On snowy days schools make every effort to stay open but sometimes they must close or partially close if it’s unsafe for pupils and teachers to attend. When there is a cold weather warning in place, many parents will be …
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 …
This article was first published on 14 December 2022 and continues to reflect the latest guidance. Respiratory infections, including the common cold and COVID-19, are common in children and young people, particularly during the winter months. For most children and …
The National Education Union (NEU) has announced two additional strike days in schools in England on 5 and 7 July. Earlier this year, teachers in England rejected a pay offer from the Government that would have seen salaries rise by …
This article was first published on 16 February 2023. Whether you’re just considering your options, or you're thinking about offers from universities, now is the time to think about how you’ll pay for your studies. If you plan to …
The Lifelong Learning (Higher Education Fee Limits) Bill has been introduced in parliament, which will allow for the Government’s Lifelong Loan Entitlement (LLE) to be rolled out from 2025. But what does this mean for you? Here we explain: What …
Data collected by the Department for Education showed 90.7% of schools remained open to some or all pupils on Wednesday 1 February during strike action by the NEU (National Education Union). 45.9% were reported to be fully open, 44.7% were …
Today’s pupils are growing up in an increasingly complex world, living their lives on and offline. This presents many exciting opportunities – but also challenges.
NOTE: This post was updated on 10/03/23 to acknowledge the latest developments. The Education Secretary, Gillian Keegan, has written to teaching unions inviting them to engage in formal talks on pay, conditions and reform. A condition of these talks is …