As the UK accelerates toward its net zero ambitions, the demand for new skills is growing at an unprecedented rate. Nowhere is this more evident...
Part 1 of a 4-part series reviewing Ofsted’s Inclusion Toolkit via the graduated approach: Assess, Plan, Do, Review. Chris Quickfall and Cognassist have been championing...
On 30 October, nearly 80 leaders from across FE and skills including providers, educators, sustainability leads, employers, awarding bodies, policymakers and student voices spent a...
Artificial intelligence is now shaping almost every conversation about the future of education and work. Yet, despite the sector’s agility and deep connections with employers and communities, Further...
As the UK’s Industrial Strategy evolves, the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI), advanced manufacturing and clean energy presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reshape how we...
The past few months have marked a significant moment for education and skills policy, with the publication of the Skills Bill, the Curriculum and Assessment...
Reasonable adjustments are designed to level the playing field, enabling individuals to thrive in the workplace. But in Further Education (FE) environments where change, collaboration,...
Successive governments have long promised to fix the UK’s skills and productivity problem. We have seen new qualifications, bootcamps and programmes in all directions. Yet, productivity...
Colleges are struggling to recruit finance leaders. The problem is not salary, it is more to do with a lack of understanding of the aspirations...
Supporting learners in FE isn’t just about academic outcomes. It is also about creating environments where every student and every member of staff feels safe,...
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Reasons to undertake an apprenticeship rather than attend university include wanting to gain hands-on work experience, avoid student debt from tuition fees and accommodation costs, earn a wage while studying, gain practical job-ready skills in industries not requiring a university degree, or have a desire to learn on the job rather than in lectures.
Degree apprenticeships are disrupting assumptions that prestigious careers require traditional degrees. Blending workplace training and attaining bachelor’s or master’s qualifications, enables earning while learning transferable skills and avoiding debt. With major companies and universities participating, apprenticeships now offer higher qualifications rivalling degrees. The latest figures show an 11% increase in apprenticeship starts compared to last year, with over 90% of 16-17-year-olds now in education or training. Over 70% of students/parents see degree apprenticeships as an equally valid pathway, drawn to funded alternatives that meet workforce needs while complementing traditional degree strengths. Striking the right balance is key.
A Digital and E-Learning Coordinator has won a prestigious national award for his innovative contributions to enhancing educational experiences through technology. Simon Sharratt from The…
A new commercial development in St Ives, Trinity Business Park, will proudly sport a logo designed by Cambridge Regional College students, Eleanor Church and Katie…
Alfie Mitchell and Ethan Jones are two Level 3 Media students at Kirklees College(@kirkleescollege) who were recently impressed with their Work Placement with The Basement…
A social care apprentice who was nearly lost to education has overcome a range of personal challenges to win a national award. Ellie Burke, from…
In the last few years, we have witnessed a global influx of technological advancements that have progressed faster than anticipated, leading to a significant IT…
ALL schools, colleges and apprenticeships are required to teach British Values, including democracy and an “understanding of how citizens can influence decision-making through the democratic…
There appears to be a groundswell of activity among those calling for educational reform, focusing on the need to address the UK’s growing attainment gap.…
Gower College Swansea is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist in three categories at the esteemed Professional Teaching Awards Cymru. This…
Often, the science and creative industries are thought of as two separate entities in the education sector, but some institutions have taken the leap to…
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