Press releases

The government must act now to protect and expand MNS and consider how they can support the delivery of funded hours

Falling pupil numbers do not have to mean widespread school closures. Using falling rolls to reduce class sizes would improve schools for pupils and staff

ASCL, NAHT, NEU and Community have told the Government to fully fund September’s 4% teacher and school leader pay increase

The PAC are absolutely right to focus on the worst teacher recruitment and retention crisis in a generation created by long hours, poor pay and Ofsted.

The Government must immediately scrap the two-child limit and benefit cap, and uplift benefits.

We should recognise the hard work of children and teachers in year 6 for the SATs exams but also that they narrow the curriculum and place unnecessary stress on pupils.

Expanding family services and SEND support will help identify need and offer help at the earliest opportunity.

This is a really good idea, but the funding will have to be at the right level to reap the benefits

It is a contradiction for this government to say they recognise the benefits of high-quality early education whilst our Maintained Nursery Schools (MNS) are under threat.

Sixth form colleges have returned a strong result in their indicative ballot. Should the pay claim not be met satisfactorily then a formal strike ballot will follow in the autumn term.

Sir Martyn is right to say that he will be judged on Ofsted's delayed proposals and based on his track record it is unlikely to be positive