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Results day 2026: What's next after picking up your A level, T Level and VTQ results?

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Smiling students holding folders on A level, T Level and VTQ results day 2025, with Department for Education branding

It can feel like there’s a lot riding on A Level, T Level and Vocational Technical Qualifications (VTQ) results day but if you don’t get your predicted grades, don’t worry - it doesn’t mean that your education journey stops here.  …

What is a Lifelong Guardianship Ceremony and how does it work

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Every year, thousands of young people leave the care system in England and begin adult life without the lasting family relationships and support networks that many others take for granted.  But many people who are care-experienced have developed enduring bonds, for example, with their foster carers, a teacher or a mentor.    There is currently no way of honouring and celebrating those …

What is the School Support Staff Negotiating Body, and what does it mean for schools and staff?

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Teaching assistants, school administrators, pastoral support staff, technicians, catering staff – these are the people who keep schools running every day. They support children with special educational needs and disabilities, manage school finances, help pupils who are struggling, and make sure …

Experts at Hand: Everything you need to know 

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We're making it easier for children to get specialist support in schools, early years and post-16 settings.  A new offer called Experts at Hand will bring specialists into schools, early years and post-16 education settings, so children can get help earlier, without families having to fight for support or wait for a diagnosis.  …

The Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act: what parents need to know  

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act introduces a wide variety of measures to help children and families, from the cost of living and school reform to home education to safeguarding.  But how will this impact your family? Find out here.  What …