We are aware of an Open Letter published in The Times which claims exams and assessments are not fit for purpose. The Department reformed GCSEs to make them more rigorous and put them on a par with expectations in high …
Today, 18 August, there were some inaccurate reports in the media and on social media that students that received their vocational and technical qualifications (VTQ’s) last week, have been treated unfairly.
Today’s Education in the Media blog looks at unconditional offers from universities, the National Apprenticeship Awards and a story on SATs exams.
Today’s Education in the media blog responds to stories in the press regarding our reforms to A level and GCSEs and Ofsted’s inspection framework. We also cover how we are promoting mental health in universities, and helping to tackle the …
Today’s Education in the media blog responds to Save the Children’s analysis of early years teaching staff and the NEU’s survey about exam stress.
Today’s blog looks at the number of children’s social workers and children’s mental wellbeing.
Today’s Education in the Media blog looks at Minister Gibb’s appearance at an Education Select Committee, and education union claims on school funding. Education Select Committee Yesterday, Wednesday 7 February, Minister Gibb spoke at an Education Select Committee hearing, where …
Today’s Education in the Media blog looks at an Ofqual review into Key Stage 2 tests. Ofqal report on SATs On Thursday, 5 October, Ofqual published an evaluation of the Standards and Testing Agency’s approach to developing the new Key …
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Today’s news review looks at A level results day and Learndirect.