Government provides schools with cost-savings ‘toolkit’
A new toolkit to help schools save money to ensure every pound possible is being spent in the classroom has been published by the Government. The School Resource Management Strategy provides schools with practical advice on how to reduce what it says is a £10 billion non-staffing spend spent across England last year. The Government […]
Do you provide Buildings & Furniture solutions to schools? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Education Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the education procurement market – and in September we’re focusing on Buildings & Furniture Solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help education buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
Education Forum places now extremely limited
Grab your place at this autumn’s Education Forum before it’s too late! It takes place on November 12th & 13th and will enable you to meet innovative and budget-saving suppliers who match your requirements. It’s FREE for you to attend – simply register here. As one of our VIP guests, you will also receive full hospitality […]
How can senior leaders keep teachers in the profession?
With more than 80% of teachers considering leaving the profession due to workload pressure, according to a recent National Education Union (NEU) report, reducing stress and encouraging greater work-life balance is key. Here, Caroline Cafferty, justteachers Operations Director, speaks with Dahlia Al-Sarraj, a teacher in a job share at Nessfield Primary School, about the need for senior leaders […]
London Grid for Learning rolls out anti-malware software for schools
The London Grid for Learning (LGfL) has started what it hopes will be the UK’s largest rollout of anti-malware software for schools. The not-for-profit trust, which provides high-speed uncontended broadband and associated services to schools, has signed a deal with anti-malware provider Malwarebytes which will see all schools on LGfL’s nationwide network provided with the […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: TG Escapes – Modular Eco Buildings for Schools
TG Escapes design bespoke modular eco buildings for schools and colleges that encourage environmental citizenship, outdoor learning, and help re-connect children with nature. Our fast modular process minimises disruption ensuring educational continuity and cost certainty. Every project starts with a FREE site visit and survey so we can understand your detailed requirements and provide one […]
£9,000 a year for university ‘not good value for money’, say students
Few students attending English and Welsh universities feel that £9,000 a year is good value for money when it comes to their degrees. A newly published YouGov Omnibus survey has revealed that only 13 per cent of students agreed that “the standard of education and the increased wages graduates earn mean English/Welsh university degrees are […]
BESA welcomes DfE’s educational technology stance
The British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA) says it will work with the Department for Education to deliver free software trials for schools and a series of best-practice regional ‘demonstrator’ roadshows over the coming academic year. BESA’s Director General, Caroline Wright, welcomed the Secretary of State for Education Damian Hinds’ announcement regarding schools’ use of educational […]
A-Level results 2018 – By the numbers
Students have picked up their A-Level results, with 26.4% gaining As and A*s – the largest proportion to do so since 2012. Overall, this year’s A Level results show: Maths continues to be the most popular subject at A Level, with the number of entries up 2.5% on last year – up 26.8% compared to […]
Learn and network your way to success at the Education Forum
This autumn’s Education Forum, which takes place on November 12th & 13th, will enable you to meet innovative and budget-saving suppliers who match your requirements. It’s FREE for you to attend – simply register here. As one of our VIP guests, you will also receive full hospitality – including overnight accommodation and an invitation to our […]