Teacher recruitment is turning a corner, but headline figures mask challenges Increased entries to teacher training should be source of pride, but government must not forget communities where recovery won’t yet be felt
Hard maths for ministers as pupil numbers set to fall 6% Close schools or raise funding – the choice lies with government, says IFS
Ofsted warns of ‘missed opportunities’ to keep pupils with SEND in school Nine things we learned from Ofsted’s annual report for 2024-25
£6bn SEND shortfall a ‘matter for 2027 spending review’ – Phillipson But ministers still face questions about where in government’s budget funding for black hole will come from
The five ways we promote and champion school governance When volunteers are supported and celebrated, boards become stronger – and children benefit
How schools can put mental health support at their heart The strain posed by pupil mental health needs is increasing, but Kerry Westbrook believes her academy trust has a blueprint for success
Foundations are already there to build curriculum reforms The review builds on the strong curricula many schools already have in place, so this isn’t about starting from scratch
Virtual teachers can stop kids fully dropping out of education Online schooling is not a magic answer and should never be a dumping ground. But for some pupils on the verge of withdrawal, it can be a structured bridge
Phillipson should look to Nordics to help guide ‘edtech testbeds’ Here are five lessons that feel particularly relevant as England shapes its own approach