Policy
The latest news, analysis and advice on government policy and legislation. Find a breakdown of new documentation, case studies from leaders and comment from high-profile educators
Wednesday
15th Jan 2025
The trust versus LA debate is a damaging distraction
Rather than arguing about school structures, we should be focusing on removing accountability levers that are preventing schools of all types from collaborating, argues Keziah Featherstone
Why the curriculum review must consider its international impact
Thousands of parents choose international schools delivering the English curriculum because of its quality and rigour – a reality that must not be overlooked, says Cobis CEO Colin Bell
Why rural schools’ catchment challenges are worse than you realise
Everyone knows rural schools have catchment issues – but do we really appreciate just how stark they are? Michael Tidd illuminates the issue
‘No urgency’ in DfE to tackle SEND ‘emergency’, MPs warn
The government needs to take urgent action to address the SEND crisis and explain how its vision for inclusive education will be achieved, says public spending watchdog
Tuesday
7th Jan 2025
Schools bill is ‘educational vandalism’, say Tories
The bill puts the benefits enjoyed by more than 20,000 teachers at risk, according to a Conservative Party analysis of ÌÇÐÄVlog MAT Tracker data
Schools can’t tackle pupil poverty on their own
The CEO of Endeavour Academies explains how his trust is harnessing the power of collective action to tackle the scourge of poverty that is the reality for many pupils in Middlesbrough