More girls to study maths under plans to improve pathway into AI careers
Government invests £8.2m to boost girls’ advanced maths skills and AI careers. Thousands of the country’s brightest girls will get the opportunity to study advanced maths and progress into AI-related
VR Headsets to Revolutionise Exam Preparation at Gower College Swansea
Gower College Swansea is adding a cutting-edge twist to exam preparation by expanding its use of virtual reality (VR)—helping students reduce anxiety and build confidence through immersive, lifelike exam experiences
Millions of Families to Benefit from Lower School Uniform Costs
Government to cut school uniform costs for around 4.2 million children, saving families an estimated £73 million per year Millions of families across England are set to benefit from a
RISE School Improvement Programme Expands to Support Over 120,000 Children
The Department for Education has today announced a major expansion of its flagship RISE (Regional Improvement for Standards and Excellence) programme, now supporting more than 200 schools and reaching over
Branding Agency Brings New Life to Schools
Nick Watts, founder of Claregate-based creative agency Depict Creative, is leading a fresh movement in education branding—showing how design and storytelling can unite school communities, inspire students, and support staff
Empowering Colleges with £302M Investment
There are moments in the education sector when funding feels like a lifeline. But sometimes, it’s more than that — it’s a vote of confidence. Today’s announcement of £302 million
Boosting SEND Provision with £740M Allocation
The UK government has announced a major investment of £740 million to fund 10,000 new school places for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This initiative forms part
What England’s Schools Are Really Saying About the Digital Divide
In 2025, it’s tempting to assume the digital divide in education is a thing of the past. Technology use surged during the pandemic. Government funding followed. Many pupils now have
Data Protection in 2025: A Practical Guide for School Leaders
Let’s be honest—data protection isn’t the topic most school leaders get excited about. But in 2025, with stricter expectations, smarter technology, and more scrutiny from regulators, it’s a topic no
School Leaders’ Guide to Wellbeing Bill
When the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill was introduced in March 2025, its headline goal was ambitious and necessary: break the link between background and life outcomes for young people.
£45M Investment and New Digital Standards Proposed for Schools
No Child Left Behind? Let’s Make Sure That’s More Than a Slogan When the UK Government announced its renewed push to close the digital divide in education—pledging more laptops, more
How Your School Can Still Benefit from Solar Energy
The recent announcement of Great British Energy marks a major step in the UK’s shift toward a greener, more affordable energy future. As part of the initiative, 200 schools across