The Holiday Activity and Food Programme (HAF) has been supporting children and families in the school holidays since 2018. Here is everything you need to know about the programme and how it could help you and your child during school holidays. What is the Holiday Activity …
NOTE: This post was updated in July 2022 to ensure it reflects the most up to date guidance and information Since 1 April, routine testing has no longer been expected in education and children’s social care settings. This is part …
We’ve launched an ambitious plan to give every child the support they need in education. From targeted support in English and maths to ensuring every child has an excellent teacher.
It is critical that children experiencing Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), get the right support – so their needs are identified and met at an early stage.
Our ambition is for every child and young person, no matter what challenges they face, to have access to a world-class education that sets them up for life. It is therefore critical that children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities …
On Tuesday 1 March year 6 pupils across the country will find out which secondary school has offered them a place for September 2022.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is distressing and concerning, and we understand children and young people may have questions or be seeking reassurance. We know that schools are well placed to talk to pupils about the images they are seeing and …
Schools play a crucial role in helping young people understand the world around them and their place within it.
We want all pupils to finish their education with the knowledge and skills to be able to form clear opinions about issues they see in the world. That’s why it’s really important that teachers are able to help pupils decipher …
In February, we announced a package of measures to level up education across the country and ensure every child is given the best start in primary school.