How we are improving internet access in rural schools
Fast broadband is crucial to levelling up rural communities and will help pupils from across the country to succeed in their education, no matter where their school is.
Schools
How schools are managing ventilation to prevent the spread of airborne viruses like Covid-19
Good ventilation is key to having a healthy and productive indoor space and can help reduce the risk of viral airborne transmission, including of Covid-19. In most spaces in schools and other education settings like nurseries and colleges this …
"I am determined to ensure that every single child has access to a world-class musical education": Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi on music in schools
The Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi has written about his determination that all pupils should get a world leading music education in our schools. Music is one of the greatest joys in life. Whether you prefer to listen through your headphones …
Everything you need to know about music in schools
Learning about music and having the opportunity to play musical instruments and make music together is a vital part of a rich and rounded education. It has also been proven that music plays a key role in brain development. This …
What the Schools Bill means for academies
Academies are a key part of the school system. They are schools that are Government funded but not controlled by local authorities (councils). Standalone academies benefit from significant autonomy over how they work while multi-academy trusts are groups of …
We’re changing the way we present school and college results data this year – what you need to know about performance tables
In July 2021 we announced that, with exams going ahead this year, we will publish GCSE, AS, A Level and technical qualifications performance data for 2021/22 at school and college level. These are often referred to as league tables, although …
How will rail strikes affect schools?
Rail strikes are planned for the 21st, 23rd, and 25th June while the London Underground plans to strike on 21st June. The Secretary of State has called the plans a “crying shame” and said that he hopes these strikes will …
What is a free school? Everything you need to know
All children in England between the ages of 5 and 16 are entitled to a free place at a state school. All state schools receive funding through their local authority or directly from the government. But there are different types …
How many pupils from Ukraine have been given school places in England?
We’ve published data that shows how many children from Ukraine have applied for and been offered school places since the start of the war. Here we answer your questions on the data.
Queen honours people for their contributions to education and childcare
Every year on her official birthday the Queen honours people who have gone above and beyond in public service. The list, published today, includes a number of people honoured for their contributions to education. Among them are: Afia Choudhury OBE Afia …