by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The DfE recently published the second stage of their consultation for the review of post-16 qualifications at level 3 and below, which closes on 15 January 2021. It has now added a link to the first stage consultation response.
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The DWP has published its latest quarterly release of statistics on the number of sanctions imposed on people who receive Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA), Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) Work Related Activity Group (WRAG), Income Support (IS) and Universal Credit...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
Ofsted has published its second report in a series looking at the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic across the sectors it inspects and regulates, from early years and children’s social care, through to post 16 education. The briefing on further education and skills is...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The DfE has published statistics on young people’s transitions from education to work in England. The analysis describes students’ pathways through post-16 education and their transitions into work. It focuses on students who left education at level 3 or below...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The ESFA has published guidance about the arrangements for delivering industry placements through the Capacity and Delivery Fund (CDF) for the 2021 to 2022 academic year
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
A report, commissioned by the DfE, has been published to examine how England’s post-16 level 2 compared to that in other countries, and to offer insights into how other countries support progression in upper secondary level technical education.
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The DfE has launched a consultation seeking views on study and qualifications at level 2 and below for students aged 16 and above. This call for evidence is part of the review of post-16 qualifications at level 3 and below in England. The consultation closes on 31...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has published a case study booklet highlighting projects supported by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) 2014 – 2020 programme.
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
The Education Policy Institute (EPI) has published a report outlining its recommendations on how the government should approach GCSE and A level exams in England in 2021, including a back-up plan in the event that exams are cancelled again in the summer. The...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
Brighton & Hove City Council have been considering a youth action plan proposal to agree an action plan developed by young people in the city that would increase young people’s involvement in making decisions that affect them. The council has highlighted a local...
