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 …
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 …
The horrific attack in Southport on 29 July 2024 and the violent disorder in its aftermath, have caused grave concern across the country. Following the attack, rioting coordinated by right-wing extremists was initiated by the spread of misinformation about the …
Year 6 pupils in England will soon be taking the key stage 2 (KS2) national curriculum tests, which are often referred to as SATs. The assessments are used to measure school performance and to make sure individual pupils are …
All pupils should have access to the resources and support needed to fulfil their potential. Last year, we unveiled an ambitious plan, which set out our aims to change the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and alternative provision system …
Cases of measles are rising across England, including among children. It’s an infection that spreads very easily and for some people can cause serious problems. There’s no specific medical treatment for measles, so it’s important to get vaccinated as it’s …
No school, child or local authority is the same and school funding needs to reflect that. That’s why sometimes it can seem complicated. Here’s what you need to know about school funding. How are schools funded? Most state-funded schools in …
This article was first published on 31 August and has been updated to reflect the latest information. Nothing is more important than the health and safety of children and staff. This is why we changed our approach to managing a …
If you want to get a degree, but you’re worried about finances or just not sure that a traditional university course is right for you, a degree apprenticeship could be a great option. A degree apprenticeship allows you to study …
The NHS confirmed pilot funding for a new Medical Doctor Degree Apprenticeship in January 2023. The apprenticeships are also part of the NHS England Long Term Workforce Plan, which will see the biggest expansion of training in its history to …