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The increasing proportion of pupils persistently absent from school is prompting action in other parts of the UK – so why is equivalent data not published in Scotland?

Schools keen to join a multi-academy trust should look at those that share their values rather than simply clubbing together with other schools of the same phase

More than half of teachers think tech solutions ‘create as much work as they save’ – but only a minority feel it has had a negative impact overall, finds poll

Concept of teaching as a lifelong career is ‘blown’, mental health charity leader tells Tes

Academies minister says the government wants to avoid schools being ‘burned’ by edtech promises that are not delivered on

But users of Oak National Academy lesson resources report better wellbeing and are more likely to see themselves staying in teaching

New analysis compares the number of Reception pupils with SEND at Church of England and Catholic diocese primary schools with non-faith schools

Gillian Keegan is the latest education secretary to announce a ban on mobile phones in schools after the decision was previously left to headteachers

Heads’ leaders applaud exam board for urging politicians to create new maths and literacy tests that boost competence

We all struggle to work when there are other drains on our attention, but teachers must take into account that this is especially true for children, says Jo Facer

Former spin doctor Alastair Campbell says many think Rishi Sunak’s plan has merit, despite Bridget Phillipson branding it an ‘undeliverable gimmick’

This week’s essential education news and analysis includes why KCSIE is letting pupils and teachers down, MPs calling for a ‘major’ mental health plan to tackle the attendance crisis, plus schools see a rise in Covid absences