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NEWS

COVID-19 recession could boost teacher numbers

Covid-19 could reduce teacher recruitment shortages by between 20 and 40 per cent each year over the next two years, as more graduates enter the profession because it is considered 'safe' in times of recession.....read more

BT offers free internet access for disadvantaged children

BT is working with the Department for Education (DfE) to provide in-need families with six months free access to the internet so children can access resources for remote learning.....read more

Over half of children suffer from educational anxiety

School-related stress affects over half of children (61%), and the current pandemic is causing a similar amount (58%) to worry about returning to school.....read more

Further EdTech demonstrator schools announced

Another 18 schools and colleges have successfully applied to become EdTech demonstrators.....read more

DfE extends free school meals voucher scheme over summer holidays

The Department for Education has said it will continue the free school meals voucher scheme over the summer for eligible pupils.....read more

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