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  • An explanation of the GCSE 9 to 1 grade scale and how it compares to the previous A* to G scale.

  • Information for parents about the statutory assessments at the end of key stage 2, sometimes referred to as SATs.

  • Information about the MHRA graduate scheme which is currently closed for applications.

  • Guide for parents with learning disabilities, explaining changes to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system.

  • How to provide the early years teacher degree apprenticeship (EYTDA).

  • The post-16 budget grant will help institutions with their overall costs in the 2024 to 2025 financial year, following confirmation of the 2024 teacher pay award. 

  • What actions to take following approval of your academy conversion application.

  • Sixth form, further education (like college), higher education (like university), apprenticeships and skills based training available.

  • Subject content, aims and learning objectives for GCSE in history for teaching from 2016.

  • Mandatory qualifications for specialist teachers of pupils with hearing impairment, vision impairment or multi-sensory impairment.

  • Information and forms for academy trust chairs of trustees to apply for a suitability check, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

  • Guide for all local authorities to help them complete and return the school exclusion reviews data collection 2026.

  • How schools and academy trusts can carry out workforce and resource planning.

  • Information for local authorities, school leaders and governing bodies about their schools forum obligations and duties.

  • How awarding organisations can apply for funding for their Ofqual-regulated qualifications using the qualifications funding and approvals service tool (QFAST).

  • Information about how headteachers, or someone with delegated authority, can request to reschedule the key stage 2 (KS2) tests.

  • The Attorney General’s Youth Ambassadors Programme (YAP) is placing young people at the heart of promoting the rule of law across the UK.

  • Where to find a list of publicly-funded further education (FE) colleges in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

  • You'll only make repayments to your student loan when you earn more than the repayment threshold amount. There are different repayment thresholds for different countries.

  • These include lesson plans for teachers, other resources for the classroom as well as exercises and activities for home learning for both children and adults.