12th January 2017
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HEADLINE NEWS

Timpson announces funding for SEND reform

A package to support embedding the reforms made to the system of support for children with special educational needs has been announced by Minister for Vulnerable Children and Families, Edward Timpson.....read more


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NEWS

Barnado's survey shows children want compulsory sex education classes

A survey by a national children’s charity Barnardo’s has shown that almost three quarters of teenagers want all schools to have lessons on sex and relationships (SRE).....read more

New OFSTED chief criticised for Grammar School comments

New head of OFSTED Amanda Spielman has come under criticism from the Government for labelling its Grammar schools policy a "distraction" and a “complication”.....read more

Controversial Children and Social Work Bill debated today

The Children and Social Work Bill, which would allow councils to opt out of key legal duties to children, is being debated in the House of Commons today.....read more

£50m childcare grant scheme announced

Education Secretary Justine Greening has announced a £50 million grant scheme to provide thousands of new childcare places.....read more

FEATURES

Inspiring the next generation of inventors

Education Business caught up with Zach Shelby, CEO of the Micro:bit Educational Foundation, to find out more about how it plans to build on the BBC’s work to break down barriers to technology.....read more

Bett 2017 is just around the corner

With thousands of exhibitors and hundreds of speakers to choose from, here are some highlights to help you plan your visit to Bett 2017......read more

SPONSORS

Avocor

Avocor designs, develops and manufactures market leading technology solutions designed for education. With unique to market features such as InGlass touch and embedded Windows 10 PC, we have created a panel range which offers a true tablet-like experience on a large format display, all at an affordable price......read more

The Nationwide Hygiene Group

The Nationwide Hygiene Group has supplied and serviced the UK and Irish markets since 1986. Their structure is very different from their competitors - every one of their 35 nationwide branches are managed and operated by Nationwide group shareholders and more importantly, local-to-you, specialist cleaning and hygiene supplies professionals.....read more

British Gas

Enter Generation Green Smarter Power competition now- There’s a £50,000 energy makeover up for grabs for the winning school and a trip to the Science museum for the top pupil, with many more regional prizes on offer! Competition closing date is 5pm 12th January 2017.....read more

Fordingbridge

Our range of canopies and walkways are the ideal solution for maximising education environments. With over 50 years experience, Fordingbridge are passionate about helping schools transform under-utilised spaces into valuable and weather protected outdoor learning, dining and social areas. We provide the in-house expertise and understanding to provide you with durable, proven and inspiring solution.....read more

Scotts of Thrapston Ltd

Scotts Education Buildings offer schools and nurseries a quick, cost effective and high quality permanent solution to increased space demand. Scotts has given careful consideration to the specification and design of their classrooms and educational buildings, to create modern learning spaces that meet your budget.....read more

Langley

Langley is the leading provider of roofing and waterproofing solutions to the education sector, which is why we know that a great school roof is about more than materials and labour.  It’s about the technical expertise and experience that comes from supporting this sector. To learn why ‘more goes into a Langley roof’ visit our website.


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