Free school meals provide vital nutrition for children during the school day. From September 2026 many more families became eligible. Here's what parents need to know. Who will benefit from the expanded free school meals? Over half a million additional …
Primary schools can now apply for the first phase of funding, with up to £150,000 of £15 million available to support up to 300 new or expanded nurseries to be open by September 2025. But what are school-based nurseries and who will benefit? Here’s everything you need to know.
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 …
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 …
Physical education (PE) and school sport play a huge role in supporting the healthy development of children and young people – improving their physical and mental health, supporting confidence and resilience, and building social skills. But evidence shows less than half of young people get the 60 minutes of …
Changes to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system have been announced, as part of the schools white paper: Every Child Achieving and Thriving.
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 …
SATs help to measure how your child is doing at the end of primary school and make sure they get the right support as they move into secondary school. Here's everything you need to know.
On March 2, Year 6 pupils across the country found out which secondary school has offered them a place for September 2026. The vast majority of pupils have been offered a place at one of their preferred schools – most their top …