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A new report by the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) has calculated that, due to differences in educational achievement between boys and girls, half a million men have missed out on university over the past decade.

This initiative aims to enhance educational support for students with SEND, specifically those with communication and interaction needs, within a mainstream school setting.

Child at playground

First minister John Swinney will announce £25 million investment for local authorities to invest in the renewing play parks across Scotland.

A report by the Education Policy Institute (EPI) explores whether providing more flexibility over teachers’ pensions and remuneration could support improved recruitment and retention in the profession.

The government has announced £45 million to improve connectivity in schools, as well as make and further plans to make digital standards a requirement for all schools.  

Solar panels on a school.

Great British Energy’s first project could see each school saving around £25,000 each year.

For the first time, The Education Business Awards were held during the inaugural Education Business Live Conference & Exhibition on 19 March at Evolution London.

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The Department for Education’s (DfE) Teaching Vacancies has commissioned new research that reveals the most desirable skills recruiters want to see in teachers’ job applications.

The group will be made up of sector and digital experts and will advise the government on what changes can be made to prepare children and young people for the jobs of the future.

The government has announced new measures to boost arts education and enrichment activities for children and young people.