Teaching
Discover the latest trends, research, and best practices in teaching and learning. From curriculum updates and innovative classroom strategies to the role of technology in education, we provide actionable insights for teachers and school leaders to enhance student outcomes.
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Jul- 2025 -1 July
Language GCSE uptake lags behind in less affluent schools, report finds
Fewer than half of GCSE students in state schools across England study a modern foreign language (MFL), but the uptake is “significantly higher” in more affluent areas, according to a new report. According to the Language Trends England 2025 report from British Council, MFL GCSE uptake is more than 20%…
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Jun- 2025 -30 June
OGAT strike action to continue into July
National Education Union (NEU) members in fourteen Outwood Grange Academy (OGAT) secondary schools across the country will continue striking throughout July. The dispute is over an increase to workload created by a proposed extension to the school day, though ongoing talks are in place to find a resolution. ACAS talks…
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30 June
T Level uptake must rise to address skills gap, MPs warn
The government must do more to boost student enrolment in T Levels or risk the technical qualification remaining a “minority pursuit”, MPs have warned. It comes as a new report from Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) urges the Department for Education (DfE) to address the “significant challenges” facing the two-year…
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26 June
Teachers strike at Surbiton High School over ‘second class’ pay offer
Members of NASUWT-The Teachers’ Union at Surbiton High School are taking the first of three days of strike action today (26th June) over a pay award that is 45% lower than that given to state school teachers. The fee-paying school in the London borough of Kingston, Surrey, charges as much…
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26 June
Children’s writing enjoyment at lowest level since 2010, survey finds
Children and young people’s enjoyment of writing in their free time has dropped to its lowest level in 15 years, according to new research from the National Literacy Trust. The findings, which are based on responses from 114,970 pupils aged five to 18 in schools across the UK, show that…
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17 June
BDAT chair awarded OBE for services to education
Tessa Mason, chair of Bradford Diocesan Academies Trust (BDAT), has been recognised for her contributions to education with an Order of the British Empire (OBE). Mason has received the OBE for her “exceptional commitment and dedication to empowering the lives of young people” across Yorkshire and beyond. She began her…
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9 June
Teacher numbers fall as NAHT warns of ‘severe’ recruitment crisis
The number of teachers in England has fallen for the second year running, prompting the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) to raise fresh warnings about a worsening recruitment and retention crisis in schools. According to new government figures published on 9 June, the total number of teachers dropped to…
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5 June
ASN needs in Scotland deserve ‘fundamental rethink’, says NASUWT
The teaching union (NASUWT) has called for more government support when teaching those with additional needs in Scotland. According to the union, only 2% of teachers in Scotland say that the pupils they teach who have additional support needs (ASN) always receive the support they are entitled to. Over a…
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2 June
Anthem appoints David Hatchett as CEO
Anthem Schools Trust has announced the appointment of David Hatchett as its new chief executive officer, effective October 2025. Anthem said Hatchett will join the trust at a “pivotal time”, as it refines its strategic direction and continues to focus on securing high-quality educational outcomes for all pupils. He will…
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May- 2025 -30 May
Gov plans for children to be taught value of military at school
The government plans to teach UK school children the importance of the British military, according to The Telegraph. The outlet reports that it follows a key recommendation from the strategic defence review set to be published next week. It is thought that the Ministry of Defence will work closely with…
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