Ofsted has published the findings from phase 2 of its independent review of teachers’ professional development in schools.

Four in five teachers said that the parents of the children they teach find it difficult to encourage their children to read at home.

The Association of Mental Health in Education is hosting conferences in Leeds, Peterborough and Newcastle to help mental health leads in schools to come together to learn, develop and hear good practice.

The Education Committee has released a report on teacher recruitment and retention, and has made a number of recommendations for government.

Over 20 million additional meals have been served since the rollout of universal free meals to all primary pupils in Wales began in September 2022.

The Food Foundation has found that prices of healthy options have risen by up to 9 per cent over the last six months in four out of five major retailers, despite a slowing in food price inflation.

Sex education in primary schools is to be limited to those aged nine and over, according to leaked information from the government. 

New analysis by children’s charity the Youth Sport Trust places an economic value on the critical importance of free-to-access school sport and physical activity for a child’s mental wellbeing for the first time.

Research finds that while increasing pay could make a difference, there are other financial and non-financial measures that could improve retention.

DfE statistics show the take up of senior mental health lead training grants has increased to 70% (16,700) of eligible schools and colleges as of March 2024, up from 58% (13,800) last year.

Improving mental health support in schools is the top priority for young people at the next election, a new three-year study has revealed.

The shortlist has been revealed for the 2024 Education Business Awards, which celebrate the outstanding achievements and commitment of schools and academies.

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