Within education and skills, there is a tendency to equate more with better: more learning hours, more evidence, more checkpoints, more assessment. Yet, it is...
Last week brought a welcome signal that the government is ready to rethink GCSE maths resits. Education Secretary Lucy Powell acknowledged that failing to get...
In a few short weeks, tens of thousands of young people fresh from receiving their A-level and BTEC results will head off to university to...
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...
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In the workplace, it’s likely that you will receive criticism from your manager or even your colleagues at some point or another. Whilst criticism is…
As a leading charity with over 56,000 members, representing over half of schools, nasen stands with children and young people, their families and the wider…
Any child who falls behind in maths or English will get the support they need to get back on track, as part of a pledge…
Welcome to FE Soundbite Edition #637 We had the Spring Budget this week and a lot of comments in our sector reaction piece… particularly around…
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret…
Bridgend-based training and apprenticeships provider, TSW Training, is launching a new career-fulfilment and happiness at work publication –The Happy Manual. Read The Happy Manual Available…
At Ninestiles, An Academy, where I work, I am often inspired by the talented, driven and ambitious girls I encounter on a daily basis. However,…
The UK Government’s Levelling Up White Paper becomes even more vital as we recover from the devastating effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. Many of the…
Universities are uniquely placed to support levelling up. It was good to see this recognised in the White Paper, especially their economic role and contribution…
The Chancellor has delivered the Spring Statement in Parliament today (23 Mar). The Chancellor highlighted that UK employers are spending just half the European average…
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