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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A youth-led shadow Curriculum and Assessment Review has today (8 July) published its final report, outlining the changes that young people want to see in…
UK nations are failing to provide a coherent and equitable education offer for 16-19 year olds, new research finds Constant Policy Churn, Fragmented Pathways, And…
Created by Youth Employment UK, Youth Employment Week is a chance for organisations to champion inclusive opportunities for young people. Last year, the education charity…
The Best Start in Life strategy will see a fundamental step change in how the government drives up quality in early education, ensures places are…
Speech delivered by Skills Minister Jacqui Smith at the University of Oxford on higher education reform, access and participation and working with the FE sector…
Welcome to FE Soundbite Edition 804: 5th July 2025 | Apprenticeship Lessons from Ireland. This week in Gavin’s Reflective he deep dives into International apprenticeship…
Large and small companies recognised for their apprenticeship programmes, creating opportunities and driving growth. Employers across the country have been recognised by the government for…
A college administrator has won a prestigious national award for his devotion to further education after supporting staff and learners for the last 20 years. …
A critical shortage of skilled workers is jeopardising the Government’s pledge to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029, according to a new report by…
A 16-year-old healthcare apprentice has been named Learner of the Year as part of a UK-wide celebration of outstanding achievement in technical and vocational education. …
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