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Nicky Morgan Speech: Preparing children for a successful future through the Ebacc
Education Minister Nicky Morgan discusses changes to the English Baccalaureate (EBacc) at King Solomon Academy, London. Thank you so much for the…
Academic subjects alone won’t ‘set every child up for life’ – John Newbigin
It’s no surprise that Nicky Morgan is in favour of the English baccalaureate (EBacc). But what is genuinely puzzling is her assertion that “evidence…
Music tourists give £3bn boost to UK economy
Foreign music fans visiting the UK for gigs and festivals boosted the economy by £3.1bn in 2014, a report says. The report…
Reports reveals that music tourism generated £280 million & 2081 jobs for Scotland last year
Wish You Were Here 2015 – A new report has revealed the vast contribution of music tourism to the local economy within…
Seven questions inspectors will ask schools under Ofsted’s new regime
Sir Michael Wilshaw, Ofsted’s chief inspector, today set out the biggest changes to education inspection in this country in more than 20…
UCAS report finds that conservatoire application process benefits the privileged
A report into the success rates of applicants to the UK’s Conservatoires finds persisting levels of inequality, with those from wealthier backgrounds…
‘The compulsory Ebac is a question of conscience’
The recent government announcement that all pupils will be expected to enter and sit GCSE subjects for the English Baccalaureate (Ebac) has created…
BBC Music Day film highlights inclusive music making in Bristol
Inclusive music making is the focus of a film highlighting the BBC Music Day event organised by Bristol Plays Music on 5th…
Congratulations to all the education leaders recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours
Kevan Collins, chief executive of the Education Endowment Foundation, will be recognised for services to education with a knighthood in the Queen’s…
