As August draws to a close, Further Education settles into a particular rhythm. INSET days land in the final week of the month, enrolment week...
The first in a new series examining international careers, employability and skills systems, and what England might responsibly learn from them. Introduction There is something...
When it comes to employees, further education doesn't suffer from a shortage of enthusiasm or dedication. In fact, an analysis of FE staff survey responses...
Level 1 and 2 results day (not just GCSE as will become clear below) provides an annual reminder of the failings of our educational system....
During this summer's heatwaves, further education and skills providers across the country found themselves trying to run assessments, practical workshops and exams in buildings, workplaces...
This summer has delivered the clearest statement of intent on skills that further education has seen in a generation. Technical education pathways from age 14,...
For social care to be fit for the future, the workforce must be central to reform. Adult social care stands at a critical moment. Demand for care...
The State of the Skills Sector 2026 reveals that skills providers largely have confidence in their own performance, but far less certainty about policy, funding,...
My first job in the civil service was working on the team delivering plans for 14-19 Diplomas in response to the Tomlinson Review. It was a...
Analysis of gender attainment gaps in T levels and other Level 3 technical qualifications shows that boys are worryingly behind at all levels in exactly...
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NCFE is celebrating its 175th anniversary this academic year (2023-24) and is the oldest awarding organisation in the UK, recognised for providing vocational and technical…
Thousands of UK students will be trained to be the next Alan Turing as part of a landmark investment in science degrees announced by the…
In this thought-provoking episode, hosts Richard Foster-Fletcher and Kurt Hintz delve into how emerging artificial intelligence technologies could shape the future learning environments within further…
NCFE is celebrating its 175th anniversary this academic year (2023-24) and is the oldest awarding organisation in the UK, recognised for providing vocational and technical…
Dr Vikki Smith, Executive Director of Education & Standards at the Education and Training Foundation, reflects on the key themes discussed at a community of…
The focus of this International Women’s Day is investing in women to create stronger economies, improve innovation, and ensure a better world for future generations.…
The 8th of March marks International Women’s Day, this year the theme is Inspire Inclusion. Encouraging everyone to understand and appreciate women’s involvement helps make the…
Welcome to FE Soundbite Edition 736, 8th March 2024: What is the Public Sector Productivity Plan and how could it affect you? The Budget, National…
On International Women’s Day, Danielle Johnson, Senior Business Development Manager at The Skills Network, explores whether balancing a career in FE with being a super…
Sophie Lutman, Executive Creative Director at Siegel+Gale, explores 25 years of industry evolution through the lens of her own personal career growth, and shares her…
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