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It’s not just about English and maths

Paul Joyce explains what Ofsted inspectors are looking for from traineeships — beyond high quality English and maths provision....

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Approaching vocational learning like a craftsman

Professor Bill Lucas reflects on the findings of City & Guilds research into craftsmanship, and what lessons can be...

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Proud to be England’s first learning city

The recently elected mayor of Bristol explains the key role he hopes FE can play in his plans to...

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My Brexit fears for apprenticeships

Shadow Skills Minister Gordon Marsden reflects on his fears for the future of apprenticeships if Britain pulls out of...

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Bigger can be better

Bexley College, Bromley College and Greenwich College are merging from August 1. Sam Parrett, who will lead the new...

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Colleges are failing factories in the North

Daniel Chamier, who runs a bag manufacturing firm, explains why he thinks local colleges are failing to train the...

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Changing perceptions on mental health

Gareth Parry has depression, which hasn’t stopped him from rising to the top of his organisation. He explains here...

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After the levy: adapting to an employer-led landscape

Andrew Cleaves looks ahead to a post-apprenticeship levy environment, where he says colleges will have to tailor their training...

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The apprenticeship levy is a real opportunity for the whole FE sector

David Allison discusses the effects of the apprenticeship levy on business agendas and the challenge employers face in finding...

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