AI, EdTech and Mental Health Boosts

Wednesday, 10 June 2026 — Big moves in AI tools, mental health access, and defence skills funding

Top Stories

AI

OpenAI plans a desktop ‘superapp’ to combine AI tools ↗

OpenAI is developing a new desktop app that bundles multiple AI products into one platform. This could simplify AI access for educators and learners but raises questions about usability and integration in schools.

Source: THE Journal
Wellbeing

Nearly 800,000 more students get mental health support this year ↗

Access to mental health services in schools and colleges has grown significantly. This means almost six million young people can now get help on site, which should ease pressure on staff and improve wellbeing overall.

Source: FE News
Policy

Three colleges share £80m fund for defence skills courses ↗

An £80 million investment will create new defence-focused course places and facilities in colleges. This is a clear signal that skills training linked to national priorities is getting serious backing.

Source: FE Week
Wellbeing

Italian schools launch ‘Milk in Schools’ nutrition education programme ↗

A new campaign in Italy targets primary pupils to promote milk and dairy consumption as part of healthy eating education. It’s a reminder of the role schools play in shaping lifelong habits beyond academics.

Source: Orizzonte Scuola
Al's Take
AI is shaping education in ways we need to understand fast, but the focus must stay on supporting teachers, not replacing them. The step up in mental health support for students is a real win and shows what practical investment looks like. Plus, new funding for defence skills training signals a shift towards more targeted vocational routes, something schools should watch closely.

Number of the Day

6 million
The number of children and young people now able to access mental health support in their school or college, up by nearly 800,000 this year. A practical boost for wellbeing in education. (FE News)

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Cracking the glass ceiling: AI and the real reform of education ↗

by Al Kingsley MBE

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