Chief Learning Officer at Rise Up, Frédéric Hebert explores the key learning priorities shaping 2026 Organisations are entering a period where the pace of change is stretching both leaders and employees in new ways. Technological disruption continues to redefine roles, hybrid work is reshaping how teams operate, and businesses are under pressure to stay adaptable even…
New data reveals the top health related stress and anxiety concerns keeping the UK awake at night From sleepless nights to racing hearts, new insights from Healthwords.ai reveal what health concerns people in the UK are most worried about when stress takes over as we head into Stress Awareness Month this April. Thousands of anonymous…
Yorkshire and the Humber records the highest level of apprenticeship search activity in the UK, running 43% above the national average The North East and East Midlands follow closely, ranking 35% and 34% above average respectively National searches for apprenticeships and vocational training rose by 9% year-on-year in 2025 National searches for apprenticeships and vocational…
Dynamic Earth sees 75% surge in 10-11 year olds joining the hunt for future-shaping STEM roles at ‘Your Planet, Your Future’ showcase Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh’s Science Centre and Planetarium, recently welcomed a record-breaking 549 primary seven pupils to its annual careers showcase. Held on 9 and 10 March, the event (Scotland’s largest free STEM careers…
New College Durham (NCD) has strengthened its partnership with engineering firm Dyer through the company’s backing of the Skills Forge initiative and sponsorship of the Level 2 Fabrication and Welding course. Based at the college, the Skills Forge is a state-of-the-art training facility designed to replicate modern engineering environments, providing students aged 16 and above,…
Looking to spread a little kindness, the Princess of Wales¹, in a recent visit to Castle Hill Academy in New Addington, Croydon, told pupils that “kindness is key,” encouraging them to think about the people, places, and experiences that help them feel secure and connected—telling children that such connections are key to their development and…
It’s difficult to think of a technology that has grown as quickly or transformed as many industries as AI, and in the past year or so it has become part of the everyday toolkit for workplace learning. It began as an experiment in a handful of proactive teams, but has now spread across the industry as AI capabilities…
Another exciting National Careers Week may have come to an end, but now is still the perfect time to keep the careers momentum going, and Into Film have plenty of resources and events to help you do just that. Inspired by the team at The Careers & Enterprise Company, this month Into Film are focusing…
Hark has today published The Fan Gap, a new UK-wide insight study revealing the key factors shaping girls’ sport fandom – and the experiences that cause many to lose connection during their teenage years. Drawing on the voices of 1,504 young people aged 11–17, as well as Hark’s national Teacher Panel, the research uncovers the…
Brand takes top honour in ‘Cornish Pasty Company’ category at the Global Pasty Awards and ‘Vegan category’ at the British Pie Awards. The Phat Pasty Co has scooped two awards in one week – the ‘Cornish Pasty Company’ category at the inaugural Global Pasty Championships and the ‘Vegan’ category at the British Pie Awards 2026. Starting…
The use of AI in education that lacks evidential and scientific rigour puts children’s learning development at risk, according to a new white paper from Explore Learning, the UK’s largest independent tuition provider. While acknowledging the huge opportunity provided by AI, the report also highlights the risks of overreliance, including reduced critical thinking and cognitive…
The UK Government has announced a package of measures aimed at strengthening how universities meet their Prevent duty – the legal obligation to take action to prevent students from being drawn into terrorism or radicalised. Central to the new measures is a proposal to enable the Office for Students (OfS) being a formal whistleblowing body…
Former Education Secretary, Baroness Morris, urges comprehensive training for teachers on acquired brain injury (ABI) Coalition of brain injury charities led by UKABIF calls for better data collection and targeted support for children and young people with ABI The UK Acquired Brain Injury Form (UKABIF) – the UK’s umbrella body for brain injury –…
Built for Modern Learning: Key Features of ChargeLite™ USB-C USB-C Power Delivery (PD) for Faster Turnaround ChargeLite™ uses USB-C PD technology to charge laptops and tablets more quickly and efficiently. For schools operating on tight timetables, this means devices are ready for lessons sooner, helping staff avoid delays and ensuring dependable access to digital tools….
Artist Mr Doodle joins pupils from a Chafford Hundred primary school for a three-hour doodle-along – transforming walls, floors and Red Noses inspired by his signature doodle style Famous artist Mr Doodle visits pupils from one of Red Nose Day’s top fundraising schools for a half-day ‘doodle-along’, with creativity and doodles unleashed across floors,…
A new survey highlights digital transformation is a key priority for small businesses in 2026, but the majority fear the risks of implementing those changes and want additional government support to help. New research by Be Certified, a digital ISO certification consultancy platform, reveals that over half of SMEs (55%) see digitalising their processes…
A BookTrust programme that has helped 2 million secondary school children to unleash the power of reading for pleasure is being rolled out to primary schools for the first time. Bookbuzz Primary, a new programme of expertly curated books and grab-and-go resources for Key Stage 2, launches this week. It has been developed by BookTrust, the UK’s largest children’s reading charity,…
World Maths Day (26 March) offers teachers a brilliant opportunity to spark children’s curiosity and build confidence in numeracy. This year, Premier League Primary Stars is helping schools celebrate with a suite of free, curriculum‑linked resources that make maths meaningful, active, and exciting – all through the universal appeal of football. Developed with teachers, clubs…
Brand takes top honour in ‘Cornish Pasty Company’ category as it celebrates 20 years in business The Phat Pasty Co has won the ‘Cornish Pasty Company’ category at the inaugural Global Pasty Championships, with its Traditional Cornish Pasty taking the top honour. Held at the Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall on Saturday 28 February –…
Outcomes First Group (OFG) has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), becoming part of the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative and formally committing to align its operations with globally recognised principles on human rights, environmental responsibility, labour standards and ethical governance. For a leading education provider operating across the UK, the move signals…
Canon partnered with the Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC), Dorton College, to deliver a bespoke Canon Young People Programme (CYPP) workshop, empowering visually impaired students to tell their stories through photography. The immersive workshop brought together students with a wide range of visual impairments for a hands-on creative experience designed around accessibility, self-expression and…
New Veloce-powered teaching resource launches at E.ON UK’s New Energy Academy for National Careers Week The resource supports the updated Department for Education (DfE) careers guidance on real‑world learning and work experience The new resource includes short videos featuring engineers and athletes including Kevin Hansen, Charlie Martin, Chloe Grant, Heather Cowell and Chelsea Pitman, Efe…
More than half (57%) of parents in the UK are not confident the government’s Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) overhaul will improve outcomes for their children in practice, according to a new survey from Explore Learning, the UK’s largest independent tuition provider. The research reveals that 84% of parents fear planned restrictions to Education, Health…
At Big Creative Education (BCE), we welcome the government’s recognition of the challenges within the SEND system and the commitment to increasing funding for education providers and local authorities. Many young people require support in class and this is something we take very seriously at BCE. Half of our young people, talented creatives, have SEND,…
Analysis of more than 530 million spelling attempts by nearly one million children shows predictable patterns behind common spelling errors As teachers and pupils write the word ‘February’ countless times this month, new research shows it remains one of the most frequently misspelled words in UK classrooms. The findings, published by education platform EdShed, are…
