The reason creative subjects matter at GCSE
Raising the status of the arts and outcomes for all In November 2025, the government and the Department for Education (DfE) announced new plans...
March 26, 2026
One in seven not in work, training or education in their early 20s
One in seven young people across the UK are not in education, employment or training (NEET) at age 23, according to new UCL research. Recent reports from the Office for...
March 26, 2026
Schools are making strong progress towards fairer, more transparent hiring
New research from over 1,700 senior leaders in England, commissioned for Teaching Vacancies, shows schools are increasingly adopting fair, transparent and inclusive practices. These changes...
March 26, 2026
Mentor shortages threaten teacher training
Mentor capacity under strain Over two thirds of Initial Teacher Training (ITT) providers have reported that mentors in their organisation have insufficient time within...
March 25, 2026
DfE confirms £860 million high-needs capital allocation to expand SEND places
The government has allocated the first round of more than £3bn intended to create inclusive classrooms across the country. It believes that this funding will allow more children...
March 25, 2026
Your vote decides
A fierce competition drew 1,600 entries from across the Liverpool City Region for the annual dot-art Schools competition. The shortlist is out and now...
March 24, 2026
Finalists revealed for 2026 ENAs
Finalists have been revealed for the 2026 ENAs, recognising the achievements of universities, colleges and education leaders across the region. The awards celebrate excellence...
March 23, 2026
New sun safety resources launched to support primary schools
With primary schools being encouraged to strengthen pupil understanding of UV exposure during outdoor play, sport and school activities, the Melanoma Fund has launched Sunguarding®...
March 18, 2026
Nationwide launches UK’s first teacher accreditation to boost financial education in schools
Nationwide is launching a national accreditation for primary school teachers. Its aim is to boost confidence in teaching financial education and help more children...
March 16, 2026
“A new era of childhood calls for a new era of education”
Education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, plans to outline her vision for a new era of education during a wide-ranging address at the Association of School...
March 12, 2026
