News

Ofsted watch: Grade 3 confirmed for London’s mega-college

One of the largest college group’s in England had its grade three from Ofsted confirmed, in what was otherwise...

Fraser Whieldon
Fraser Whieldon
Bulletin, Movers and Shakers

MOVERS AND SHAKERS: EDITION 309

Your weekly guide to who’s new and who’s leaving. Martin Tucker, Principal, Truro and Penwith College Start date: September 2020...

Fraser Whieldon
Fraser Whieldon
Opinion

Popularity of vocational training in UK not reflected in funding

School leavers are favouring a vocational qualification over a more academic path, yet not enough cash is there for...

Fraser Whieldon
Sam Tuckett
News

Controversial MBAs prove a hit in Whitehall departments

Whitehall is lapping up the MBA apprenticeship that the education secretary Gavin Williamson is “unconvinced” provides value for money,...

Fraser Whieldon
Fraser Whieldon
News

T-levels ‘uniquely narrow’ compared to technical courses in high performing countries, claims think tank

A review into the “uniquely narrow and short” technical courses in England has been called for ahead of the...

Fraser Whieldon
Fraser Whieldon
Opinion

Working together to create a sustainable apprenticeship system that unlocks talent, and supports businesses and the economy

A long-term vision for apprenticeships, the report from the Independent Apprenticeship Policy Group, sponsored by Pearson, was launched at...

Fraser Whieldon
Neil Carmichael
News

Further calls to target apprenticeship funding at the industrial strategy

Apprenticeship funding should be targeted at skills which fit the UK’s industrial strategy to combat growing pressures on the...

Fraser Whieldon
Fraser Whieldon
News

Restrict access to degree apprenticeship funding for adults, says shadow skills minister

Degree apprenticeships should only be fully-funded for people aged under 25, those without a first degree and in sectors...

Fraser Whieldon
Fraser Whieldon
News

Lack of levy funding for small employers debated in Parliament

A chair of a leading small business lobbying organisation has thrown cold water on hopes of a boost for...

Fraser Whieldon
Fraser Whieldon