Wildflowers seeds for every primary school class in honour of the Coronation
To mark the Coronation all state funded primary schools will be sent wildflower seeds, inspired by His Majesty The King's love of nature.
Updated: Tue May 02 2023
King's Coronation 2023: Why are primary schools receiving wildflower seeds?
We're joining forces with the Eden Project to send thousands of packets of wildflower seeds to primary schools across the country to celebrate the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. This will give schools the opportunity to mark this ...
Updated: Fri Apr 28 2023
Schools in England to benefit from major funding boost
State schools to receive extra cash in May following additional £2 billion investment
Updated: Wed Apr 26 2023
Can libraries drive prosperity through individual one to one support?
Is there a role for libraries in supporting economic growth and prosperity locally and more widely? And how do we measure what makes a difference?
Updated: Thu Apr 20 2023
Can I appeal a primary school offer place? Everything you need to know
On Monday 17 April, parents and carers of three and four-year-olds will find out where their child will be starting school in September 2023. The vast majority will receive an offer from their preferred school. However, those who have not ...
Updated: Fri Apr 14 2023
What are short breaks for disabled children and how are we improving the service
Every child deserves the same opportunity to meet their potential. For those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) this means making sure they have the opportunity to develop skills, make friends and gain independence. Short breaks away from family ...
Updated: Fri Apr 14 2023
Disabled children to benefit from funding for short breaks
Thousands of families with children with special educational needs supported with short breaks from theatre trips to outdoor activities helping to build vital skills
Updated: Wed Apr 12 2023
New Year and King's Birthday Honours: How to nominate someone who is making a difference
Every year, people who have made a significant contribution to public life through vital and extraordinary work are recognised with an honour awarded by the King. Most of the awards are given to those who have been nominated by a ...
Updated: Tue Apr 11 2023
Skills Bootcamps: £34 million boost for free career training for adults
Thousands more people are set to benefit from Skills Bootcamps, which are free and flexible courses that help people aged 19 or older gain the necessary skills to secure or progress in a job, in sectors where there is a ...
Updated: Wed Apr 05 2023
Review of relationships, sex and health education to protect children to conclude by end of year
Review to be informed by expert panel, in response to concerning reports of inappropriate content being taught
Updated: Fri Mar 31 2023
Education Secretary addresses BETT 2023
Gillian Keegan launches set of technology standards for schools and colleges and speaks about AI in education (29 March 2023).
Updated: Thu Mar 30 2023
Education Secretary establishes Governments forward thinking AI approach
Gillian Keegan to speak about the potential of technology in education.
Updated: Wed Mar 29 2023
Schools and colleges to receive 2.5 billion to upgrade buildings and boost school places
Major government investment to improve school and college buildings and support more school places from 2026.
Updated: Wed Mar 29 2023
The Apprenticeship Ambassador Network conference 28 March
Minister Robert Halfon yesterday spoke to the Apprenticeship Ambassador Network conference on the importance of high quality apprenticeships to the government skills agenda.
Updated: Wed Mar 29 2023
German Industry UK Panel Discussion on Apprenticeships and Skills
Minister Robert Halfon yesterday spoke about the UK government skills agenda and Germany's technical education system at a German Industry UK event in London.
Updated: Tue Mar 28 2023
Package to level up opportunities for the most disadvantaged pupils
Local Needs Funding to be allocated to 24 education cold spots around the country to help disadvantaged pupils.
Updated: Tue Mar 28 2023
How supported internships help young people with learning disabilities gain work experience
All children and young people should be able to reach their full potential and receive the right support as they progress into adult life. That's where supported internships come in, helping young people who have special needs or disabilities (SEND) ...
Updated: Mon Mar 27 2023
What are T Levels and how can they benefit me?
This article was first published on 10th February 2023. First launched in 2020, T Levels are proving increasingly popular. As more and more young people opt to take a T Level, we're giving schools and colleges a funding boost of ...
Updated: Mon Mar 27 2023
Government bans unregulated accommodation for young people in care
All supported accommodation providers for looked after 16- and 17-year-olds will be required to register with Ofsted and meet standards from October 2023
Updated: Thu Mar 23 2023
How we're helping people get into a career in construction
We're working with industry leaders and other government departments to help more people access high-quality training and careers in construction. From T Levels to apprenticeships to Skills Bootcamps, there are many routes into a job in construction for people of ...
Updated: Thu Mar 23 2023
Minister Robert Halfon speech to Holex Spring Network Event
Minister for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education Robert Halfon's pre-recorded address on Adult Community Education and Learning.
Updated: Thu Mar 23 2023
Secretary of State launches Good Friday Agreement education resources
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Chris Heaton-Harris has launched important new educational resources for pupils in Northern Ireland and across the UK as part of the programme to mark the 25th anniversary of the Belfast (Good Friday) Agreement.
Updated: Thu Mar 23 2023
Helping schools and trusts to buy goods and services
Kevin Draisey, Head of Procurement Operations, updates us on Get help buying for schools, and how state-funded schools and trusts can get the most out of this free service.
Updated: Mon Mar 20 2023
Budget 2023: What are 'returnerships' and who are they for?
We believe learning should be a lifelong process and that age should not be a barrier to upskilling, or retraining and getting the job you want. That's why we we've launched our 'returnerships' initiative to encourage adults over the age ...
Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023
Norovirus: Information for parents, schools, and early years providers if a child is sick
Cases of norovirus are on the rise, with outbreaks in nurseries and other early year settings returning to near pre-pandemic levels in February. For most people, it's an unpleasant and short-lived illness, but if your child is showing symptoms of ...
Updated: Fri Mar 17 2023