Ofsted has announced it will be holding a programme of sector engagement events in September to go alongside the final set of education inspection reforms.

Overstretched children’s social care services has led to an alarming number of children leaving the care system and becoming homeless, not in employment or not in education, according to a report by the Education Committee.

A new report suggests the free schools programme in England has generally had positive impacts on pupil outcomes at secondary, including GCSE and A-Level attainment and secondary school absence.

The framework gives teachers guidance to plan high quality lessons and teach writing from reception and throughout primary school.

A new report from the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) finds that the Department for Education (DfE) lacks a coherent plan, suitable targets and sufficient evidence of what works as it seeks to improve teacher recruitment and retention.  

A report from the Children’s Commissioner calls for improved access to school transport so as many children as possible benefit from free bus travel, and for all eligible children to be auto-enrolled to receive free school meals.

Teacher reading to class

The Education secretary has launched a national campaign to encourage young people to enjoy reading.

Students in exam hall

New research from the Education Policy Institute (EPI) found that disadvantaged students are, on average, one-fifth of a grade behind in English and one-eighth of a grade behind in maths when resitting GCSEs

Young children playing

The government are starting to roll out ‘Best Start Family Hubs’ across every local authority in England by April 2026, offering help and support for parents.

The report by Inclusion in Practice and ImpactEd Group follows a national call for evidence to find examples of successful inclusive practice in mainstream schools.

Raspberry Pi Foundation - the education charity for digital skills - is calling for a free Code Club in every school and library, to ensure young people are prepared for a digital future. 

Twelve combined authority mayors have signed a joint statement pledging to create a national active travel network, many of which will be around schools.

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