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Young people struggling in digital world
December 5th 2019
One in four students in OECD countries are unable to complete even the most basic reading tasks, meaning they are likely to struggle to find their way through life in an increasing … Read more
The disadvantage gap is bigger than we thought
December 5th 2019
A new report shows that the gap in the percentage of disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged 16 year olds achieving a grade 4 or above in English and maths is much wider than previousl … Read more
Education and training and the election
December 4th 2019
An updated round up of the education and training policies proposed by the major political parties, and an overview of manifestos from other education players.
An update on additional funding for 16 -19 year old learners
November 11th 2019
Details of how an additional £155 million will be allocated next year have now been published, with £35m being ringfenced for GCSE maths and English resits.
FE teachers need more time to develop their digital skills
November 5th 2019
A survey by Jisc shows that most FE Teachers feel they don’t have enough opportunities to develop their digital skills, and less than 15 per cent say they have time and support to … Read more
GCSE maths: an alternative curriculum for post 16 learners?
October 30th 2019
Professor Alison Wolf, whose 2011 vocational education report led to the current GCSE maths and English resits policy, suggests that there is great demand from adults looking to im … Read more
Report highlights SEND policy failures
October 29th 2019
A report on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) provision published by the Commons Education Committee brings to light government failings to implement reforms in the … Read more
World Mental Health Day Activity PackÂ
October 8th 2019
This pack, from the mental health social movement Time to Change, is full of activities and resources to help you create learning opportunities for all your staff and help raise th … Read more
T Levels Update
October 8th 2019
The latest update from the Department for Education on the development and launch of T Levels from 2020, and information on CPD to help you support the development of maths, Englis … Read more