NEWS
GCSE Results 2017: pass rates fall slightly following exam reforms
English literature pass-rates have declined by 2.5 percentage points to 72 per cent, following new, tougher exams.....read more
GCSE Results 2017: two-thirds of grade 9s awarded to girls
Two-thirds of girls have received the highest grade of 9 in the new, tougher GCSEs.....read more
GCSE Results 2017: science entries decline
The number of pupils entered for the combined science GCSE this year has fallen by 27.6 per cent.....read more
Reformed English GCSE could be putting pupils off reading
Changes to the new English Literature GCSE may be putting pupils off reading, research shows.....read more
Education and Skills Funding Agency has new CEO appointed
Eileen Milner has been appointed the new Chief Executive of the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA).....read more
FEATURES
Shopping for property services
Schools will be able to save money when buying property-related services through the Crown Commercial Service’s new estates framework. Education Business explains how it will work.....read more
Stationery: the core resource for schools
BESA’s Cleo Fatoorehchi examines how shifts in the education market are affecting the way stationery is purchased.....read more
EVENTS
EduTech 2017
6th-7th October 2017, Olympia, London
A New Education technology show opens at Olympia. EduTech is supported by NAHT, NAPE and media partners Education Technology, Independent Education Today, Academy Today magazines and media event supporters Education Business magazine. Edutech is designed for UK educational professionals and practitioners and aims to provide practical tips and guidance on how to get the best out of technology. The event is free to attend for Education professionals and practitioners. Pre-register to guarantee entry and to book your free seminar session.....read more
SPONSORS
Wesleyan Bank
How can Wesleyan Bank help your school achieve its technology ambitions? Whether you want to invest in gym, catering or other equipment or the latest ICT, we can support you and your budgets with flexible and competitive finance solutions helping you spread the cost over time.....read more
Garran Lockers
Garran Lockers is one of the UK’s fastest growing locker manufacturers. The company has over 50 years’ experience designing and manufacturing top quality steel lockers for catering and green keeping staff, emergency services, education and leisure facilities. Garran Lockers forms part of the Ice Locker Group.....read more
Strictly Education
When resources become stretched, our specialist advice and hands-on operational support will enable you to remain focused on teaching and learning. Currently over 2,000 schools, academies and MATs enjoy our support across the many services we deliver, including payroll, pensions, HR, finance, facilities management and technology.....read more
Office Outlet
20% off* at Office Outlet (code 301975) & 30% off** Print Centre services (code 301976). Free delivery on purchases over £50, within 10 miles of your nearest store. *Offer valid at any Office Outlet store until 30th September 2017. Offer not valid on warranties, stamps or DHL services. ** Offer not valid on extended print or crystals.....read more
Crystal Facilities Management
Crystal Facilities Management has invaluable experience in assisting the education sector with their building needs. Whether scheduled or reactive works, we take great care to understand the detail within the specifications and scope of works whilst delivering a planned and time efficient operation to fulfil the needs of every customer.....read more
The CREATE Education Project
The CREATE Education Project brings together game changing technology with inspirational content and creative minds. This collaborative platform is designed to provide FREE resources and support to help educators to introduce and embed 3D Printing technology in the classroom. These include professional development resources, lesson resources, project ideas and inspiration.....read more
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