This week, the results of a yearlong piece of work into children’s social care has been published. We are setting out initial new measures in response to recommendations set out in Josh MacAlister’s independent review of children’s social care, which …
This week Ofqual announced it will look at whether greater use of technology in assessment and qualifications could deliver benefits for students and apprentices in the long term. Ofqual has said it will undertake research into a number of areas …
This month most pupils in year six will take the key stage 2 (KS2) national curriculum tests – commonly known as SATs.
This year students will sit exams set and assessed by exam boards including GCSEs, A levels, T Levels and more. For many young people this will be the first time you are taking formal exams and assessments so it may …
We’re changing the post 16-education landscape to level up opportunities all over the country and make it easier for people to train to get the skills they need to secure well-paid jobs in industries with skills gaps, such as health …
*This post was updated on Tuesday 17 May 2022. Students studying for their GCSEs, A levels and vocational qualifications will be preparing to sit their exams this summer. We know that there may be instances where students contract the virus …
Family Hubs offer help and support to families, from early years support to parenting classes, all of which can make a difference – particularly to those families who are going through a tough time. We have announced funding to create …
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To help mark Children’s Mental Health week, Dr Alex George, the Government’s Youth Mental Health Ambassador has set out his top five tips top tips for good mental health and wellbeing.
The ongoing impact of the pandemic has emphasised the importance of supporting our children and young people’s wellbeing. That’s why, during Children’s Mental Health Week, we have released the findings our State of the Nation report, which focuses on trends …