The Latest Breaking News from NFER

The Government has a ‘now or never’ moment to demonstrate that it will deliver its pledge to recruit 6,500 new teachers, the NFER has said.

Special schools in England face ‘more severe’ staff shortages than the average school, research has suggested.

Before the 2024 general election, Labour pledged in its manifesto to recruit 6,500 new teachers in response to England’s continuing teacher recruitment and retention crisis. Now, this recruitment target is central to the government’s plans to deliver its “national mission” to break down the barriers to opportunity facing children.

Study shows fewer students in England combining humanities such as history or music with sciences or maths

A report by the National Foundation for Educational Research reveals a fall in take-up for humanities subjects at A-level

Students' conditions have deteriorated, leaving them unable to meet basic well-being needs owing to the cost of living crisis.

Increasing numbers of children hungry and lack adequate clothing, with two-thirds of secondary teachers also supporting pupils

Research recommends bonus to help retain staff and make up for lack of hybrid working opportunities

But the research suggests that the learning gap suffered by young pupils as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic is starting to narrow.

Some TAs have left schools in favour of better-paid roles in sectors such as hospitality and retail, senior leaders have said.

Nearly half of senior school leaders told a survey the increased cost of living has damaged the quality of teaching and learning.