Education

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The benefits of Boarding school

Discover the key benefits of boarding school, from academic excellence and independence to strong friendships and rich extracurricular opportunities. Learn how a boarding environment helps students grow into confident, capable, well-rounded young adults.

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Join Twinkl this summer in celebrating and appreciating educators

Summer is here, and Twinkl is ready to spread some much-needed joy and appreciation among educators with their, "Thank You, Educators." campaign. It's an opportunity for all of us to come together and show our gratitude to those incredible individuals dedicated to shaping the minds of our future.

Twinkl understands the challenges that educators face every day. That's why they have...

International experts highlight the importance of a child’s early years

Ofsted has today published a report exploring early years provision in an international context.

International research shows that children who spend longer in early years provision have better educational outcomes later on. It also shows that high-quality early years provision particularly benefits children from low-income backgrounds.

While the importance of the early years is...

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North West and Yorkshire academy trust champions Mental Health Awareness

Focus-Trust CEO shares personal message leading Trust wide effort to support children and staff mental health

North West and West Yorkshire Academy Trust CEO Helen Rowland has gone the extra mile to boost the message of Mental Health Awareness Week this May.

Inspired by her own experience with anxiety in March 2020 when the first Covid-19 lockdown was announced, Helen took...

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New drive to better understand the role of AI in education

Education Secretary to address benefits of technology in education at London Tech Week.

Using artificial intelligence to transform education in a positive way will be the focus of a new call for evidence launched by the government today (14 June) to mark the 10th anniversary of London Tech Week.

As part of the government’s wider work to make the most out of the technology, the...

Twinkl supports educators to teach about Pride with inclusive resources

Twinkl is supporting educators throughout June and beyond by providing resources to ensure that they can teach about Pride confidently.

As Pride Month begins, Twinkl aims to honour the LGBTQ+ community’s history, struggles, and achievements, not only during June but continuously throughout the year.

Twinkl aims to provide lasting change for educators and their students by giving them...

Six Tips to Teach Your Child About Endangered Animals

The topic of endangered animals can be a difficult one for adults, let alone children. How do you explain, in simple and sensitive terms, that human action is destroying the planet and subsequently wiping out entire species of animals?

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It's the younger generations that are going to suffer the most from the impact of climate change , so it’s in their best interest to...

Twinkl’s Take: How is AI supporting educators globally

Twinkl, as a leading educational resource publisher, is continuously engaging in current trends to further support educators.

In recent months, the use of AI tools has gained attention for their potential to assist teachers across various aspects of their roles. As educators face mounting challenges, these AI tools have the potential to alleviate some of the pressure by streamlining...

Next steps taken to ensure age-appropriate Relationships, Sex and Health Education

Leading experts in child safeguarding, health, teaching, curriculum development and equalities to contribute to the review of the statutory guidance on Relationships, Sex and Health Education

Today the Education Secretary, Gillian Keegan, has announced the formation of an independent expert advisory panel who will advise on the review of the Relationships, Sex and Health Education curriculum...

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How Your University Choice Can Impact Your Academic Success

Choosing a university is a big decision that can have a significant impact on your academic success. Higher learning is more than just attending classes and earning a degree; it's a transformative life experience that can shape your future in a multitude of ways. But with so many options available, it can be hard to know which university to choose. In this article, we'll explore how your...

Government to match schools’ tutoring costs next year

The Government will be raising the subsidy rate for the National Tutoring Programme to 50% in 2023-24

Half of tutoring costs will be funded through the National Tutoring Programme next year, doubling the government’s previous commitment to fund a quarter of the cost.

Initiated as part of the Government’s education recovery strategy and to help schools deliver a world-class education...