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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Following feedback from last year’s Big Listen and the recent consultation on inspection reform, Ofsted has today announced a new structure for inspection teams in…
Thousands of people are set to benefit from on-the-job training and career opportunities in the construction sector. Roles ranging from project managers to bricklayers will…
A teenager whose education was interrupted by a major car accident resulting in severe physical and cognitive injuries has won a prestigious national award. Anya…
We catch up with Ben Rowland, Chief Executive of the Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP), at the annual conference. Ben discusses the main…
Winners of this year’s Aspiration Awards have today (25 June) been announced. Created by the education charity and leader in vocational and technical learning NCFE,…
In today’s fast-paced global economy, earning a degree is a good foundation but many employers want proof of practical skills from day one. Yet, the…
Employers still face critical skills shortages, but new report from The Open University reveals young people are ready to learn and want to contribute A…
Direct Welsh Government investment in businesses totalling in excess of £600m has seen more than 40,000 jobs created or safeguarded across Wales during this government…
Skills System Reforms and Funding Major Funding Commitments The Industrial Strategy commits to £1.2 billion additional investment in skills per year by 2028-29, alongside measures…
Modern Industrial Strategy will make the UK the best country to invest in and grow a business and support tens of thousands of new jobs…
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