NEETs We’re tackling NEET numbers by analysing pupil data early By identifying pupils at risk while they’re at school we can be ready to support them when they arrive… Jessica Hill 14h Christine Ricketts 14h Colleges Pink hard hats won’t fix the pipeline problem A welding torch photo-op can’t undo decades of gendered expectations, but change is possible with some joined-up thinking Jessica Hill 2d Dr Raychel Robinson 2d Ofsted Ofsted takes inclusion more seriously and so should we The inspectorate’s framework challenges colleges to prove a commitment to inclusion – which means understanding the breadth and depth… Jessica Hill 3d Aimey Adamson 3d Colleges Duty of care law may start in HE but its effects will impact us too FE isn’t the focus of MPs’ debates, but tougher rules to protect students will arrive via the Office for… Jessica Hill 4d Sunita Gordon 4d Apprenticeships Accidental bosses risk undermining youth guarantee The CMI is calling on ministers to support training that professionalises management – it’s crucial for the support of… Jessica Hill 5d Petra Wilton 5d Ofsted Inspections: What we now know following Ofsted’s first visits Be guided by the toolkit, get ready for scrutiny of inclusion, safeguarding and careers, and showcase strong governance Jessica Hill 7d Kerry Boffey 7d The Staffroom – opinion English and maths resits keep sucking the life out of students The real-world approach of vocational subjects allows learners to thrive – but English and maths sticks with a… Jessica Hill 7d Luke Denny 7d NEETs Gulf between Leeds and Bradford proves need for place-based fixes As Leeds races ahead, young people in neighbouring Bradford have fewer opportunities. Will the DWP-led skills agenda dismantle the… Jessica Hill 1w Chris Webb 1w Skills England Without real teeth, Skills England risks drifting off course It has a capable chair and a credible start. But unless ministers give it teeth, funding and genuine… Jessica Hill 1w John Cope 1w The Staffroom – opinion I’m squinting at the future but my vision remains out of focus We teachers need to admit we don’t know what upheaval AI will unleash – will the subjects that we… Jessica Hill 1w David Murray 1w Colleges Leader wellbeing is central to the success of our college students Technical CPD alone won’t sustain a workforce navigating funding pressures, safeguarding complexities and rising SEND. Colleges must rebuild leadership… Jessica Hill 2w Dr Sam Parrett and Andy Wolfe 2w Opinion Post-16 reforms could worsen the NEET problem, not solve it ITPs provide courses that work for students who have struggled in education – they must be protected in the… Jessica Hill 2w Stuart Allen 2w 1 2 3 4 5 6 256 Older