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  • The government’s response to the independent review of the curriculum, assessment and qualifications system in England.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • We are seeking both insights on the full suite of NPQs and research evidence which may inform updates to the evidence-base underpinning 7 NPQ frameworks.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • We are seeking views on proposals to strengthen oversight of subcontracted delivery of higher education, also known as franchising.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • Sets out how government will work with schools and trusts to maximise value from resources, ensuring every pound delivers the best outcomes for pupils.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • Proposals for the regulation of the new arrangements for apprenticeship assessment.

  • Information about changes to undergraduate tuition fees and student support arrangements in the 2025 to 2026 academic year.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • Targeted maintenance grants will provide extra financial support for eligible higher education students from low-income households.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • Post-16 education and skills reforms to develop a skilled workforce and break down barriers to opportunity.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • A consultation on the subject level conditions, requirements and guidance for GCSEs in British Sign Language (BSL).

  • We want your views on what should be included within the Down Syndrome Act statutory guidance.

  • The Education Secretary’s evidence to the School Teachers’ Review Body (STRB) to support the 2026 pay award.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • This consultation sets out our proposals to complete the work we began in 2019 to update our policy ‘Taking Regulatory Action’.

  • We are seeking evidence on the role that high quality teaching plays in early career preparation for teachers in further education (FE).

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • Information about the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 and how it will affect early years and education settings.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • Student Loans Company (SLC) is committed to delivering high-quality, high-value statistical publications that serve the needs of our users.

  • We are seeking views on proposed increases to fees for inspections of private schools.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • The government's strategy for improving child development and meeting the ambition that 75% of 5-year-olds in England have a good level of development by 2028.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • Government assessment of the potential impact of proposed reforms to school accountability on individuals with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • We are seeking views on school accountability principles, school profiles and a stronger approach to school improvement through intervention for state schools across England.

    First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government

  • We asked parents, carers, professionals and learners what they thought about our proposals to improve education inspections and our new report cards for providers.