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Sexual harm is rising in schools - but is there enough resource to tackle it?
As a ÌÇÐÄVlog investigation highlights the increase in sexual violence and sexual harassment in schools, experts call for more training and support to respond to the problem
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Johnson: No guarantee on school reopening date
Prime minister insists schools are safe, but does not guarantee all will reopen for in-person teaching on 18 January
Coronavirus ‘set back’ efforts to close attainment gap
Some students who got into university as a result of cancellation of exams may have been better served by HNs at college, says report
ÌÇÐÄVlog FE people of the year: Alana Pignatiello
The make-up lecturer turned her face into that of Boris Johnson and the Queen – and showed the level of skills in FE teaching and remote delivery
2020: A whistle-stop tour of the year in FE
The year started off positively for FE with promises of funding and extra resources – but quickly went downhill from here. Here, one teacher reflects on the year
New Year’s Honours: FE and skills sector recognised
College principals and chairs, as well as representatives of the wider further education sector, are among those recognised in the New Year's Honours list
ÌÇÐÄVlog FE people of the year: Sandra ThomsonÂ
College lecturer Sandra Thomson ensured she and others could support the NHS by making thousands of scrubs for health workers
Five family-friendly New Year’s Eve games
Whether you find yourself inside with your household or joining a virtual party this New Year's Eve, these five games are guaranteed to bring joy
Why leaders urgently need a clear decision on reopening
As rumours spread about delays to the start of term, the Association of Colleges' David Hughes reflects on what it could mean for colleges
ÌÇÐÄVlog FE people of the year: Pete Roberts
At the beginning of 2020, this college lecturer bravely shared his story of suffering with harm OCD with the world
What are college leaders’ wishes for 2021?
Normality, collaboration and recognition from those in power: college leaders share their wishes for the new year
ÌÇÐÄVlog FE people of the year: Sam Parrett
Sam Parrett has led FE Foodbank Friday to raise almost £50,000 – and helped thousands of disadvantaged people
What will 2021 bring for FE colleges?
In his yearly round-up, AoC leader David Hughes reflects on how colleges have risen to the challenge in the Covid crisis
ÌÇÐÄVlog FE people of the year: The membership organisations
It's been tough for FE staff and students – but, no matter the challenge, membership organisations have had their backs
ÌÇÐÄVlog FE people of the year: Musthag Kahin
Meet Musthag Kahin, one of thousands of nursing apprentices who stepped up to the Covid front line
‘We forgot Gavin!’- Home Alone, the education version
Jonathan Simons puts an education spin on a classic Christmas film – with Gavin Williamson stuck alone in No 10...
Exclusive: Schools decision expected after Christmas
Crunch meeting with DfE and PM scheduled for today is postponed as pressure mounts to reveal plans for start of term
7 ways to mention ‘and colleges’ this Christmas
It has become a catchphrase for many this year. Eddie Playfair lists all the ways you can shoehorn 'and colleges' into Christmas conversations
DfE still wants colleges to roll-out testing in January
Government says it is 'encouraging' colleges to introduce mass Covid testing from the first week of term
Why we’re providing free Christmas meals for students
Disadvantaged students at Southwark College will get a one-off payment for food over Christmas, says CEO Liz Bromley
2020: 10 songs that sum up this year in education
From David Bowie's Heroes to Avril Lavigne's Complicated, Ian Pryce presents his soundtrack to 2020
FE White Paper now expected in early January 2021
The long-awaited FE White Paper had originally been expected in the autumn but will now be published next year
Covid testing: AoC urges leaders not to feel pressured
College leaders should not feel they have to give up holiday to prepare for mass testing, says Association of Colleges
10 books to buy teachers this Christmas
The safest gift choice is often found on a bookshelf, says Jonny Kay as he pulls together a cracker of a top 10 list
Adult education needs a revolution, say MPs
Committee calls on the government to revolutionise adult education with a community learning centre in every town