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Over £450 million investment to improve school buildings
Press release
859 academies, sixth-form colleges and voluntary-aided schools will receive funding to improve their school buildings.
Six green apprenticeships are to be marked with the Coronation emblem in recognition of their sustainability credentials.
To mark the Coronation all state funded primary schools will be sent wildflower seeds, inspired by His Majesty The King’s love of nature.
Chinese and Japanese AS and A levels: proposed subject content
Closed consultation
We’re seeking your views on changes to the current subject content of Chinese and Japanese AS and A levels to allow the use of English where it is reasonable.
Free courses for jobs
Guidance
Explains how to apply for a free level 3 qualification. These courses could help you improve your wage outcomes and job prospects, and gain skills that employers value.
Take our maths quiz and find out about free adult numeracy courses to build your confidence with numbers and gain a qualification.
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For queries relating to school data collections or any of the following systems: S2S, ASP, GIAP, GIAS or COLLECT.
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