Use half term to make sure your family is vaccinated
This February half term, we are encouraging everyone who is eligible – including those aged 12-17 – to get a COVID-19 vaccine or make sure that they are up to date with a booster.
Schools
Mobile phones in schools
This post is now out of date. Please see updated information on mobile phones in schools here. Mobile phones can be immensely distracting in the classroom for both pupils and their teachers. We want to support schools to make sure …
How we are helping students prepare for exams this summer
Exams will go ahead this summer as the best and fairest form of assessment. However, we recognise students have faced disruption over the last two years and we have put in place measures to support them. We have introduced a …
How we are tackling behaviour in schools to help maintain calm classrooms
Every child should have the opportunity to learn in a calm, orderly, safe and supportive environment where their education won’t be disrupted by misbehaviour. While most students are well-behaved, we know it can be a cause of stress for teachers …
How rebuilding schools and colleges around the country will help level up education for all
We want all young people to learn in modern, fit for purpose buildings, regardless of their background or where they’re from. Some of the schools in our estate don’t meet the standards pupils and families should expect, and the school …
Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi: What levelling up means to me
This week the Government launched its plan to level up the country so that every person can have exactly the same opportunity to make the most of their abilities and succeed in life. Education plays a key part in that …
How we are levelling up education all over the country
Every person should have the same opportunity to make the most of their abilities and succeed in life. But, currently, too many people’s chances of getting on in life are adversely affected by where they live. The government’s central mission …
How we plan to improve school attendance following the COVID-19 pandemic
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Face-to-face education is important in helping pupils to fulfil their potential. During school time we believe pupils should be in class with their teachers and peers and enjoying all the benefits that brings. School attendance has obviously been affected by …
How we are providing more support for schools and students as plan B Covid measures come to an end
Last week, the Prime Minister announced the end of plan B Covid measures. To support schools as the measures come to an end, we have announced new funding for schools to help ensure our schools remain safe. These measures – …
How becoming a Cadet can improve your skills and qualifications
Being in the cadets give young people access to an unparalleled range of activities. That’s why we’ve invested £50 million into the Cadet Expansion Programme, to increase the number of cadet units in schools across the country.