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Nurseries in schools: everything you need to know

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Primary schools can now apply for the first phase of funding, with up to £150,000 of £15 million available to support up to 300 new or expanded nurseries to be open by September 2025. 

But what are school-based nurseries and who will benefit? Here’s everything you need to know.

What is PISA data and how does it measure students’ success at school?

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The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) measures how pupils are performing in certain subjects at school in countries around the world. It’s run by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and assesses the knowledge and skills in mathematics, reading and science of 15-year-olds internationally.

Wraparound childcare: Everything you need to know about before and after school childcare

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We’re expanding wraparound care for primary school children across England by increasing the number of places available, to support working families. But what exactly is wraparound childcare? We explain everything you need to know, from what it is to how you can …

Message to schools ahead of the start of term from the Secretary of State, Bridget Phillipson

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This week many of you are returning to schools, colleges and early years settings across the country after a well-earned summer break. I'd like to personally welcome you back as we start the new term together. Fresh in your minds …

Removal of Ofsted single word judgements: what it means for schools and parents

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Schools in England will no longer receive Ofsted single headline grades, also known as single word judgements, from today. This is the first step towards delivering a better accountability system which will see School Report Cards introduced from September 2025, which will …