The Education Policy Institute also calls for a longer school day and summer activities.
Tag: Education
Parents question fairness of Scottish exam assessments
Connect has warned schools are taking “different approaches” across the country due to the pandemic.
Tommy Mallet: ‘I don’t read emails longer than five words’
The Only Way Is Essex star Tommy Mallet opens up about the challenges he has faced with literacy and dyslexia.
Girls’ education one of the smartest post-Covid investments, says PM
The PM urges more support for girls’ education in poor countries – but faces criticism over aid cuts.
Concerns over impartiality of school abuse review
Ofsted cannot conduct an impartial review into allegations of sex abuse in schools, a teaching union says.
Universities could face fines over free speech breaches
Universities in England could face fines if they fail to protect free speech on campus under new legislation.
Queen’s Speech: Boris Johnson promises post-Covid skills overhaul
Adults will be offered “lifelong” training loans under measures being announced in the Queen’s Speech.
Conversion therapy ban: Campaigners dismayed over delay
Campaigners are dismayed as the government announces a consultation before the practice is banned.
‘I can’t read or write, but I can cook’
Professionals tell the BBC what it is like to struggle with reading and writing while at work.
Face masks no longer required in classrooms
Face coverings will not be needed in England’s secondary classrooms from 17 May, says the prime minister.
NYC snow days: Dismay as school snow days cancelled
Dismay from parents, students and teachers as authorities say students can keep learning from home.
Cambridge University: Caesarean Sunday gathering ‘slap in the face’
Hundreds of students gathered on Jesus Green for a “Caesarean Sunday” celebration.