Monday, 24 August 2026 — What’s shaping education right now and what it means for you
FE has had its strongest skills-focused shakeup in years. The new reforms push technical education pathways hard, aiming to make skills the new currency for learners and employers. This will ripple through how colleges plan and deliver courses.
The Department for Education’s recent practical checklist helps schools navigate AI use safely and effectively. It’s a no-nonsense guide for leaders and teachers wanting to make AI a tool, not a risk, in classrooms.
Microsoft’s 2026 AI in Education report reveals a gap in teacher training on AI. Without better support, schools risk missing out on AI’s benefits or facing unintended problems. Bottom line: investing in staff skills around AI is urgent.
The latest Independent Schools Council Census shows a notable fall in pupil numbers. This signals pressure on independent schools to rethink recruitment, retention and financial planning in a changing market.
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