There are several ways that schools can make changes to keep children safe in hot weather, especially as children are more at risk of becoming ill with heat-related issues than adults. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has published updated guidance …
In February 2022 University Mental Health Day co-founders, Student Minds announced that their mental health platform ‘Student Space’ would be receiving further government funding via the Office for Students (OfS) to run until the end of the academic year. Take …
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 …
We have announced a radical shake up of the higher education system. Under our proposed new measures, our world-leading higher education sector will aim to deliver the highest quality education for all students while providing even better employment prospects. At …
Schools play a crucial role in helping young people understand the world around them and their place within it.
This article contains out of date information about Covid-19 in schools. We no longer recommend routine testing. Please visit this link for up-to-date information. On Monday 21 February, the Prime Minister announced the removal of measures put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic as …
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.
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.
To help mark Children’s Mental Health week, Dr Alex George, the Government’s Youth Mental Health Ambassador has set out his top five tips top tips for good mental health and wellbeing.