18 September 2024
Further Education teachers paid 23 per cent less than peers across the education sector, says new report
Our new research has shown that teachers in Further Education (FE) colleges may earn nearly a quarter less than teachers in schools.
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18 September 2024
National Reference Test dates announced for 2025
The dates of the annual National Reference Test (NRT) have been announced by Ofqual. It will be held between 24 February and 07 March 2025.
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10 September 2024
Report suggests 12 million people work in ‘high-risk' occupations which are projected to decline over the next decade
The fifth working paper from our Skills Imperative 2025 research programme adds that over one million jobs could be lost from ‘high-risk’ occupations and discusses the opportunities and challenges facing those who need to find work in growing occupations.
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03 September 2024
New research to provide insights on the impact of free schools
NFER and Manchester Metropolitan University have been awarded funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to conduct new research looking at the extent to which free schools might improve outcomes, particularly for those living in economically deprived areas.
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02 September 2024
New interactive online assessments tool aims to support Key Stage 2 pupils’ reading and maths progress
Schools can now benefit from a new online assessment product for Key Stage 2 reading and maths, which is designed to help teachers save time and engage pupils effectively.
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