We want to make it easier for talented people to train as teachers, especially in subjects where they’re needed most. That’s why bursaries and scholarships have just been announced for those starting teacher training courses. Here’s what you need to …
Thousands of students across the country will soon be finding out their GCSE results and thinking about the next steps in their education. Here we explain everything you need to know about the big day, from when results day is, …
Getting your A level results can feel like standing at a crossroads. While for some university might seem like the default next step, apprenticeships also offer an exciting alternative—one that lets you earn money, gain real-world experience, and work toward …
It can feel like there’s a lot riding on A Level, T Level and Vocational Technical Qualifications (VTQ) results day but if you don’t get your predicted grades, don’t worry - it doesn’t mean that your education journey stops here. …
Results day can be an emotional rollercoaster, bringing nerves, joy, disappointment and uncertainty. It is normal for parents to feel powerless as they support their child through one of life’s milestones.
Apprenticeships allow people of all ages to earn while they learn and gain the skills they need to build a rewarding career. Since 2020, over 1.6 million apprentices have started their apprenticeship journey in a wide range of industries, from …
In August, pupils in England will find out their results for GCSEs, A levels, T Levels and VTQ (vocational technical qualifications) exams. Ahead of results day, schools, colleges and assessment centres should contact pupils directly to tell them how and …
A teacher sits at a table with a group of secondary school students in uniform, having a discussion in a classroom. The image is overlaid with text that reads: “New RSHE Guidance: What Parents Need to Know,” and includes the Department for Education logo.
Giving children the best start in life shouldn't depend on your postcode. That's why we are rolling out Best Start Family Hubs across the country. These hubs are just one part of a wider Best Start in Life strategy, where …
RISE teams are currently working with over 200 schools – helping the department tackle underperformance so every parent can rely on a great education for their child.
From 1 July 2025, the UK’s new Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS) will come into force. The scheme aims to increase transparency around foreign powers’ activity in the UK, to help protect the country’s safety and interests.