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Early Years Funding Should Prioritise Child Need Over Parental Employment, Study Finds

A two-year research programme by the London Early Years Foundation reveals significant benefits for children with additional needs when early years funding targets developmental requirements rather than parental work status. The findings challenge current policy approaches and call for a fundamental shift in how England's childcare system is financed and delivered.

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Policy May 5, 2026

GCSE maths and science exam aids to continue indefinitely

More than 90 per cent of consultation respondents backed plans to retain formulae and equations sheets for GCSE mathematics and science examinations, ensuring pupils continue receiving this support during assessments.

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Policy May 5, 2026

DfE issues new safe sleep guidance for early years settings ahead of EYFS framework updates

The Department for Education has published new guidance on safer sleep practices for babies and children in early years settings. The guidance comes ahead of strengthened requirements being introduced through the Early Years Foundation Stage framework later this year.

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Early Years Funding Should Prioritise Child Need Over Parental Employment, Study Finds

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GCSE maths and science exam aids to continue indefinitely

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DfE issues new safe sleep guidance for early years settings ahead of EYFS framework updates

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Policy May 5, 2026

One in Five Scottish Nurseries Predict Losses as Funding Rates Fail to Cover Costs

New research reveals over 20% of nurseries in Scotland anticipate running at a loss this year, with providers warning that government funding rates do not meet the actual costs of delivering childcare places. The findings raise serious questions about the sustainability of early years provision and the financial pressures facing childcare businesses across the country.

Policy May 1, 2026

All Party Parliamentary Group for Early Education and Childcare closes after Conservative MP leaves

The APPG for Early Education and Childcare has closed after Caroline Dinenage MP stepped down as an officer and no Conservative MP or Lord could be found to replace her.

SEND May 1, 2026

NAHT conference: Ofsted, SEND and industrial action warnings

As it happened from team Schools Week in Belfast The post NAHT conference: Ofsted, SEND and industrial action warnings first appeared on Schools Week.

Policy May 1, 2026

Early Years Pupil Premium: Awareness High but Barriers Remain

New research into the Early Years Pupil Premium reveals that whilst awareness and take-up of the funding are high, practical barriers continue to prevent some eligible families from accessing this vital support. Julian Grenier explores the findings and what they mean for closing the attainment gap in the early years.

Policy May 1, 2026

Early Years Pupil Premium: Progress on Awareness but Barriers to Access Remain

New research reveals that whilst awareness of the Early Years Pupil Premium has reached high levels amongst providers, persistent practical barriers continue to hinder access to this vital funding. Julian Grenier examines the challenges facing early years settings in their efforts to close the attainment gap for disadvantaged children.

Schools Apr 30, 2026

Church of England shelves consultation on multi-academy trust inspections

But it will revisit the plans later this year as Catholic counterparts start thinking about their own framework The post Church of England shelves consultation on multi-academy trust inspections first appeared on Schools Week.

Schools Apr 30, 2026

Ofsted reforms: How the new school inspection ratings system works

Following the tragic death of headteacher Ruth Perry, Ofsted has replaced its single-word judgement system to reduce pressure on school leaders. The new framework provides separate sub-judgements whilst maintaining rigorous accountability for standards.

Safeguarding Apr 30, 2026

Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act Passes into Law

The Children’s Commissioner for England has welcomed the passing of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act, which introduces significant reforms across safeguarding, schools, and children’s services. The legislation represents a milestone in efforts to ensure every child grows up safe, happy, and healthy, reflecting feedback gathered from over a million children.

Schools Apr 30, 2026

When algorithms decide: Lessons from Sweden's school admissions chaos

When Gothenburg introduced an algorithm to manage school admissions in 2020, the promise was efficiency and neutrality. Instead, families faced chaos and unaccountable decisions that disrupted children's education. The case raises urgent questions for UK local authorities regarding algorithmic transparency and accountability in admissions processes.

Policy Apr 29, 2026

Office for Students’ University of Sussex humiliation is a symptom of deeper failings

England’s higher education regulator must rebuild trust with troubled sector after series of blunders under previous leadershipIn its brief and unhappy life, England’s Office for Students has been offered a series of challenges it has largely failed to meet. This week the latest and most embarrassin...

Policy Apr 29, 2026

University wins record freedom of speech fine challenge

A record fine had been issued by the Office for Students over the university's trans and non-binary inclusion policy.

Schools Apr 27, 2026

New law bans mobile phones in schools as scrutiny of big tech grows

The government has been compelled to introduce a statutory ban on mobile phone use in schools following pressure from Liberal Democrat and Conservative peers. While digital technology remains embedded in education, the new legislation reflects mounting concerns about the influence of big tech companies and the impacts of screen time on pupils.

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