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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.

  • Recent news and key messages from Ofqual on regulated qualifications, examinations and assessments.

  • Information on how the Department for Education (DfE) and its executive agencies share personal data.

  • 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.

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

  • The provider portal allows Ofsted and the provider to share documentation during an inspection.

  • Guidance for teaching mathematics at key stage 3 in secondary schools to help pupils progress through the national curriculum.

  • Information about academy admissions and the role of the Department for Education (DfE).

  • How schools can get value for money, avoid fees and find local agencies who complete thorough background and safeguarding checks.

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

  • The education provision for service children overseas can be categorised as Defence Children Services (DCS) Schools and Settings or non MOD schools locations.

  • Information about the subjects and qualifications that count towards the EBacc.

  • The regularly updated known issues document gives information on service problems we are aware of.

  • Benchmarking allows you to check how your finances compare with other similar schools or multi-academy trusts.

  • Skills Bootcamp funding guidance for learners starting Skills Bootcamps under contracts with DfE.

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

  • Further information about the financial returns that academy trusts must submit to DfE.

  • How eligible providers of full-time online education can apply to join the DfE accreditation scheme.

  • College and local authority annual accountability statements and local needs duty information for 2026 to 2027.

  • Funding guidance for schools and ITT providers, including on bursaries, scholarships and salaried route grants.