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Alternative Provision Specialist Taskforces (APST)
The DfE has embarked on a new approach to supporting young people at risk through the introduction of AP Specialist Taskforces (APST).
Mar 27, 2024


Academy Conversion Grant Changes
In a significant development, DfE has updated the eligibility criteria for maintained schools considering conversion to academy/trust status
Mar 22, 2024


SEND Deficits Prompt Funding Redirect
In a move highlighting the financial crisis facing SEND funding, councils have received approval to redirect millions from their budgets.
Mar 20, 2024


Academy Conversions & MAT Formation
The landscape of the education system has undergone significant transformations, with a big shift towards academy and trust conversions.
Mar 15, 2024


Children’s Homes: A PAG Report
PAG has produced a report titled 'Establishing Children's Homes', looking into what it takes to successfully establish a children's home.
Mar 14, 2024


Independent Schools VAT – SEND Exemption?
In educational and political landscapes, a crucial debate has emerged concerning the application of VAT on independent SEND schools.
Mar 11, 2024


Governance handbook replaced by DfE
The DfE has taken a step forward in the realm of educational governance by releasing guides aimed at maintained schools and academy trusts.
Mar 7, 2024


EPI: A look a the length of England’s school day
In February 2024, the Education Policy Institute published a pivotal report titled "An Evidence Review into the Length of the School Day"
Mar 5, 2024


ADCS publishes updated children’s services policy paper
The Association of Directors of Children's Services has released a new policy paper that serves as a fervent call to action.
Feb 29, 2024
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