Our latest research into the education workforce has shown that three in four school leaders are struggling to recruit teaching assistants (TAs).

A new study is warning that the Government’s plans for free childcare could struggle unless growth in early years staffing is reinvigorated.

NFER’s Co-Head of UK Policy and Practice, Jude Hillary has reacted to the news that the government will explore a new measurement of disadvantage for school pupils.

Our Chief Executive, Carole Willis, has given her reaction to the Government's Schools White Paper and the announcement of specialist SEND support in every school and community.

New analysis shows that growing time spent dealing with pupil behaviour and providing pastoral support plays a significant role in teachers choosing to leave the profession.  

A new NFER study has found that disadvantaged apprentices are significantly more likely to withdraw from their apprenticeship programmes, with the latest research showing how the consequences can be long-lasting.