Over 90 Brits from across the country have been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours for their contribution to education, skills and children’s social care. Foster carers, campaigners, educators and fundraisers have been awarded an OBE, MBE, DBE, …
Students will soon be able to study British Sign Language (BSL) as a GCSE following a consultation into the course content. Parents, teachers and organisations from the deaf and hearing communities, overwhelmingly agreed with the proposals it set out. The …
Education is a key tool in the fight against climate change. The Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy was launched in 2022 and its aim is for the UK to be the world-leading education sector in sustainability and climate change by …
In recent years, an increasing number of children have been questioning their gender. This is why we have published new guidance for teachers on how best to support these students in schools and colleges. In England, children can’t obtain a …
The Prime Minister has announced plans to develop a new qualification framework called the Advanced British Standard for 16 to 18-year-olds which will bring together the best of A levels and T levels into a single qualification framework. The Advanced …
The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt outlined the latest plans for the British economy in the 2023 Autumn Statement on 22 November. You can read more about this year’s autumn statement here. The Chancellor focused on economic growth, making it clear that building …
Bullying in school or college can have a devastating effect on children, young people and their families. We’re committed to helping schools tackle bullying, supporting them to create a calm environment where everyone feels safe. Here are 5 ways we’re …
Maths skills are vital for everyday life and work. Adults with a good grasp of numbers have a greater chance of getting a job and having higher wages. If you want to improve your confidence with numbers, there is a …
Jobs that contribute to preserving or restoring the environment and our planet are referred to as ‘green jobs’. Many industries are looking to adapt their products and processes to help tackle climate change, such as exploring the use of renewable …
The unfolding tragedy in the Middle East is having devastating consequences. Israel suffered the worst terror attack in its history, and Palestinian civilians in Gaza are experiencing a growing humanitarian crisis. Following the attacks by Hamas on 7 October in …