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. …
Leaving your little one somewhere new is a big moment for any parent. Here we explain what nurseries and childminders must do to keep your child safe, the steps we're taking to strengthen those protections even further, and exactly what …
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 …
We're asking for views on how we support children who are educated outside a school or college. We've launched a new consultation on Education Otherwise Than At School, known as EOTAS, as part of our wider plan to improve support …
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 …
With higher temperatures, we know parents and carers can have questions about how schools are managing the heat and what it means for their child's day. Schools are generally expected to remain fully open, with sensible adjustments made to reflect local conditions and the unique …
Today the Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, apologised in Parliament on behalf of the UK government for forced adoption practices in England and the decades of harm this caused. If you were affected by forced adoption practices in England particularly between …
Here’s everything you need to know about teacher pay. The School Teachers' Review Body (STRB) is an independent group that makes recommendations on the pay of teachers and leaders in maintained schools in England and reports to the Secretary of …
There are several ways that schools can make changes to keep children safe in hot weather, especially as children are more at risk of becoming ill with heat-related issues than adults. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has published updated guidance …
The Government is introducing a free one-off, time-limited MenB (meningococcal B) vaccination programme from July 2026 for young people. You are eligible if: What is MenB? Meningococcal disease is a serious but uncommon illness caused by meningococcal bacteria. It can lead to meningitis - …
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. …