by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 21, 2019 | Uncategorised
A new report has been published by WorldSkills UK and NOCN, focusing on the construction sector and how learning from the WorldSkills global network can help promote best practice. As part of this report they are calling on the Government to revise the curriculum for...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 21, 2019 | Uncategorised
Ofsted has published inspection and outcomes statistics for further education and skills (as at 31 August 2019).
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 20, 2019 | Uncategorised
Podcast from the Society for Education & Training (SET) conference discussing ‘hard to reach’ learners and how to get involved in offender learning.
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 20, 2019 | Uncategorised
The AELP has submitted recommendations to the ESFA and Department for Education with regard to subcontracting rules. Their recommendations include introducing a maximum cap on fees and charges, and clear requirements and expectations for main providers to ensure...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 20, 2019 | Uncategorised
The Education and Training Foundation (ETF) has launched a new programme that aims to challenge bias, remove obstacles to attaining leadership roles and to use tools to build confidence in aspiring leaders. It is aimed at senior leaders, managers and governors. More...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 20, 2019 | Uncategorised
Latest information from the ESFA: 1. Action: subcontractor declaration for adult delivery, including apprenticeships and traineeships, and for the first time, for 16 to 19 provision; 2. Information: submission of college financial returns; 3. Information: building...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 20, 2019 | Uncategorised
The Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET) has published a Skills and Demand in Industry report. The report reveals that 1 in 2 UK engineering and technology firms are concerned that the skills gaps in their sector are a threat to business. The IET’s...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 20, 2019 | Uncategorised
A student studying a T Level, on the trial scheme, has talked about his positive experience on his T Level so far.
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 19, 2019 | Uncategorised
A new survey completed by National Education Union members has highlighted the challenges facing schools in meeting the needs of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The majority of the respondents rated the current support by the...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 19, 2019 | Uncategorised
The Centenary Commission on Adult Education has published a report on adult education and lifelong learning. The report calls for a national Adult Education & Lifelong Learning Strategy, the appointment of a Minister with specific responsibility for Adult...
