Apprenticeship Entry Requirements and Wages are Major Barriers to Disadvantaged Students

by SCTP | Jul 3, 2022 | Uncategorised

An NFER study has found that minimum English and maths entry requirements for the majority of intermediate and advanced apprenticeships are preventing many young people, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, from accessing apprenticeships. The report...

Times Education Commission Adds Voice to Calls for New ‘Baccalaureate’

by SCTP | Jun 19, 2022 | Uncategorised

A high-profile education commission has added its voice to calls for a new baccalaureate that mixes academic and vocational qualifications – estimated to cost the government an extra £1.2 billion a year. Click here for more.

Plans Will Leave Spending on Adult Education and Apprenticeships 25% Below 2010 Levels by 2025

by SCTP | Jun 18, 2022 | Uncategorised

Click here for this latest IFS analysis of spending on adult education in England and here for a summary article.

NCFE to Deliver Review of Level 3 Early Years Qualification in Summer 2022

by SCTP | Jun 18, 2022 | Uncategorised

A review of the Early Years Educator (EYE) qualification has been announced, designed to improve quality, support practitioners, and address the impact of Covid-19 on the youngest children. It will be carried out by SCTP member, NCFE. Click here for more.

East Sussex Participation Dashboard

by SCTP | Jun 18, 2022 | Uncategorised

Click here for the May participation and NEET figures for East Sussex.