New Cambridge University Press & Assessment report sets out eight key principles for effective AI integration in schools Policymakers should work closely with teachers to shape policy for the AI age in schools, and invest in comprehensive, sustained teacher professional learning to ensure educators can effectively use AI in their classrooms and critically engage with…
~ Researchers say immersive VR could help schools tackle stress and exam anxiety ~ A seven-minute virtual reality (VR) intervention can help students feel calmer, less anxious and better able to cope with academic pressure, according to new research from City St George’s, University of London. The findings, recently published in Scientific Reports, come at…
Foundation urges on industry and education sectors to work together to help children understand, question and create with technology as AI transforms how they learn and engage Ten years after the BBC micro:bit was launched across the UK, the Micro:bit Educational Foundation is calling for renewed action to make sure children are equipped not just…
We’re expanding the Google AI Educator Series to the UK and Ireland – a landmark initiative to equip educators with comprehensive AI literacy training and skills. For technology to be truly impactful, school leaders and educators must lead the way. That’s why we’re expanding our free Google AI Educator Series to all educators in the UK…
GDPRiS, part of the ParentPay Group, releases research showing governance challenges in the use of AI in MATs Free AI Governance & Readiness Assessment launched by the company to support MATs and schools understand and improve their AI governance GDPRiS, the data protection and GDPR compliance platform for schools and multi-academy trusts and part of…
Two out of five say: “Quality of supervision affects whether I stay in role” Oftsed’s focus on inclusion: Over half of workforce feel well prepared but 10% report guidance unclear Use of AI in early years has increased by 13.5 percentage points since 2025 with 46% of respondents reporting they had used AI in…
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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…
High-tech smart devices and AI-enabled tools are posing a growing threat to the integrity of exams, according to Ofqual Chief Regulator Sir Ian Bauckham, who warned regulators must “move really fast” to keep pace with rapidly evolving technology. Speaking on Ofqual’s new podcast series, Bauckham highlighted concerns around the increasing sophistication of devices including…
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into the everyday lives of children and young people, schools are beginning to observe new forms of online behaviour that extend beyond conventional safeguarding models. A growing concern in this area is the fascination with AI chatbots, where ongoing interaction with conversational AI may start to indicate emotional dependence…
Less than half of Brits trust AI, with 78% worried about its long-term impact Handwriting activates more than 20 regions of the brain involved in memory, language, and creativity While AI promises to make life easier, it’s also leaving many feeling creatively sidelined, and even celebrities are sounding the alarm. As Emma Thompson publicly blasted…
It’s difficult to think of a technology that has grown as quickly or transformed as many industries as AI, and in the past year or so it has become part of the everyday toolkit for workplace learning. It began as an experiment in a handful of proactive teams, but has now spread across the industry as AI capabilities…
The use of AI in education that lacks evidential and scientific rigour puts children’s learning development at risk, according to a new white paper from Explore Learning, the UK’s largest independent tuition provider. While acknowledging the huge opportunity provided by AI, the report also highlights the risks of overreliance, including reduced critical thinking and cognitive…
Edtech charity LGfL-The National Grid for Learning has launched a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Toolkit for schools across the UK. Designed for senior leaders and Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), the toolkit provides a practical framework to develop safe, effective and future-ready AI policies, aligned with Keeping Children Safe in Education and Department for Education…
King’s College London piloted AI to give students and staff the benefits of generative AI without compromising academic integrity London, UK; 19th February 2026: King’s College London has piloted ICS.AI’s SMART: Learn (known as the KEATS AI Pilot during the collaboration) to explore how a university approved teaching and learning AI copilot could help students…
Generative AI isn’t coming to schools; it’s already here, and we must respond. Plenty of children are already exploring tools, many teachers are dabbling, and the Department for Education has produced guidance on using them in schools. However, talk of AI is frequently generating these 2 polar responses – stopping and hoping it goes away, or jumping in excitedly…
As classrooms across the UK prepare for Safer Internet Day 2026 on 10 February, the conversation around online safety has never been more relevant. This year’s theme – “Smart tech, safe choices: Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI” – reflects a growing reality: AI is now part of young people’s digital lives, whether…
With less than a week left until entries close on 1 February, Samsung is urging teachers across the UK to support their students in entering this year’s Solve for Tomorrow competition – a tech‑for‑good challenge designed to give young people the chance to turn their ideas into real‑world solutions and win exciting prizes, including Samsung…
More than half of teachers across Europe say reliance on AI is leading to poorer exam results More than half of teachers across Europe (58 per cent) believe that when students use AI to complete their schoolwork, it has a negative effect on learning — a concern shared even more strongly in the UK,…
As thousands of teachers arrive at ExCeL London for BETT 2026, Samsung is showcasing how connected, AI‑enabled technology can make teaching easier and learning more inclusive. With over 35,000 educators attending this year, the company’s message is simple: technology should adapt to the learner – not the other way around. A Practical Approach to Classroom…
Hands-on Autonomous Driving from “Perception” to “Decision” One of the highlights is a vision-based autonomous driving project using the Maqueen Plus V3 robot and HuskyLens 2 AI vision sensor. Moving beyond line-following, the robot makes driving decisions—such as obstacle avoidance and route planning—based entirely on what it “sees”, helping students understand the complete process from perception…
Aston University and BioCare Ltd are to build a smart, AI-powered app that can deliver tailored nutritional recommendations and inform lifestyle choices New technology will analyse complex data on an individual’s personalised health and behaviours, built using the latest developments in AI and machine learning Its personalised advice will empower individuals to make long-term improvements…
40 per cent of young people don’t know what an algorithm is, and 43 per cent don’t realise algorithms shape what they see online, resulting in millions consuming digital content without understanding where it comes from or how it is curated, a new report from the Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA) reveals. The findings…
A recent BBC Bitesize and 5 Live Teen Summit Survey revealed that a third (30%) of teenagers are worried about AI’s impact on issues including careers, creativity and the spread of misinformation. A quarter (24%) also struggled to find out where to learn about AI and how best to use it. But how can we…
The UK education sector is entering a transformative phase with artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT becoming increasingly integrated into classrooms and lecture halls. AI offers the potential for more personalised learning, streamlined administration and greater accessibility. However, alongside the benefits, there are a whole host of cybersecurity, ethical and operational risks that many educational…
