…achieving at least five good GCSEs compared with a matched comparison group of similar students. Whilst this is encouraging, the evaluators noted that it wasn’t possible to make a causal…
A Fair Start? How working early with children in West Cornwall is breaking down barriers
…West Cornwall is one of the most economically deprived and under resourced communities in England. As a result of a systemic infrastructure failure to meet the needs of the families…
Two thirds of primary heads report insufficient catch-up funding
…part of their Teacher Voice Omnibus Survey, reveals the continuing funding challenges faced by schools as a result of the pandemic, as well as soaring energy costs. Overall, over half…
Celebrating a special partnership – 100 years of Brick Court Chambers
…and a further £150,00 for three other amazing charities (IntoUniversity, Advocate and the Access to Justice Foundation), it is safe to say we felt a combination of emotions. Incredible excitement…
New report examines apprenticeship outreach and offers employers tips on how to target and improve their work
…to provide practical advice to employers to improve take-up of apprenticeships for disadvantaged young people. New polling of 857 apprentices finds that many struggled to navigate the apprenticeship application process,…
One in three head teachers using funding for poorer pupils to plug general budget gaps
…the Sutton Trust today. The problem is particularly pronounced in primary schools, where 35% of senior leaders say they’re using their pupil premium funding in this way, compared with 28%…