The closure of schools as a result of preventative measures following the outbreak of coronavirus has affected thousands of children across the UK, and many students and parents have been worried about the uncertainty this will bring to pupils’ education. Today, Ofqual – the exams regulator – has released details …
Read More »Ofqual unveils GCSE and A level awarding details
Ofqual has now set out details for schools, colleges, students, parents & carers on how GCSEs and A levels will be awarded following the cancellation of this year’s exams. For this summer’s awards, schools and colleges are being asked to provide centre assessment grades for their students. These should be …
Read More »Free education resources from Disney’s popular West End musicals available to download
Disney Theatrical Productions is to offer free downloadable creative activities for educators and parents from their West End shows of The Lion King, Mary Poppins, Frozen and Aladdin. This collection of fun and educational resources for schools and home learning is available to download here now. From costume making and …
Read More »BBC “to deliver biggest push on education in its history”
The BBC has unveiled its biggest push on education in its history – ensuring that every child in the UK has the opportunity to continue to follow the appropriate core parts of their nation’s school curriculum in these challenging times. Whether complementing what schools are providing remotely, or as a …
Read More »Free safeguarding software launched in response to school closures
School safeguarding provider Impero has launched Impero Back:drop, a free digital safeguarding tool, designed to simplify the recording and management of pupil wellbeing. The cloud-based system enables remote safeguarding, ensuring that reporting, access and analysis can continue as schools across the UK close in response to COVID-19. The software has …
Read More »Commitment from Govia Thameslink to Increase Diversity in Rail Sector
Govia Thameslink – the UK’s largest rail company – announced in March that they would be launching a recruitment campaign designed to increase diversity on UK railways. This exciting announcement coincided with National Apprenticeship & Careers Week and GTR will be offering 300 apprenticeships across a wide range of roles. …
Read More »Things you didn’t know about Laminate flooring
Laminate flooring is required for households as it offers a comforting surface without compromising the looks. It is an affordable and durable flooring option among homeowners. Laminate flooring is favorable as it offers the DIY application and under the feet, it is a luxury. There are various details of laminate …
Read More »5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Choosing a College
As a prospective student, choosing a college can be a daunting challenge due to the numerous criteria you have to consider thoroughly in order to be confident with your choice. Many interrelated aspects determine how your experience is going to be at an academic, personal and professional level. Even students …
Read More »Free safeguarding software and support during national emergency
In light of the COVID-19 national emergency and the resulting fact that students are having to work from home, leading safeguarding provider One Team Logic is offering all schools free usage of its MyConcern software. The unprecedented school closures and social distancing measures in place across the UK, are leading …
Read More »EduCare make a number of courses free in response to school closures
The impact of Coronavirus is affecting people in many ways. Duty of care and safeguarding training specialists, EduCare, recognise the impact that school closures will have on the safeguarding of children and young people, and have made a number of their courses and resources available for free online. The courses …
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