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Online educational resource MASSOLIT is now free to all schools disrupted by COVID-19. Free access comes with no strings attached – no payment details or set up are required – and is available to schools for a minimum of thirty days from registration. This offer will be reviewed on an …

Sandwell College has been providing young people across Birmingham and the Black Country access to vital resources and support during the period of lockdown following the COVID-19 outbreak. Since the national lockdown, and the temporary closure of the College building, teachers and colleagues have maintained their commitment to supporting some …

The much-loved and biggest UK children’s book publisher, Puffin, which in 2020 celebrates its 80th birthday, is now re-planning events to take authors, illustrators and stories directly into children’s homes. Initiatives include a daily Puffin Storytime, a Puffin Podcast series, an online book festival – the Puffin Festival of Big …

The closure of schools as a result of preventative measures following the outbreak of coronavirus has affected thousands of children across the UK, and many students and parents have been worried about the uncertainty this will bring to pupils’ education. Today, Ofqual – the exams regulator – has released details …

Ofqual has now set out details for schools, colleges, students, parents & carers on how GCSEs and A levels will be awarded following the cancellation of this year’s exams. For this summer’s awards, schools and colleges are being asked to provide centre assessment grades for their students. These should be …

Disney Theatrical Productions is to offer free downloadable creative activities for educators and parents from their West End shows of The Lion King, Mary Poppins, Frozen and Aladdin. This collection of fun and educational resources for schools and home learning is available to download here now. From costume making and …

The BBC has unveiled its biggest push on education in its history – ensuring that every child in the UK has the opportunity to continue to follow the appropriate core parts of their nation’s school curriculum in these challenging times.  Whether complementing what schools are providing remotely, or as a …

School safeguarding provider Impero has launched Impero Back:drop, a free digital safeguarding tool, designed to simplify the recording and management of pupil wellbeing. The cloud-based system enables remote safeguarding, ensuring that reporting, access and analysis can continue as schools across the UK close in response to COVID-19. The software has …

Govia Thameslink – the UK’s largest rail company – announced in March that they would be launching a recruitment campaign designed to increase diversity on UK railways. This exciting announcement coincided with National Apprenticeship & Careers Week and GTR will be offering 300 apprenticeships across a wide range of roles. …

Laminate flooring is required for households as it offers a comforting surface without compromising the looks. It is an affordable and durable flooring option among homeowners. Laminate flooring is favorable as it offers the DIY application and under the feet, it is a luxury. There are various details of laminate …