Results day 2026: What's next after picking up your A level, T Level and VTQ results?

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Smiling students holding folders on A level, T Level and VTQ results day 2025, with Department for Education branding

It can feel like there’s a lot riding on A Level, T Level and Vocational Technical Qualifications (VTQ) results day but if you don’t get your predicted grades, don’t worry - it doesn’t mean that your education journey stops here.  …

What is a Lifelong Guardianship Ceremony and how does it work

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Every year, thousands of young people leave the care system in England and begin adult life without the lasting family relationships and support networks that many others take for granted.  But many people who are care-experienced have developed enduring bonds, for example, with their foster carers, a teacher or a mentor.    There is currently no way of honouring and celebrating those …

Government apology for historic forced adoption practices: what it means and where to get support

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Today the Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, apologised in Parliament on behalf of the UK government for forced adoption practices in England and the decades of harm this caused. If you were affected by forced adoption practices in England particularly between …

Teacher pay: everything you need to know about the latest multi- year pay award 

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Teacher Pay: Everything you need to know about the latest pay award

Here’s everything you need to know about teacher pay.   The School Teachers' Review Body (STRB) is an independent group that makes recommendations on the pay of teachers and leaders in maintained schools in England and reports to the Secretary of …

Hot weather and heatwaves: guidance for schools and other education settings

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heatwave guidance

There are several ways that schools can make changes to keep children safe in hot weather, especially as children are more at risk of becoming ill with heat-related issues than adults.  The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has published updated guidance …

Getting the MenB vaccine ahead of starting university or college 

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The Government is introducing a free one-off, time-limited MenB (meningococcal B) vaccination programme from July 2026 for young people.  You are eligible if:  What is MenB?  Meningococcal disease is a serious but uncommon illness caused by meningococcal bacteria. It can lead to meningitis - …

Experts at Hand: Everything you need to know 

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We're making it easier for children to get specialist support in schools, early years and post-16 settings.  A new offer called Experts at Hand will bring specialists into schools, early years and post-16 education settings, so children can get help earlier, without families having to fight for support or wait for a diagnosis.  …