Back to School: What’s the latest?
Today, the majority of schools across the country welcomed their students back to school after the Easter Break.
How will my grades be calculated? How will you make them fair? Exams and assessments regulator Ofqual on how GCSEs, AS and A levels will be graded this summer
Please note: The information below may be out of date. For updated information on grades in 2021, please click here. Students won’t be sitting exams this year because that wouldn’t be fair after all the disruption they’ve experienced since the …
Five things you need to know about behaviour in schools
It is vital that students are able to concentrate fully on their education free from the distraction and disturbance of bad behaviour. That’s why the Department has invested £10m in a set of measures that will help school leaders improve …
Why do secondary school and college students have to carry on wearing face coverings? Your questions answered
We’ve confirmed that face coverings should continue to be worn by adults and those in Year 7 and above as a precautionary measure when students return to schools and colleges after the Easter break.
Everything you need to know about the Government’s newly launched ‘Abuse in Education’ Helpline
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Sexual abuse in any form is unacceptable. Following the concerning reports provided to the Everyone’s Invited website, detailing incidents of sexual assault in schools and colleges, the Government is taking immediate steps to support to those affected and ensure all …
How a free qualification could help you get ahead in work
Taking a free Level 3 qualification (equivalent to A levels or an advanced technical certificate or diploma) could open doors to a better job, which might mean a higher salary, or more flexible working patterns to support your family. But …
Equipping young people with digital skills - what we're doing and what you need to know
Making sure young people can pick up the skills they need in an increasingly digital world and preparing them for a wide range of cutting edge jobs is a priority.
Five things you need to know about face coverings in schools
The way children are taught at school hasn’t actually changed much since the start of the pandemic and throughout, the government has prioritised education.
A letter to young people from Gavin Williamson MP, Secretary of State for Education
I wanted to let you all know how grateful I am for the way you have responded to the huge challenges you have all faced throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Whether this is your first year at school or your …
Childminders are now able to do twice-weekly asymptomatic testing from home. Here’s what you need to know
Childminders now have more options for accessing asymptomatic twice-weekly testing.