What you need to know about secondary school offer day
On Tuesday 1 March year 6 pupils across the country will find out which secondary school has offered them a place for September 2022.
Help for teachers and families to talk to pupils about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and how to help them avoid misinformation.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is distressing and concerning, and we understand children and young people may have questions or be seeking reassurance. We know that schools are well placed to talk to pupils about the images they are seeing and …
Get the facts about student loan reform
We have announced a radical shake up of the higher education system. Under our proposed new measures, our world-leading higher education sector will aim to deliver the highest quality education for all students while providing even better employment prospects. At …
How Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic History is taught in our schools
Schools play a crucial role in helping young people understand the world around them and their place within it.
What the latest advice on testing and self-isolation means for education settings
This article contains out of date information about Covid-19 in schools. We no longer recommend routine testing. Please visit this link for up-to-date information. On Monday 21 February, the Prime Minister announced the removal of measures put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic as …
Political impartiality guidance for schools – what you need to know
We want all pupils to finish their education with the knowledge and skills to be able to form clear opinions about issues they see in the world. That’s why it’s really important that teachers are able to help pupils decipher …
Our focus on literacy and numeracy – what it means in practice
In February, we announced a package of measures to level up education across the country and ensure every child is given the best start in primary school.
Use half term to make sure your family is vaccinated
This February half term, we are encouraging everyone who is eligible – including those aged 12-17 – to get a COVID-19 vaccine or make sure that they are up to date with a booster.
Dr Alex George's five top tips for good mental health and wellbeing
To help mark Children’s Mental Health week, Dr Alex George, the Government’s Youth Mental Health Ambassador has set out his top five tips top tips for good mental health and wellbeing.
Vaccinations for clinically vulnerable children and young people– your questions answered
This post was last updated on Tuesday 26 April 2022 to reflect the latest guidance. We understand that some parents and carers have concerns about COVID-19 vaccinations for children and young people. We have listened carefully to their worries and, …