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NEWS

New guidance for parents on schools reopening from June

The guidance confirms that parents will not be fined for non-attendance, but that the DfE "strongly encourages" children and young people in the eligible year group to attend.....read more

National School Sport Week at Home launched

With millions of young people set to miss out on a school sport day, the Youth Sport Trust has launched National School Sport Week at Home.....read more

Open University course to help educators with distance teaching

The Open University has developed an online teaching microcredential to equip those teaching in a higher or further education setting with the practical skills to create online course.....read more

Wales unveils plan to support education for over-16s

The Welsh Government has released a plan to support those in over-16 education, including further and higher education, as well as the education providers.....read more

£37 million to support families with SEND children

Families with SEND children will benefit from grants to buy equipment to make their lives easier while implementing social distancing measures, including computers, specialist equipment and educational toys.....read more

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