…since last year. 67% of those from the most deprived areas of the country have worked during term this year, compared to 59% in the least deprived areas. They also…
Teachers report growing numbers of hungry, cold and tired pupils
…linked to living costs this autumn term. Despite calls to widen access to Free School Meals from the 22.5% of pupils currently eligible, the government declined to do so in…
Sutton Trust comment on new Key Stage 4 data
Commenting on data on Key Stage 4 performance released today, Sir Peter Lampl, founder and Chairman of the Sutton Trust and Chairman of the Education Endowment Foundation, said: “Today’s results…
Sutton Trust comment on GCSE Results Day 2022
…year. In contrast, at grammar schools the number fell from 69% to 66%, and at comprehensives from 26% to 23%. This means the gap between independent schools and comprehensives has…
Building back better, what can the education sector learn from the pandemic?
…of education to boost social mobility. But education alone cannot be expected to solve issues stemming from deep-rooted structural inequalities in society – an issue which has come up throughout…
How should further education and apprenticeships change post pandemic?
…out during 2021. Vocational training routes, from further education (FE) to apprenticeships, are often overlooked in the UK – especially in comparison to higher education (HE). These options are too…