Wednesday
How much will Scotland’s new inspection and qualifications bodies cost?
New figures put the cost of establishing the new bodies at anywhere from under £1 million to over £30 million in the first four years
Scottish teaching unions reject ‘unsatisfactory’ pay offer
The offer is described as falling ‘far short of expectations’ – now there is only a short window of opportunity for a pay settlement by 1 August
New education bill sets date for SQA replacement - and reveals its name
Milestone for Scottish education reform with confirmation of new qualifications agency, including ‘central’ role for teachers and students, and an independent inspection body
The rise of ear defenders in schools: what teachers need to know
Why has there been an increase in the number of pupils using ear defenders in schools and is it a positive intervention? Zofia Niemtus investigates
How the cost-of-living crisis is still impacting schools
New research shows how schools and teachers are providing unprecedented support to pupils as living standards remain low
Tuesday
SEND reforms could make crisis worse, say experts
More funding should instead be devolved to schools, according to a SEND policy group
AI could create ‘new inequities in learning’, warns expert
AI can do ‘incredible things’ – including making learning more accessible for all pupils – but some young people could be priced out of the best tools
Why schools need a more humane accountability system
The role of inspection has become disproportionate and this must change after the general election, says this school head
Next government faces ‘painful choices’ on school spending, IFS warns
‘Reweighting’ teacher compensation away from pensions and towards salaries could help with recruitment and retention, say experts
Pupil enjoyment of writing falls to ‘unprecedented low’
Children need more ‘meaningful opportunities’ to enjoy the creative elements of writing, charity urges
Monday
Wales shelves plans to shake up school year
Consultation shows only ‘a narrow majority’ in favour of the changes to holidays, as schools are told to prioritise new curriculum and improving attainment
Burden of school complaints ‘significant concern’, Ofsted told
The Confederation of School Trusts responds to Ofsted’s Big Listen consultation
