…of national exams this summer, back on for the first time since 2019. But students sitting them have been through over two years of disruption, going far beyond the periods…
Balancing options: making further and vocational education a real choice post-16
…these groups did not understand the content and pathways available to those completing Level 4s and 5s, compared to young people completing a traditional university degree. There were also concerns…
Feeling the squeeze? Catch-up and cost of living crisis impacting schools
It has been a difficult few years for schools. From the closures and exam cancellations of the last two years, to the ongoing disruption of staff and pupil absence this…
Time for change in the classroom? Options for teacher retention, exams and the curriculum post-pandemic
…previously highlighted by the Trust, a radical abolition of national examinations is unlikely to be in the best interest of students. Interviewees suggested improvements to how students (particularly those from…
The continuing digital divide
…may be cramped and facilities like communal workspaces may have poor quality resources (such as computers). If blended learning is to become a permanent fixture at universities, such issues will…
Employer perspective: degree apprenticeships
…work. Students also complete formal training while studying towards professional qualifications providing them with a head start in their career, supported by PwC throughout. Our apprentices earn a competitive salary,…