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Thursday
16th Jul 2026
DfE warns drop in pupil numbers will be sharper than expected
Primary school rolls are now predicted to shrink by almost half a million over five years, and the fall in secondary numbers will be twice as steep as previously forecast
Sats results 2026: 63% meet expected standard
The delayed national key stage 2 assessment results show attainment has improved or remained stable in all subjects compared with last year
DfE removes Penta as BSO inspectorate after critical Ofsted reports
Association of British Schools Overseas welcomes the decision that it says ensures the integrity of the government kitemark is protected
Dame Christine Gilbert to lead review into Sats failings
DfE announces review on the day that delayed key stage 2 Sats results are due to be released
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How Andy Burnham can take social media policy forward
NEU general secretary Daniel Kebede reflects on how a new prime minister can take on social media legislation and ensure it truly delivers for schools
Why we鈥檙e going to do PE every day
In many schools, PE only has a brief slot once a week, but this new school is putting physical activity front and centre to tackle pupils鈥� sedentary lifestyles 鈥� and boost academic outcomes
Can experts at hand really make a difference?
The government鈥檚 拢1.8bn plan to give mainstream schools expert support for inclusion is a key part of its SEND reforms. But leaders warn there are major obstacles in making the scheme a success
Wednesday
15th Jul 2026
How do exam grade boundaries work and what happens with appeals?
糖心Vlog explains the system of grading for exams in England and what can be done if marks do not appear to reflect students鈥� work
Academy Trust Handbook 2026: what鈥檚 new?
The DfE publishes its updated guidance for academy trusts 鈥� but gives trusts an extra month to implement the changes
5 ways schools should be using accessibility plans for students
Accessibility plans are often overlooked or poorly implemented, putting schools in breach of a legal duty to students, argues Hannah O鈥橞rien
The parent complaints issue is more nuanced than you think
A survey of more than 6,000 parents reveals that most have little interest in complaining to schools 鈥� but staff can do better when handling issues that arise, says the founder of the Parent Voice Project
Why heatwaves pose a hidden threat to schools
Rising summer temperatures don鈥檛 just make classrooms uncomfortable 鈥� they bring higher levels of pollution, which affect not only children鈥檚 health but also their capacity to learn, finds Katie Scott