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Join the educational extravaganza: Festival of Education returns

The final countdown has commenced for the 13th Festival of Education, with keynotes from Eddie Izzard, Amanda Spielman, Paul Kirschner, Chris Packham and many more.

AI-powered CareersPro platform launched to support careers guidance

Complementing the growth of Learning Curve Group’s existing Ed-Tech solutions, CareersPro is designed to provide individuals, young or old, with the tools and resources to make informed choices about their education and career paths. This platform harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to deliver personalised recommendations, guidance, and costings that are tailored to each individual’s […]

Seismic changes to post-16 qualifications landscape

Post-16 level 3 vocational qualifications in England are currently undergoing major reform. The post-16 education landscape from September 2025 will look significantly different to the current one. OCR’s article summarises what it means for teachers and post-16 level 3 vocational curriculums.

Join us at the Skills and Education Group Conference 2023 – a highlight of the further education and skills calendar

After a successful 110-year anniversary event last year, the Skills and Education Group Conference takes place again on 23 May 2023. This annual event is a highlight of the further education and skills calendar. It offers staff from the sector the chance to get inspired by keynote speakers, learn from experts in the sector, and […]

Five ways to take your teaching career to the next level with Advanced Teacher Status

How have ATS alumni benefitted from taking part in the programme?

How cloud migration can increase colleges’ data security: protecting the people that matter most

Recent cyber-attacks on colleges have resulted in the loss of important data, putting students and staff at risk. Moving to secure cloud systems provides the security needed to give colleges peace of mind and save money says Marcus Blackburn, Operations Director at Civica Education. In recent years, we’ve seen a spate of high-profile cyber-attacks on […]

SkillBuild 2023 – why you should enter your learners as huge demand for construction skills remain

The largest and longest-running construction skills competition in the UK returns, with registration now open for SkillBuild 2023.. The SkillBuild competition is delivered by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and offers an opportunity for talented apprentices and learners of all ages to compete regionally against one another in various trade categories. Prospective competitors can […]

The Power of SQA Advanced Qualifications

With entry to university being increasingly competitive and the financial crisis biting hard, SQA Advanced Qualifications could be the perfect addition to your portfolio. Developed in partnership with colleges, universities and industry, SQA Advanced Qualifications are globally recognised, short-cycle higher education certificates and diplomas. The education pathways enable students to develop the skills, knowledge and […]

Why apprenticeships can be key to supporting learners with SEND into employment

We need to better understand potential barriers if we are to attract more apprentices with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), explains Suzanne Slater, Director of Operations for Apprenticeships at the educational charity and leader in vocational and technical learning NCFE. When it comes to providing opportunities for learners with SEND to find jobs, as […]