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Education catering specialist, Olive Dining, is urging the government to take immediate action to increase the Free School Meals (FSM) allowance by 89p per child in a letter to 10 Downing Street. Highlighting the essential role the FSM programme plays in safeguarding children’s health, educational attainment, and long-term outcomes, the …

Staff in schools make safeguarding decisions every day, often with limited time and incomplete information. Vital details about students are often recorded across multiple systems for safeguarding, medical needs, behaviour and attendance. However, because these systems operate separately, there is a risk that important information could be missed. To address …

Wilson Mason Architects has been appointed to deliver a heritage-led refurbishment of a computer laboratories facility set within London’s iconic University of Greenwich campus. Located within the Old Royal Naval College at Greenwich, the project will transform a first-floor teaching space within the Grade I listed King William Court. The …

National Book Tokens, in continued partnership with Read for Good, has launched its annual Schools Prize, inviting teachers, librarians, parents and communities to nominate schools to win funding to revitalise their libraries with new books. Now in its twelfth year, the campaign will award five major prizes of £1,000/€1,000 in …

Fresh Start in Education, the national, specialist education provider dedicated to re-engaging young people who are unable to access mainstream education, has launched a program of courses to help parents, schools and educators respond to behaviour with confidence, consistency and care. The STAND Behaviour Framework, which stands for Safety before …

Avantis Education, creators of ClassVR, the world’s leading virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) solution designed exclusively for education, has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation. Avantis is one of only 185 organisations nationally to be recognised with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in 2026. Announced …

Calling all educators! Daisy Education invites you to join their FREE online International Reading Conference, taking place on 9th, 10th and 11th June 2026. Are you looking to deepen your understanding of evidence-based reading strategies, explore innovative ways to raise attainment, and inspire reading for pleasure, learning and life? Secure …

Three-quarters (75%) of UK teachers, teaching assistants and support staff are unaware of any Martyn’s Law preparations taking place within their school, according to new research* from Little Green Button, as the Government publishes new statutory guidance on the Act. The findings reveal a significant awareness gap across the education …

For schools across the UK, the weeks after Easter and before GCSE exams often reveal an uncomfortable reality. Attendance patterns shift, behaviour changes, and some pupils who seemed stable earlier in the year begin to disengage. As students approach the transition from Key Stage 4 to Key Stage 5, these …

Managing and sustaining learning devices can become increasingly complex. From accessibility and maintenance to energy efficiency and environmental impact. In this Q&A, LapSafe® shares insights on how schools can navigate classroom technology more efficiently, with a focus on sustainability, smart charging, and best practices in device management. Q: Technology is …