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What does Neet stand for and why does the UK have so many?
Ministers want to tackle the high number of young people not in education, employment or training.
Schools to offer technical subjects to pupils from age 14 in England, Burnham says
The government wants pupils to take courses like AI and manufacturing which are linked to local jobs.
Burnham bounce: Labour overtakes Reform in polls – The Latest
Labour has overtaken Reform UK this week for the first time since March last year, according to polls. The ‘Burnham bounce’ comes two weeks into Andy Burnham’s tenure in No 10, during which he has...
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Young people ‘expected’ to engage with new work support, says McFadden
Exclusive: Work and pensions secretary echoes Andy Burnham as he announces funds to stop families in England losing benefits UK politics live – latest updates Young people will be expected to...
Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home
Thousands more young people will be able to gain the skills, qualifications and experience they need for future careers, as the government today rolls out a major package to break down barriers...
Can Burnham's vision for Manchester's schools really work for the rest of England?
The prime minister's plans for technical education have their roots in the Manchester Baccalaureate.
National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™
The 2026 UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™ has officially recognised National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) within the top 50 within the medium-sized organisation category. NDNA’s Menopause Matters...
Burnham to tell schools in England to adapt teaching to local business needs
PM wants curriculums for students aged 14 and above to be more responsive to local jobs market Andy Burnham will tell schools across England to adapt their curriculums to the needs of local...
New York school district halts plan to use humanoid robot amid backlash
Salamanca City Central says it is pausing project with Realbotix as it addresses concerns including data privacy A New York school district has walked back plans to introduce a humanoid robot at its...
White paint, trees or air con? What parents and teachers can do to cool UK’s overheating schools
Reform UK levy on employing overseas staff ‘would harm NHS and social care’
Is Burnham’s Oxbridge-heavy cabinet a sign of social mobility or lack of progress on class?
What a week's work experience taught these Year 10s about their futures
CJP protest: The youth movement India's Modi didn't see coming
Five ways to make the most of the summer holidays with kids
Maths Champions programme shortlisted for two Children & Young People Now Awards 2026
Rochdale MP Paul Waugh replaces Minister Olivia Bailey
DfE Update 22 July 2026
Lucy Powell appointed new Education Secretary
Safer Sleep in Early Years Settings Q&A
The Guardian view on humanities cuts in universities: academic departments are more than cost centres | Editorial
Revised direction issued to Sandwell Council: 2019
Revised direction issued to Herefordshire Council: February 2025
Newsflash – Updated EYFS frameworks come into force 1 September 2026
6 Education Insights: Lessons From This Year
Children’s health further protected with energy drinks ban
The federal government isn’t America’s only authoritarian institution | Jan-Werner Müller
How we’re making sure your child is safe in nursery
Hundreds more schools to save on bills as government solar drive slashes millions off energy costs
What is a Lifelong Guardianship Ceremony and how does it work
DfE Update 15 July 2026
Letter to accounting officers in academy trusts: 15 July 2026
New EYFS from September includes new safer sleeping and recruitment measures
Better engagement from schools needed to maintain children’s development
Millions of unpaid carers to get recognition and earlier support
Free school meal pupils falling further behind their peers, report warns
Top Management Information System Platforms
Newsflash – Reminder: early education partnerships – applications close on Friday 17 July
At last, a proper excuse for monoglots to learn another language: it helps keep your brain young | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
‘Children were calling for their mummies’: UK pupils struggle in 40C-plus classrooms
Have your say: Education otherwise than at school -consultation
Notice to improve: Hull Collaborative Academy Trust
Notice to improve: Changing Lives Learning Trust
Newsflash – Working or volunteering in regulated activity with children
What is the School Support Staff Negotiating Body, and what does it mean for schools and staff?
Latest Ofsted statistics: PVI nurseries are high quality and delivering more places
School suspensions fall in England for the first time since Covid
HE Access and Participation Task and Finish Group and Minister for Skills: correspondence
Plan to track progress on lifting 550,000 children out of poverty published
Directions issued to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council: April 2022
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