RISE teams: everything you need to know
RISE teams are currently working with over 200 schools – helping the department tackle underperformance so every parent can rely on a great education for their child.
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The UK's Foreign Influence Registration Scheme: Questions answered for universities
From 1 July 2025, the UK’s new Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS) will come into force. The scheme aims to increase transparency around foreign powers’ activity in the UK, to help protect the country’s safety and interests.
Drowning Prevention Week: what children learn about water safety at school
Swimming and water safety is a compulsory part of the National Curriculum at primary school to make sure that children are well equipped to enjoy swimming and know how to keep safe in and around water. As we head into …
What does the Spending Review 2025 mean for education?
On Wednesday 11 June, the Chancellor delivered the next steps of the government’s Spending Review. A Spending Review is the process the government uses to set all departments’ budgets for future years. This covers both the services the public uses …
Expanding free school meals: what parents need to know
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Free school meals provide vital nutrition for children during the school day. We’ve just announced that many more families will be eligible. Here's what parents need to know. Who will benefit from the expanded free school meals? Over half a …
How to cope with exam stress
Right now, thousands of children and young people are sitting exams across the country. To help all involved navigate this difficult period Childline is sharing some useful exam stress management tips which are also available on the Childline website.
Teaching Mandarin: support available for schools
In today’s interconnected world, the ability to communicate in multiple languages is an increasingly valuable skill. Mandarin Chinese – the most spoken language globally – is playing an ever more significant role in international business, politics and culture. That’s why …
National Numeracy Day 2025: top tips for helping children feel more confident with maths
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This Wednesday 21 May marks National Numeracy Day and we're sharing practical advice to boost number confidence. Maths and numeracy are essential life and work skills, and the government are committed to ensuring they remain a core part of every young person's learning
Supporting students in crisis: how we’re supporting students with their mental health and suicide prevention
We have just published the largest-ever national review into student suicides in higher education, examining over 160 cases of suspected suicide or self-harm during the 2023/24 academic year. The review was conducted by the National Confidential Inquiry into Suicide and Safety in Mental Health (NCISH) and aimed to understand how universities currently respond to students …
How we’re helping children and teachers with their mental health and wellbeing
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Poor mental health and absence from school are impacting the education of children and in turn their futures. Government research suggests that persistently absent pupils in secondary school could earn £10,000 less at age 28 compared to pupils with near-perfect …