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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New research has revealed a critical disconnect between the number of England’s young people who are ‘NEET’ and the number who receive employment support services.…
Artificial intelligence has become deeply embedded within modern business. It’s the driving force across most industries, and marketing is no exception. It’s transforming how we…
The OECD’s Education at a Glance 2025 report, released today, demonstrates that the UK’s higher education system continues to deliver progress on access, attainment, investment, and international…
Today (9th September 2025), the Office For National Statistics (ONS) have published estimates of suicides among higher education students. These are official statistics in development…
New 5-point grading scale, including the new ‘exceptional’ grade, designed to raise standards, confirmed following strong support from parents. New-look report cards from November From…
Published 6 September 2025 UK jobs and skills will be the driving force behind making the country a defence industrial leader under a transformative new strategy…
Jacqui Smith has confirmed she will continue as Minister for Skills, taking on a dual role across the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and…
MPs on the Work and Pensions Committee have called on the DWP to reform the conditionality regime, including sanctions, placed on jobseekers and people in…
Welcome to FE Soundbite Edition 813: 6th September 2025. How Do We Encourage More SMEs To Engage With Foundation Apprenticeships? This is the weekly e-newsletter…
Pat McFadden is the new Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, following the Cabinet Reshuffle after Angela Rayner stepped down from the Deputy PM…
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