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5 things we are doing to tackle child poverty

5 things we are doing to tackle child poverty

Families across the country are feeling the pressure of rising costs. From making sure children have access to nutritious meals to helping with the cost of school essentials, here are five things that we are doing to pull over half a million children out of poverty. 

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How does the 9-1 GCSE grading system work?

Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 6 August 2021 - Categories: GCSE, GCSE results

GCSEs in England were reformed in 2018 to keep pace with universities’ and employers’ demands. They are based on new and more demanding subject content but are still suitable for the same wide range of abilities.

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I didn’t get the grades I need – what do I do now?

Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 6 August 2021 - Categories: A Level, Apprenticeships, Exams and qualifications, Further education, GCSE, GCSE results, T Levels, Universities

For some students, results day confirms the next stage of their education; whether that be a full-time job, a degree at university or a further education qualification like an apprenticeship.

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What’s the difference between the new Turing Scheme and Erasmus?

Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 5 August 2021 - Categories: Universities

This week we confirmed that 40,000 students will be able to study and work abroad thanks to our new international programme to study and work abroad, the Turing Scheme.

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What are the benefits of learning Latin and Mandarin in school?

Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 2 August 2021 - Categories: Languages, Schools

Learning a language has so many benefits. Whether it’s learning about a new culture or history, improving your memory or your performance across other academic areas.  

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Step 4: What’s changed in early years, schools, colleges and universities?

Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 19 July 2021 - Categories: Coronavirus, early years, Schools, Universities

Today (Monday 19 July), the country moved to Step 4 of the Government’s roadmap and further restrictions were lifted.

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A letter to school staff from Children and Families Minister Vicky Ford

Posted by: Media Officer, Posted on: 16 July 2021 - Categories: Coronavirus

This week Children and Families Minister Vicky Ford wrote to school staff to thank them for all they've done over the last school year and through the pandemic as a whole. She also set out some of the resources available …

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Do you have a nature hero? How children and young people can #PlantForOurPlanet

Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 16 July 2021 - Categories: Holidays

Playing in the local park, helping water the garden plants or picking home-grown strawberries – green spaces and gardens have brought sheer joy to children’s and families lives during some of the most difficult months our country has ever known.

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What catch-up activities are available for children over the summer holidays

Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 16 July 2021 - Categories: Coronavirus, Holidays, Schools

We know it’s been a hard year for everyone. This summer we want children and young people to take part in fun activities to get moving and learning, to help them get off to a flying start for the next …

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How a Skills Bootcamp could fast-track you to a better job

Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 15 July 2021 - Categories: Further education

If you are looking to quickly increase your skills in a specific area and fast-track into a new job or get ahead with your current employer, a Skills Bootcamp could be the right choice for you.

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What you need to know about summer schools

Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 15 July 2021 - Categories: Schools

Helping students catch up is one of our priorities. That’s why we’ve provided £200m for a programme of summer schools as part of the £3 billion the government has invested in helping pupils boost their learning following the disruption caused …

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The Education Hub is a site for parents, pupils, education professionals and the media that captures all you need to know about the education system. You’ll find accessible, straightforward information on popular topics, Q&As, interviews, case studies, and more.

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