Austin Earl, techUK

Education leaders will explore the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence and digital transformation in schools at Education Business LIVE 2026, taking place on 26 March at Old Billingsgate.

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New research shows that teachers across the UK are increasingly working beyond their contracted hours, with workload cited by 83 per cent as the single biggest source of stress in the profession.

Brain

The government has been urged to ensure every school can meet the needs of children and young people with acquired brain injury (ABI), following the publication of the government’s consultation on SEND reform. 

Measures mean schools stocking life-saving allergy pens, compulsory training for teachers, and a requirement for each school to have a dedicated allergy policy.

Teacher recruitment

A poll from the DfE's Teaching Vacancies service has shown that school culture and values (66%) are the single biggest factor teachers consider when choosing their next role - ahead of location (55%) and pay (47%).

Solar panels

One hundred schools and colleges have now installed their Great British Energy-funded solar panels, with 250 schools due to have their installations completed by summer.

EB Awards

The shortlist for the 2026 Education Business Awards has been unveiled, shining a spotlight on the outstanding achievements and dedication of schools and academies across the UK.

Co founders Evelina Girling and Doni Fierro

Youth charity The King’s Trust is partnering with the London Cabaret Club to launch a new programme designed to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds who want to work in the entertainment industry. 

Swimming pool

The Scottish Government is rolling out a National Primary School Swimming Framework, a universal offer to primary aged children to learn to swim alongside learning vital water safety skills.

Adam Sproston, Ofsted

Senior HM Inspector Adam Sproston will discuss the inspectorate’s approach to SEND and inclusion at Education Business LIVE in March.

School children with notebooks

Children’s charity Youth Sport Trust has awarded the first Well School accreditations, recognising schools that are prioritising pupil and staff wellbeing alongside academic performance as a measure of success.

Social media on phone

The government has launched a major new consultation to gain views on how to keep children safe online across social media, AI chatbots and gaming platforms.

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