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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

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While schools submit responses to the government's gender identity guidance consultation, an LGBT+ educator is providing resources for teachers and parents.

Consultation launches on new trans guidance for schools

Tuesday, December 19, 2023

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The Department for Education is seeking views on its long-awaited guidance for teachers on how best to support pupils questioning their gender identity in schools.

Attainment gap for older pupils highest on record, report finds

Monday, December 18, 2023

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The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a wider attainment gap between poorer pupils and their more affluent peers, with 16- to 19-year-olds worst affected, a report from the Education Policy Institute (EPI) has found.

Enrichment programmes ‘give students a taste of what they can achieve’

Monday, December 18, 2023

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An enrichment programme refers to a set of activities, courses or experiences designed to enhance and expand the knowledge, skills, and abilities of pupils beyond a typical learning environment.

Consultation launches on plans for qualification to replace A-levels

Thursday, December 14, 2023

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The Department for Education has launched a public consultation on plans to replace A-levels with a new baccalaureate-style qualification.

Free school meals scheme may not be extended without government funding, Sadiq Khan says

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

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The mayor of London Sadiq Khan has suggested he may be unable to extend a free school meals scheme for primary school students over the next academic year if re-elected due to a lack of funding reserves.

Public service providers urged to plan for copper wire switch off

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

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Childcare providers, schools and local authorities have been urged to plan for the switch off of BT’s copper wiring system.

Youth workers have key role in reforming secondary education, peer says

Tuesday, December 12, 2023

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A shift away from the current secondary school education system to a “more well-rounded” curriculum designed to equip children for the modern world would require input from “the entire children’s workforce”, with a particular focus on youth workers, a peer has said.

Beano and Place2Be launch children’s mental health partnership

Monday, December 11, 2023

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The Beano has partnered with children’s mental health charity Place2Be to help young children build better mental health.

Ruth Perry inquest verdict reignites calls for ‘urgent’ Ofsted reform

Monday, December 11, 2023

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A coroner’s verdict that the suicide of head teacher Ruth Perry was “contributed to by an Ofsted inspection” has prompted calls for an “urgent” revaluation of the inspectorate’s processes.

Government renews home schooling register pledge after King’s Speech omission

Thursday, December 7, 2023

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The government has told MPs it “remains committed” to create an elective home education (EHE) register despite not including it in the King’s Speech.

School system discouraging inclusion, ADCS warns

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

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The education system is blighted by “greater competition between individual schools” which is “coming at the expense of inclusion”, a new paper by the Association of Directors of Children’s Services (ADCS) is warning.

Early years leaders praise Ofsted plans for complaints procedure reform

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Early years leaders have praised Ofsted plans to push forward with reforms to its complaints process, allowing providers to contact the inspectorate to raise concerns following inspections.

How I Got Here: Andrew Poole, assistant head teacher and Senco

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Andrew Poole, assistant head of school and Senco, Everton Free School, on what he's learned from his career milestones.

How well is the careers advice system meeting children’s needs?

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Robin Walker MP, chair of the education select committee, speaks to Derren Hayes about the inquiry into careers education and the need to improve support for disadvantaged learners.

At-risk young people build employment skills

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Multi-agency partnership helps prepare disadvantaged young people for the world of work through employer-led workshops and interactions with major businesses.

Disadvantaged young people gain cybersecurity know how

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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The Regional Cyber Crime Unit Prevent Team for West Midlands Region delivers offender intervention and management through a structured programme called Cyber Choices – a National initiative lead by the National Crime Agency.

Digital badges showcase young people’s skills

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Region of Learning has created a network of learners, education bodies and employers that have adopted a region-wide standard to recognise young people’s skills and achievements.

Careers Advice and Guidance Special Report

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Reforms have seen schools, employers and training providers work together to offer careers advice and guidance, with evidence that targeted support in areas of disadvantage is improving standards.

Careers Advice and Guidance – Key policy developments

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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All secondary schools and colleges are under a duty to provide careers education, information, advice and guidance (CEIAG) to pupils from years 7 to 13, and to those aged up to 25 with an education, health and care plan (EHCP).

Early conversations help support young people in Sefton

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Charity works with Sefton Council and local schools to identify pupils at risk of not achieving their potential and tailoring learning support so they have a post-16 plan.

Interview: Graham Chatterley, educationalist

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Derren Hayes speaks to the educationalist about his new book on children’s behaviour.

Councils' failings lead to lack of options for children with SEND, ombudsman warns

Thursday, November 23, 2023

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Parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are being denied a choice in their children's support due to councils’ failure to “fully understand” how their personal budgets are used, a local government and social care ombudsman (LGO) report finds.

Autumn statement 2023: Sector leaders criticise lack of measures for struggling families