Megan Dixon, Director of Aspirer Research School, introduces the EEF’s early literacy guidance report and explains how the small stuff can make the biggest difference when it comes to learning…
Can macro policies solve educational challenges?
…had in my decision to study medicine. I have always had an avid interest in widening participation at university for students from disadvantaged backgrounds like myself. In May, I represented…
Five favourite facts
…Development Group which has just commissioned a new access toolkit for Scotland. One thing that surprised me on first engaging with the Scottish debate was the dearth of data compared…
Teens from East Midlands least likely to go on to leading unis
…visiting the campus, trying out new academic subjects, meeting new people from across the region, and developing essential life skills such as presentation and communication. Capital One has been committed…
Summer School Success
…research comparing baseline to exit surveys. The data from this research has reconfirmed that the programme continues to have a positive impact. In particular, the findings show that the programme…
Pupils miss out on life skills
…of computers in household, whether the family owns a vehicle). Of the total number of 11-16 year olds interviewed, 1,449 were determined to come from ‘high’ affluence backgrounds and 220…