Opinion

Positive trends hide serious 16-19 challenges for the new government

EPI’s new report reveals concerning trends below a broadly positive headline. But are the new government’s proposals equal to…

JL Dutaut
Sam Tuckett
Creative industries

Labour must seize the opportunity to revitalise creative FE

As policymakers across the UK adjust to the new political landscape following the general election, there is a desire…

JL Dutaut
Heather Carey and Lesley Giles
Politics, T Levels

Labour must keep choice at the heart of post-16 pathways

Having a choice of technical education options, including T Levels, is the best way to create a system that…

Shane Chowen
Laura-Jane Rawlings
T Levels

Nobody benefits from endlessly delaying level 3 reform

A ‘pause and review’ can’t be an excuse to change direction again. Here are four ways to make sure…

JL Dutaut
James Scott
Politics

How to reform qualifications without breaking the bank

A Labour government short of cash would do well to reconsider ministers’ and officials’ default settings on reform

JL Dutaut
Reza Schwitzer
NEET

Labour’s early efforts to tackle youth unemployment are encouraging

The new government’s first steps on tackling youth unemployment point to a new era for supported services

JL Dutaut
Laura-Jane Rawlings


College partnerships

How football helps our college build community beyond the pitch

Learners of all ages benefit from our partnerships with our local club – and everyone can see it

JL Dutaut
Kelly Sooben
The Staffroom – opinion

The Staffroom: As the holidays approach, beware of The Slump

It’s an all-too-common experience for teachers as a break begins – but here are some ways to manage it…

JL Dutaut
David Murray
14-16

A new government must recognise the many benefits of college-based 14-16 provision

The educational and economic case for tapping into colleges as a resource for 14-16 provision is strong and growing

JL Dutaut
Gemma Simmons-Blench
Election 2024

Five elephant traps to avoid in crafting a lifelong skills strategy

Mapping out this dangerous political territory for the new government to help them deliver a vital policy for national…

JL Dutaut
Sue Pember
Election 2024

In Manchester and nationally, Labour is on a skills mission

Only by rewiring the education system can we grow the economy and help all our young people to fulfil…

JL Dutaut
Andy Burnham
Election 2024

Labour’s plans for economic growth put FE at the heart of their agenda

There has never been a stronger recognition of what our sector offers – and I am confident that funding…

JL Dutaut
David Hughes