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The Sutton Trust research found that dozens of state comprehensives are as selective as grammar schools. Picture: Lucie Carlier

News 11 January 2024

More than 150 comprehensives ‘more socially selective’ than grammar schools

Bury Council must produce a revised post-16 transport policy by the end of May. Picture: Google

News 11 January 2024

Ombudsman criticises council for failing to implement recommendations

The report highlights examples of projects using parent champions to help support families experiencing poverty. Picture: Pololia/AdobeStock

News 10 January 2024

Recruit ‘parent champions’ to design child poverty busting measures, report urges

The government is aiming to tackle the problem of persistent school absence. Picture: Monkey Business/ Adobe Stock

News 8 January 2024

DfE expands schemes to boost school attendance

Ofsted came under scrutiny for its inspection processes after headteacher Ruth Perry took her own life while awaiting inspection results. Picture: Phil Adams

News 5 January 2024

Ofsted chief unveils feedback scheme and mental health training for inspectors

Each year, around 40,000 overseas study places are available through the Turing Scheme. Picture: AdobeStock

News 4 January 2024

Young people positive about Turing Scheme but funding process a 'barrier' for some

Self-evaluation and peer assessment could be used to drive school improvements. Picture: Monkey Business/Adobe Stock

Analysis 3 January 2024

Reforming school inspections

A separate EYFS framework specifically covering childminders will be introduced. Picture: Angelina/Adobe Stock

Analysis 3 January 2024

Three views on EYFS reforms

Ofsted introduced a separate judgment on work with care leavers, allowing more targeted recommendations. Picture: Valerii HoncharUK/Adobe Stock

Features 3 January 2024

Inspections Clinic - social care provision

The study suggests everyday non-specialist goods and services cost families at least an extra £51.10 per week. Picture: Ascannio/Adobe Stock

Research 3 January 2024

Additional Family Costs for Children on the Autism Spectrum

Pupils in New York were happier when they had better relationships with teachers. Picture: Ingusk/Adobe Stock

Best Practice 3 January 2024

Empathetic practice, North America

Gavin Williamson was Education Secretary during the peak of the pandemic. Picture: UK Parliament

News 21 December 2023

Second Covid schools closure ‘a panic decision’, says former education secretary

News 21 December 2023

County council publishes SEND improvement plan

Robin White: 'Refusing to accommodate a child who identifies as trans is undoubtedly a breach of the Equality Act'. Picture: Old Square Chambers

News 20 December 2023

New trans guidance for schools is ‘unlawful’, barrister says

The GCSE is set to be offered from September 2025. Picture: mortortion/Adobe Stock

News 20 December 2023

Pupils to be offered British Sign Language GCSE