Do schools close because of bad weather? Everything parents need to know
Schools will make every effort to stay open in adverse weather conditions, however, the safety of pupils and teachers is a top priority. Here's everything you need to know.
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The King’s New Year Honours list 2026: honours for contributions to education, skills and children’s social care
More than 100 people across the UK have been named in the King’s New Year Honours List 2026 for outstanding contributions to education, skills, children’s services and social care.
Autumn Budget: what is the government doing to improve outcomes for children with SEND?
The government is making changes to the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system. These changes aim to improve how children with SEND receive support. It’s clear the SEND system is in dire need of reform. It is failing children and families at every turn, where outcomes for young people are nowhere near good enough.
What the Budget means for young people
Today the Chancellor announced the Autumn Budget, setting out changes that will affect young people in higher education. Students from low-income families will get extra money to help with day to day costs at university. This will help support more students from the lowest income households progress into and excel in higher education.
Everything you need to know about free school breakfast clubs
Families will soon be able to start accessing free breakfast clubs lasting 30 minutes for their children before school through our new free breakfast club programme. Find out more.
What you need to know about the changes to the National Curriculum
A major review of the curriculum – what children learn at school – and the qualifications and assessment system has just been published, and the government is making changes based on what it found.
Everything you need to know about the new higher education reforms
The government has announced major changes to higher education as part of the Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper, designed to make university more accessible, fairer, and better value for students. Here’s what you need to know about how these …
Reducing the spread of illness this winter: Seven steps to healthier schools and higher school attendance
As the colder months approach, we can expect to see increases in common airborne viruses. Illness is the biggest single reason for school absence; while some absences due to illness are unavoidable, many can be reduced through simple, proactive measures …
Top tips on how to keep your child healthy at school
For many, the start of the school term will mean mixing with different groups of people, which is why the autumn term is also known for its colds and bugs. While it’s usually safe for parents and carers to send …
Everything you need to know about teacher training bursaries and scholarships
We want to make it easier for talented people to train as teachers, especially in subjects where they’re needed most. That’s why bursaries and scholarships have just been announced for those starting teacher training courses. Here’s what you need to …