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School Leaders Warn 'Attainment-First' Policies Threaten SEND Inclusion Reforms

Headteachers have warned that the government's focus on academic targets risks undermining proposed changes to special educational needs provision. The Association of School and College Leaders argues that an 'attainment at all costs' approach conflicts with efforts to support mainstream schools in accommodating more pupils with SEND.

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Policy May 19, 2026

Association of Colleges secures £20m T Level teacher training contract

The Association of Colleges (AoC) has been awarded a £20 million contract to deliver T Level teacher training, taking over from the Education and Training Foundation (ETF) this summer. The flagship continuing professional development (CPD) programme supports further education staff in delivering these technical qualifications that form a key part of post-16 skills pathways.

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Safeguarding May 19, 2026

Scottish Charities Urge Action on Online Child Safety in First 100 Days

A coalition of Scottish children’s charities is calling on the newly elected Scottish Government to prioritise child protection in its first 100 days. The organisations are demanding urgent action to safeguard children from growing online harms, highlighting the need for immediate policy interventions to protect vulnerable young people.

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School Leaders Warn 'Attainment-First' Policies Threaten SEND Inclusion Reforms

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Association of Colleges secures £20m T Level teacher training contract

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Scottish Charities Urge Action on Online Child Safety in First 100 Days

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Policy May 18, 2026

Ofsted weighs replacement of faulty evidence system after data losses

Ofsted is considering replacing its evidence-gathering system following persistent technical failures that have resulted in inspection evidence being wiped. The move comes as the inspectorate faces scrutiny over the reliability of its digital infrastructure and the impact on schools and colleges.

Policy May 18, 2026

Government Launches AI Chat Tool to Help Parents Access Childcare Funding

The Government has introduced a new AI-powered chat feature to its official app, designed to help parents navigate childcare funding options. The tool also provides information on apprenticeships, aiming to simplify access to vital family and skills support services.

Policy May 14, 2026

Deep Dive: Can the Government Deliver Its Flagship Education Missions by September?

Schools Week examines whether ambitious new education missions scheduled for September implementation are achievable within current timeframes. The analysis considers the practical challenges facing local authorities, schools and the wider sector in translating flagship policy into effective practice on the ground.

Schools May 14, 2026

Ofsted insists schools cannot predict inspection dates through website monitoring

Ofsted has reassured headteachers that it is confident its systems prevent schools from predicting inspection dates by monitoring website download activity. The watchdog addressed concerns that institutions were attempting to game the inspection schedule by tracking online document downloads.

SEND May 14, 2026

Revealed: Uneven Split of £1.6 Billion Inclusion Fund Sparks Equity Debate

New analysis exposes significant disparities in how £1.6 billion in inclusion funding is distributed across local authorities. The findings reveal that some councils receive substantially more per pupil than others, raising urgent questions about fairness in SEND provision and resource allocation.

Policy May 14, 2026

Prosperity Fund Cuts Place Apprenticeship Hubs at Risk

Proposed cuts to prosperity funding are threatening the future of apprenticeship hubs that serve as vital gateways for young people entering skilled employment. The potential loss of this infrastructure raises serious concerns about access to vocational training and the ability of local areas to meet emerging skills needs.

Policy May 13, 2026

Ofsted pauses apprenticeship unit inspections until April 2027

Ofsted has announced that apprenticeship unit providers will not face inspections until at least April 2027, granting the sector a year's respite to develop effective delivery models. The pause aims to allow providers time to establish robust frameworks before regulatory scrutiny resumes.

Policy May 11, 2026

Report Urges Devolution of Powers to Mend Fragmented Post-16 System

A new report has highlighted the fragmented nature of England's post-16 education landscape and called for greater local government powers to create cohesive skills provision. The findings suggest that devolving decision-making could help streamline pathways from further education into employment for young people across different regions.

Policy May 11, 2026

Elections 2026: What Results Could Mean for Early Years Across the UK

With local elections in England and new parliamentary terms in Scotland and Wales, the political landscape is shifting significantly. We examine what these historic results could mean for early years policy, funding, and provision across the three nations.

Policy May 11, 2026

Labour unveils coastal mission to end outcomes 'postcode lottery' in north east and seaside towns

The government has set out its vision to tackle entrenched regional inequality through a new coastal mission targeting the north east and two coastal areas. The initiative aims to dismantle the postcode lottery in education and skills outcomes affecting children and young people in these communities.

Policy May 11, 2026

Our Future Our Voice: Children’s Commissioner Opens Festival of Childhood

Dame Rachel de Souza, the Children’s Commissioner for England, opened her second Festival of Childhood at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum alongside Youth Ambassadors. The event emphasises the vital importance of youth voice in shaping national policy and local services for children and young people.

Schools May 11, 2026

NEU Plans Strike Ballot Over Teacher Pay and School Funding

The National Education Union will ballot members for industrial action over concerns regarding pay and funding. The announcement comes ahead of the School Teachers' Review Body report publication.

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