Skills, AI, and Inclusion in Focus

Monday, 28 September 2026 — What England can learn and how tech shapes education

Top Stories

Policy

England could learn from Singapore’s skills-to-careers model ↗

Turning skills intelligence into practical career decisions is a challenge England faces. Singapore’s integrated approach offers useful insights for policymakers and training providers alike.

Source: FE News
Policy

Jobs guarantee scheme expands to disabled young people ↗

Labour’s plan to include disabled young people on health benefits in subsidised jobs could be a game changer for inclusion and skills development.

Source: FE Week
AI

Microsoft report highlights urgent need for AI training in schools ↗

The 2026 AI in Education Report shows many schools are unprepared to make the most of AI tools. Training is the missing piece to ensure technology supports teaching.

Source: Open Data Science
Wellbeing

DfE unveils new plan to tackle misogyny in schools ↗

A whole-school approach backed by fresh support packages aims to combat misogyny and influence from negative figures like Andrew Tate. This is about culture change, not quick fixes.

Source: DfE announcements
Al's Take
There’s a clear push to link skills intelligence with real career action, a lesson England could take from Singapore’s example. Meanwhile, AI’s role in education is evolving, but schools need better training to keep up. Plus, expanding job schemes for disabled young people shows inclusion is finally getting some serious attention. Practical steps matter here, not just big ideas.

Number of the Day

31,000
That’s how many people are on waiting lists for Italian language courses for immigrant parents, highlighting a serious shortage of teachers and a barrier to integration. (Orizzonte Scuola)

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Worth a Read

Young people, learning, and generative AI: A rapid literature review ↗

by Dr Matthew Hill

This review cuts through the hype to show what AI really means for students and teachers in PreK-12 settings. It’s a good reality check on how to use AI effectively.

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