Part of the DODS Group DODS Group Logo
Menu

Login to access your account

Forgotten your password?
Wed, 8 July 2020

Personalise Your Politics

Subscribe now
Search

Follow us:

Featured
Tory ex-advisers urge Rishi Sunak to scrap fiscal rule and focus on ‘jobs, jobs, jobs’
Tory ex-advisers urge Rishi Sunak to scrap fiscal rule and focus on ‘jobs, jobs, jobs’
Coronavirus
A host of Conservative former Number 10 and Treasury advisers are urging Rishi Sunak to prioritise saving jobs over “economic orthodoxy” when he unveils extra coronavirus help on Wednesday.
At a glance: The changes schools must make before they welcome back all pupils in September
Coronavirus
At a glance: The changes schools must make before they welcome back all pupils in September
Return of all children to school in September 'critical to national recovery', says Gavin Williamson
Coronavirus
Return of all children to school in September 'critical to national recovery', says Gavin Williamson
Third of nurseries in poorest areas could shut forever because of coronavirus, ministers are warned
Education
Third of nurseries in poorest areas could shut forever because of coronavirus, ministers are warned
Government has been ‘asleep at the wheel’ on re-opening schools, claims Keir Starmer
Education
Government has been ‘asleep at the wheel’ on re-opening schools, claims Keir Starmer
Gavin Williamson says parents will be fined if they fail to send children back to school
Coronavirus
Gavin Williamson says parents will be fined if they fail to send children back to school
Boris Johnson vows £1bn investment in ‘world-class’ school buildings as he begins coronavirus ‘bounce back’ plan
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson vows £1bn investment in ‘world-class’ school buildings as he begins coronavirus ‘bounce back’ plan
The House Live
Ministers urged to get tough with ‘unaccountable‘ social media giants to protect UK democracy from fake news
Education
By John Johnston
Ministers urged to get tough with ‘unaccountable‘ social media giants to protect UK democracy from fake news
Help us to protect, support and grow public service provision at UK universities Commercial
Education
By MillionPlus
Help us to protect, support and grow public service provision at UK universities
The Government is failing to support pupils disadvantaged by school closures
Coronavirus
By Lord Blunkett
The Government is failing to support pupils disadvantaged by school closures
Most read
Tory MP Mark Francois tells head of the army to overhaul defence or Dominic Cummings will ‘sort you out’
Tory MP Mark Francois tells head of the army to overhaul defence or Dominic Cummings will ‘sort you out’
Defence
Boris Johnson urges Brits to cover their noses when wearing face masks amid warning UK ‘way behind’ other countries
Boris Johnson urges Brits to cover their noses when wearing face masks amid warning UK ‘way behind’ other countries
Coronavirus
Government to pay young people’s wages for six months as Rishi Sunak unveils coronavirus ‘Plan for Jobs’
Government to pay young people’s wages for six months as Rishi Sunak unveils coronavirus ‘Plan for Jobs’
Coronavirus
Editor's choiceAll
The Breakfast Briefing: Rashford 1-0 Johnson, fresh pressure on Jenrick, row brewing over MP complaint system
Coronavirus
The Breakfast Briefing: Rashford 1-0 Johnson, fresh pressure on Jenrick, row brewing over MP complaint system
Good morning and welcome to the PoliticsHome Breakfast Briefing for Wednesday, June 17.
It’s time to put tribalism aside – we need a national schools plan to ensure no child is left behind
Coronavirus
By Layla Moran MP
It’s time to put tribalism aside – we need a national schools plan to ensure no child is left behind
We need to do everything we can to prevent a generation of children being left behind forever. It’s time for the government to work with teachers, parents, experts and opposition politicians to develop a clear plan
‘We need to educate our children again’ – inside the battle to re-open England’s schools
Coronavirus
By Georgina Bailey
‘We need to educate our children again’ – inside the battle to re-open England’s schools
Thousands of children will return to primary school today in the first phase of the Government’s plan to get all pupils back in the classroom before the summer holidays. But teaching unions say they have “deep concerns” and accuse ministers of ignoring the scientific evidence. Georgina Bailey reports on the Government’s attempt to get schools back up and running – and the clash with the teachers who fear it is too early
Education news
Member content
Education
By AQA
AQA joins TES in supporting inspiring schools
We are delighted to be sponsoring the TES Secondary School of the Year award for the second year running. The award recognises the teams that demonstrate innovation and imagination in developing students in ways that go far beyond the limits of league tables.
Member content
Education
By million+
million+ responds to 2015-16 HEFCE Annual Grant Letter
Chair of million+ Professor Michael Gunn responds to the publication of the Annual Grant letter from the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) which sets out details of the governments grant to the Higher Education Funding Council for England for the 2015-16 year
Member content
Education
By million+
million+ comments on UCAS January deadline analysis
The university think-tank million+ has commented on UCAS statistics published today on applications from full-time students seeking to commence courses at university later in the year.
New doctorate in Policy Research and Practice launched Member content
Education
By University of Bath
New doctorate in Policy Research and Practice launched
The University of Bath Institute for Policy Research launches a new Professional Doctorate in Policy Research and Practice.
Member content
Education
By University of Exeter
Devon’s political history exhibition showcases electoral campaigns
The history of politics in Devon is the theme of a new touring exhibition, starting at the University of Exeter. It showcases the political events in Devon from a local angle charting the changes in post-1945 campaigning, including images of Winston Churchill at the Devonport election in Plymouth.
Member content
Education
By University of Exeter
Hostile takeover research wins ethical Hutton Prize
A University of Exeter Law postgraduate student has been awarded the Hutton Prize for Excellence, which encourages the next generation of young professionals to put ethical conduct at the forefront of business, government and the professions.
Member content
Education
By AQA
Tablet technology brings texts to life
A new English e-Library developed by education charity AQA brings literary authors and non-fiction texts to life in the classroom through audio clips, video and interactive annotation.
million+ reacts to government Carter Review of initial teacher training Member content
Education
By million+
million+ reacts to government Carter Review of initial teacher training
The Government should listen to a DfE review and reform Skills Tests for trainee teachers, which have “acted as a barrier” to recruitment, a university think tank has said.
Member content
Education
By Law Commission
Sir Geoffrey Palmer to deliver the 2015 Scarman Lecture
Sir Geoffrey Palmer KCMG AC QC is to deliver the 2015 Scarman Lecture in celebration of the Law Commissions 50th anniversary.
Member content
Education
By AQA
Experts join forces to shape the future of assessment
Education charity AQA has today announced a working group of senior education experts to team up with its own in-house team to shape the future of assessment.
Member content
Education
By AQA
Last chance to nominate!
Dame Kelly Holmes has penned an open letter calling on teachers to spot their students potential and nominate them for Unlocking Potential, a mentoring programme for young people who have faced adversity, run jointly by AQA and the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust.
Ofsted rates training providers 'outstanding' Member content
Education
By Association of Employment and Learning Providers
Ofsted rates training providers 'outstanding'
Nearly nine out of ten Independent training providers are 'good' or 'excellent', according to inspection body Ofsted.
University of Exeter grows by ‘breaking down boundaries’ Member content
Education
By University of Exeter
University of Exeter grows by ‘breaking down boundaries’
University of Exeter’s reputation as a leading science institution is driven by a commitment to inter-disciplinary research, explains Prof. Nick Talbot.
Pupils ‘not prepared for world of work’ Member content
Education
By PSHE Association
Pupils ‘not prepared for world of work’
Schools are doing enough to equip pupils with skills for the world of work, according to business leaders and the PSHE Association.
Member content
Education
By AQA
Popular bus tours back on the road
The latest nationwide bus tour by education charity AQA, aimed at helping teachers through the changes that are being made to A-levels and GCSEs, goes on the road today in London and Durham.
Member content
Education
By PSHE Association
Business and education leaders ready for employability skills partnership
Fewer than one in three (32%) business leaders think that schools are doing enough to equip pupils with skills for the world of work such as self-management, communication and teamwork, even though 98% believe these are important skills which school leavers need as they enter the workplace.
A financial crisis for universities Member content
Education
By London Metropolitan University
A financial crisis for universities
Many universities in England and Wales are facing a “financial crisis” and neither the Coalition nor Labour has developed a solution to the problems, the former Education Secretary has said.
Member content
Health
By British Red Cross
Parliament listens to British Red Cross guidance
The British Red Cross is celebrating some major breakthroughs in parliament which will help the vulnerable people we support.
Member content
Education
By Coca-Cola European Partners
Coca-Cola Enterprises hosts local students at Uxbridge Head Office
For the first time, Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) this week opened the doors to its European Headquarters in Uxbridge to a group of students from local schools aged 16 to 18.
Member content
Education
By PSHE Association
PSHE Association welcomes DfE commitment on pupil mental health
The PSHE Association has welcomed an initiative launched by the Department for Education today to help schools to support pupils mental health.
Member content
Education
By AQA
Leading GCSE and A-level exam board launches first vocational qualifications
A suite of brand new vocational qualifications designed with the help of major employers including Microsoft and Siemens, has been unveiled today by leading exam board and education charity AQA.
Member content
Education
By AQA
AQA and Dame Kelly Holmes Trust call for teachers to nominate students for mentoring scheme
Education charity AQA and the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust are calling for teachers to nominate their students for Unlocking Potential, a unique mentoring scheme which pairs teenagers who have faced personal challenges with Team GB Olympians and elite athletes.
Member content
Education
By Guide Dogs
Guide Dogs creates new guidance for police officers to help guide dog owners
Guide dog owners whose dogs have been attacked will get support that is tailored to their needs thanks to new guidelines agreed between Guide Dogs and the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO).
Member content
Education
By PSHE Association
Regarding coverage of DfE position on teaching about sexual orientation in faith schools
Following yesterdays coverage of the Department for Educations position on teaching about sexual orientation and faith schools, it is worth clarifying that the Equality Act 2010 sets expectations on all schools, including faith schools, to promote equality.
EventsAll
Tackling Homelessness and Rough Sleeping: Developing a Local, Diverse and Multi-Agency Approach
2020
Central London
Tackling Homelessness and Rough Sleeping: Developing a Local, Diverse and Multi-Agency Approach
Social Mobility and the Pupil Premium: Tackling the Attainment Gap
2020
Central London
Social Mobility and the Pupil Premium: Tackling the Attainment Gap
Planning Policy Reforms Under the New Government
2020
Central London
Planning Policy Reforms Under the New Government
Meeting the Challenge of APP Targets: Boosting Student Access, Participation and Outcomes
2020
Central London
Meeting the Challenge of APP Targets: Boosting Student Access, Participation and Outcomes