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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One in four employees are hoping to start a new job in the coming year, with many chasing higher wages and more recognition from their…
Essential skills are key to work and daily life, so why don’t we assess them in the same way as occupational skills or knowledge? So why do we need to change our…
The FE sector is no stranger to change, but the pace and scale of current post-16 qualification reform is presenting colleges and sixth forms with…
The first Connect to Work services in Wales have opened their doors, marking a major milestone in the delivery of the Government’s Pathways to Work…
The government has today (4 March) launched an independent review into how schools and colleges in England identify, respond to and prevent antisemitism, led by Sir…
Following Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson’s speech at Bett UK earlier this year, the government confirmed a major change in national AI and EdTech policy, including…
Nine colleges across the UK are celebrating after being named as AoC Beacon Award winners for 2025/26. The winners, revealed at an event in Westminster…
Chancellor Rachel Reeves shared her Spring Statement in parliament today. The main messaging from the Chancellor was that she has ‘The right economic plan for Britain‘.…
As we all know, apprenticeships are recognised as one of the most effective ways to bridge the gap between education and employment. When they work…
A cross-party group of parliamentarians are coming together to put adult education under the microscope for a new inquiry. The APPG for FE and Lifelong…
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