EB Awards

The shortlist for the 2026 Education Business Awards has been unveiled, shining a spotlight on the outstanding achievements and dedication of schools and academies across the UK.

Co founders Evelina Girling and Doni Fierro

Youth charity The King’s Trust is partnering with the London Cabaret Club to launch a new programme designed to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds who want to work in the entertainment industry. 

Swimming pool

The Scottish Government is rolling out a National Primary School Swimming Framework, a universal offer to primary aged children to learn to swim alongside learning vital water safety skills.

Adam Sproston, Ofsted

Senior HM Inspector Adam Sproston will discuss the inspectorate’s approach to SEND and inclusion at Education Business LIVE in March.

School children with notebooks

Children’s charity Youth Sport Trust has awarded the first Well School accreditations, recognising schools that are prioritising pupil and staff wellbeing alongside academic performance as a measure of success.

Social media on phone

The government has launched a major new consultation to gain views on how to keep children safe online across social media, AI chatbots and gaming platforms.

AI

LGfL-The National Grid for Learning has launched a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Toolkit to help schools across the UK develop clear approaches to AI that put safeguarding at the forefront.

Kevan Collins

Sir Kevan Collins has been appointed as Delivery Adviser to Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, to support the delivery of the schools White Paper, with a focus on SEND reform and local authority engagement.

Computer

The Education Select Committee has launched a new inquiry examining the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and EdTech in education.

Electric

The government has announced that the electric vehicle charge point grant for schools will be extended for another year.

Food

According to a new poll, there is overwhelming public support for more food education in England’s schools, yet stark inequalities in who actually receives it.

Figet toys

The government has outlined plans requiring SEND children with less complex needs to have an individual support plan (ISPs).

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