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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The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) welcomes Skills England’s latest publication, Sector Evidence to Support the Growth and Skills Offer, and the recognition that…
The 5% Club, a dynamic, employer-led charity that champions “earn and learn” opportunities across the UK, has today released its 2021-2024 Accredited Membership (Employer Audit)…
Britain faces a critical workforce emergency that could derail economic growth and leave the government’s flagship missions in tatters, groundbreaking new research warns today. Skills…
Applications for a grant of up to £1,919 for learners aged 19 and over in further education are now open for the 2025/26 academic year.…
Bridget Phillipson, Secretary of State for Education has written a letter to the Joint Chief Executives of Skills England (Tessa Griffiths and Sarah Maclean), setting…
Welcome to FE Soundbite Edition 799: 31st May 2025 | Under 22, How is this Transforming the FE and Skills Offer? Hachette Learning sponsors this…
Patients and pupils across England are set to benefit from nearly £1.2billion worth of essential maintenance fixes being rolled out at hospitals and schools. Over…
With the rise of AI, graduates are entering a labour market where traditional roles are evolving and new ones are emerging. This has raised concerns…
The official confirmation of the government’s apprenticeship funding reforms on May 27 signals a strategic shift towards boosting opportunities for under-22s. While the headlines focus…
The Apprenticeship budget exceeds £3 billion for the first time, as new foundation apprenticeships announced . Starting January 2026, funding will be redirected from Level 7…
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