Policy
The latest news, analysis and advice on government policy and legislation. Find a breakdown of new documentation, case studies from leaders and comment from high-profile educators
Friday
20th Sep 2024
‘Thin reform proposals’ not enough for ‘creaking’ education system
School Leaders Scotland responds after the long-awaited government response to the Hayward review of qualifications and assessment, and also shares its view on the country’s education bill
Labour’s education policy: what schools can expect
Ahead of this year’s Labour Party conference, we look at what we know so far on the new government’s key education policies, including Ofsted report cards and recruiting 6,500 more teachers
Why languages should still matter to schools
After Tes analysis showed a decades-long retreat of languages from Scottish schools, these researchers lay out why they remain crucial
Why we’re launching a dedicated maths review
Researchers launching a maths review explain why, despite plenty of positives with the subject, there are many areas that need focus to help the subject maintain momentum
Mayors’ bid for school oversight role
Former government adviser says regional responsibility for schools should be transferred from DfE regions to metro mayors
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The battle for regional school control
Trusts, councils and metro mayors are all pushing for a driving role in school improvement after the new government signalled a shake-up
Thursday
19th Sep 2024
Mobile phones in schools: all you need to know
The use of phones in schools is a controversial topic – but should they be banned? Tes looks at what the government guidance and research tell us
Hayward response finally revealed by education secretary
Plan to scrap S4 exams rejected – but ‘internal and continuous assessment will contribute to a greater percentage of a final grade’, says Jenny Gilruth
Don’t fixate on Gen Z, look after millennial mother-teachers
If we want to increase teacher numbers, more focus should be given to retaining experienced teachers, especially women aged 30-39, says Emma Sheppard
How our trust improved its inclusion and SEND offer
A trust CEO who has overseen a raft of initiatives designed to improve support for pupils with SEND shares some insights on what they did and the impact it is having
Wednesday
18th Sep 2024
Reforms must go ‘far beyond’ Scottish education bill, MSPs told
Some of the most influential figures in Scottish education in recent times raise concerns that an opportunity for ‘bold and radical’ reform is being missed
Sendco NPQ funding shortfall another SEND policy mess
Margaret Mulholland laments the fact that despite promises of fully-funded training for the new Sendco qualification, a lack of cash means schools are scrambling for places