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Education Secretary Questioned by MPs on SEND Reforms and Teacher Recruitment

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is appearing before the House of Commons Education Select Committee to answer questions on the SEND system, teacher recruitment challenges, and proposed curriculum reforms. The session provides crucial insights for local government cabinet members on upcoming national policy direction and priorities.

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Education Jun 17, 2026

Students could be required to pass GCSE English to access university loans

Exclusive: Ministers consider national threshold in England that could in effect bar thousands from studyingUniversity students would face minimum grade requirements to qualify for student loans in England under proposals that could in effect bar thousands of young people from higher education.Under...

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Education Jun 17, 2026

Literacy charity expands inclusive book gifting to 100 under-resourced primary schools

One hundred under-resourced primary schools will receive curated collections of inclusive children's books through an expansion of the Inclusive Books for Children gifting programme, supporting diverse representation in school libraries.

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Students could be required to pass GCSE English to access university loans

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Education Jun 17, 2026

Italia Conti: How stage school culture is evolving for modern students

As Italia Conti celebrates 115 years, the renowned performing arts school has moved away from its harsh historical reputation towards a more supportive, holistic environment. The presence of a food bank on site highlights the financial pressures facing post-16 students, even at prestigious vocational institutions.

Education Jun 17, 2026

The Invisible Pupils: How Poverty Shapes Educational Outcomes

Sustained poverty leaves a cumulative mark on children's educational attainment, effectively rendering England's most disadvantaged pupils invisible within the system. This analysis explores how economic disadvantage creates persistent barriers to learning and examines what local authorities can do to ensure every child is seen, supported and able to thrive.

Education Jun 16, 2026

Some college, no degree: the Americans who find it impossible to graduate

They all begin college with hope, and leave without the credential they believed would shape the rest of their lives due to financial instability, family, illnessStory and photographs by Rachel BujalskiEveryone knows the feeling of leaving something unfinished.A half-written novel. A business idea s...

Education Jun 16, 2026

‘Exceptional’ standards should be an achievable goal for providers

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Education Jun 16, 2026

Employers’ contributions to teachers’ pensions ‘very likely’ to reduce – minister

Jacqui Smith says 'considerable reduction' to employer payments could follow a revaluation of the scheme The post Employers’ contributions to teachers’ pensions ‘very likely’ to reduce – minister first appeared on FE Week.

Education Jun 16, 2026

Inclusion is not the alternative to excellence. It is its foundation

What we’ve learned from listening to young people, educators and communities across England The post Inclusion is not the alternative to excellence. It is its foundation first appeared on Schools Week.

Education Jun 15, 2026

What one country's experiment says about attempts to boost birth rates

Why did Hungary’s pronatalist approach deliver an early rise in births only then to fall back? And what lessons does it offer to other countries desperate to lift fertility?

Education Jun 15, 2026

How much does a university degree cost and is it worth it?

With rising tuition fees and living costs, do higher graduate earnings cover the cost of a degree?

Education Jun 15, 2026

University of Cambridge accused of tolerating misogyny and bullying in tribunal

Professor alleges Institute of Astronomy has a ‘bad history of misogyny’ and staff were mistreatedThe University of Cambridge’s prestigious Institute of Astronomy has been accused of tolerating misogyny and a “cycle of bullying” in an employment tribunal.The claim, brought by a professor of astrophy...

Education Jun 15, 2026

Apprenticeship subcontracting review launched by DWP

Summer review will examine policy, rules and definitions, with reforms due from January 2027 The post Apprenticeship subcontracting review launched by DWP first appeared on FE Week.

Safeguarding Jun 15, 2026

Global Attacks on Education Surge 40% as 10,600 Students and Staff Harmed

Research by the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack reveals a 40% rise in violent incidents targeting education worldwide, with 8,556 attacks affecting learners and staff across 83 countries including Colombia, DRC, Ethiopia, Haiti, Palestine and Ukraine. The findings underscore the urgent need for robust safeguarding measures to protect children and educators in conflict zones.

Education Jun 13, 2026

UK government announces £132.5m after-school clubs package

Funding for extracurricular activities comes as ministers prepare to introduce social media restrictions for under-16sThe government has announced a £132.5m funding package for after-school clubs as ministers prepare to introduce expected restrictions on social media use for under-16s.The programme...

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