The government will retain the 50 per cent cap on faith admissions for free schools, but will make it easier for faith groups to open new voluntary-aided faith schools to meet local demand.
The government has announced over £25 million worth of contracts to improve training for school staff in dealing with pupils with additional needs, as well as provide additional support and advice for families.
Education Secretary Damian Hinds has announced a £50 million fund to expand the number of places at existing good or outstanding selective schools, alongside measures to make them more accessible to disadvantaged pupils.
A study from the exams regulator Ofqual has shown that students studying reformed biology have stronger practical skills than those who took the pre-reform qualification.
Fit For Sport has revealed that 79 per cent of pupils measured through their Healthy Active Schools System (HASS) are failing to meet the recommended fitness levels for their age.
Commenting on the Education Committee's reponse to the Green Paper on children's mental health, the Youth Sports Trust has said it is disappointing to see little reference to the link between physical activity, play and sport on mental health
The Government's proposed Green Paper on transforming children and young people's mental health lacks ambition, say the Education and Health and Social Care Committees in a joint report.