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Hundreds of thousands of parents can now access 15 hours free childcare for 9-month-olds – how to apply

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Hundreds of thousands of eligible working parents can now access 15 hours government-funded early education for children aged 9-months-old and older after new rules kicked in from 1 September 2024. Those who are eligible to take advantage of the scheme …

Removal of Ofsted single word judgements: what it means for schools and parents

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Schools in England will no longer receive Ofsted single headline grades, also known as single word judgements, from today. This is the first step towards delivering a better accountability system which will see School Report Cards introduced from September 2025, which will …

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