By Kate Erskine, Head of DGI Study Trips The return of Erasmus+ in 2027 is about far more than renewed funding opportunities. It represents a shift in how institutions will need to approach international mobility, moving beyond travel and towards strategically designed programmes that deliver measurable educational outcomes, support employability and justify investments. Having worked with universities and colleges delivering international…
The Office for Students (OfS) has published the rules for its new free speech complaints scheme, which will open on 1 September 2026. Alongside the rules, the OfS has updated its freedom of speech regulatory guidance in response to the University of Sussex judgment. The scheme covers staff (including academics), applicants for academic posts, visiting…
Led by Professor Dawne Irving-Bell, Arden University’s National Teaching Repository team is one of just 15 recognised across UK higher education this year. Arden University has won a Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE) for its leading role in the National Teaching Repository – a free, open-access platform used by educators in more than…
As schools continue to navigate rising levels of student anxiety, increasing neurodiversity awareness and a growing focus on trauma-informed practice, Jessica Kingsley Publishers (JKP) is reaffirming its commitment to supporting educators with practical, evidence-informed resources that help every learner thrive. For more than 35 years, JKP has been publishing trusted books for teachers, school leaders…
Author: Claire Archibald, legal director at UK and Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has published its draft corporate strategy for 2026 to 2028, and it is open for public consultation until 23 August 2026. Any organisation, individual, or sector body can respond. The strategy has implications for schools, multi-academy trusts,…
The UK Government has announced it will change assessment criteria related to public sector procurement to place a greater emphasis on the creation of jobs and investment in local areas. Businesses bidding for government contracts – a market worth £90bn annually – will be judged on their commitment to creating jobs, tackling skills shortages, and…
Britain risks raising a generation of AI and tech consumers rather than creators unless young people are given opportunities to understand, question and create with artificial intelligence from an early age, according to the Micro:bit Educational Foundation. The not-for-profit warns the next digital divide will not just be defined by access to technology but by…
Little Green Button – the safety technology company behind an industry-leading panic button system – has reported a huge surge in enquiries from the education sector, as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 nears and safety fears grow across UK schools. The Norfolk-based firm has reported a fivefold increase in enquiries from education…
Education Secretary Lucy Powell MP commented this morning that a “one size fits all” approach does not work for every young person. That is a debate successive governments have grappled with for decades as they seek to strike the right balance between academic and vocational pathways. But regardless of the route a young person takes,…
The High Court has handed down a judgment in what is believed to be the first decision regarding interpretation of the new limitation provisions for abuse claims introduced under the Crime and Policing Act 2026. The case impacts a broad range of organisations, including local authority-run social services, educational institutions, religious organisations, charities and voluntary…
Only one in five school leaders are satisfied with the UK Government’s education policy, according to a survey of school leaders that illustrates the challenges facing new Prime Minister Andy Burnham. While satisfaction rates increased from 9% to 20% during Labour’s second year in power, the latest School Leaders Survey by UK and Ireland law firm Browne…
From hungry bees to thirsty hedgehogs, woodlands.co.uk reveals five simple ways to turn your garden into a wildlife haven. As summer arrives, gardens across the UK become some of the busiest wildlife hotspots in the country. While many homeowners spend hours keeping lawns perfectly trimmed and borders looking immaculate, a little imperfection could be…
New research has revealed that lost property has become one of the most persistent daily challenges in UK schools, with teachers spending significant time each week managing missing items. A third of UK teachers say that searching for lost items is a daily disruption to their school’s routine, a study conducted by My Nametags, the…
New technical education routes have been launched as part of a significant curriculum shift by Prime Minister Andy Burnham. The new education system will provide 14-year-olds (Year 10 pupils) with early access to technical skills, work experience and connections with local employers. Mr Burnham said he wants to put technical education on an equal footing…
Leading education caterer Dolce Schools Catering has announced a record year for new business, securing 29 new catering contracts covering 126 schools ahead of the new academic year. The latest contract wins will see Dolce providing school meals to over 700 primary and secondary schools from September 2026 – with projected annual revenue reaching over…
One of the world’s most spectacular immersive experiences has arrived in the UK, bringing human history to life like never before. London’s newest immersive cultural experience, TIMEWALK, is now open at Immerse LDN at Excel Waterfront, inviting visitors to journey through 12,000 years of human history in a spectacular multi-sensory adventure. Created by…
The Department for Education (DfE) has launched a pilot programme to test private sector financing for installing rooftop solar panels in English schools and colleges. Up to 150 schools and colleges in Yorkshire and Humber, the East Midlands and South East will take part in the first phase of the DfE’s renewal and retrofit programme….
Music therapy charity Nordoff and Robbins to work in partnership with Co-op Foundation, Co-op Academies Trust and Co-op Live to deliver innovative music therapy programme Programme will support Co-op Academy students at risk of suspension and exclusion to rebuild confidence, improve mental health, and re-engage in education Programme will be delivered in part at the…
Students at Kelvin Hall and Wyke College gain hands-on experience with AI, digital skills and technology careers York, 23rd July 2026: Phoenix Software, the public sector IT specialist, has welcomed students from Hull in a series of hands-on technology and careers activities. The events for Year 9 and Year 12 students were designed to inspire…
The UK’s leading catering consultancy The Litmus Partnership has launched the pilot of a pioneering new Consumer Insight (CI) programme designed specifically for special schools, marking it as the first initiative of its kind in the sector. Recognising that traditional written surveys aren’t always the most effective way to capture feedback from pupils with…
For the first time, parents and carers across the UK were invited to nominate their child’s school for the chance to win a school trip, as part of Hyundai’s Great British School Trip programme Bishop Stopford’s School in Enfield was selected from over 3,000 entries and will receive a fully funded residential overnight school trip…
Students are being told outdated careers advice by their parents, teachers and other influential figures in their lives. Whether that’s being told to “just walk in and hand in your CV” or that university is the only path to a well-paid career. While well-intentioned, many young people are finding that traditional guidance no longer reflects…
While many families look forward to summer, hot weather can present unique challenges for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Higher temperatures, disrupted routines, changes to sleep, unfamiliar clothing, increased sensory discomfort and spending more time indoors can all contribute to feelings of overwhelm or dysregulation. Here, Lisa Spann, Managing Director at Fledglings,…
More than 2,000 women expected to flock to Convene Sancroft St Paul’s on October 10 as the UK’s leading women’s health and menopause event expands for 2026 PAUSE Live (www.pauselive.com), the UK’s leading women’s health and menopause event, returns to London on October 10, 2026 with a new home at Convene Sancroft, St Paul’s, an…
Recent research has shown a double win for schools: teacher trainee numbers are up, and workplace morale is on the rise. A new report by Access Education highlights that nearly all school subjects have seen a growth in teacher trainees. In particular, Computing trainee numbers shot up by 44% in the last year, while Physics…
