Standards of education and training in Wales have been maintained over the last six years and, in some instances, have improved, but progress has been particularly slow in schools, according to the 2009-2010 Annual Report of Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Education and Training in Wales. Press release and annual report
This consultation outlines the Welsh Assembly Government’s Model for Delivering Advocacy Services to Children and Young People in Wales. It is statutory guidance issued under section 25(8) of the Children Act 2004.
The rights of children in Wales took another step forward this week when the National Assembly for Wales approved the Proposed Rights of Children and Young Persons (Wales) Measure.
At end 2009, 12.0 per cent of 16-18 year olds were NEET (14,000) compared with 12.5 per cent (15,000) in 2008 and 11.8 per cent (14,000) in 2007.
Previous research had shown that there are wide variations in attainment between minority ethnic groups. This review explores the effectiveness and impact of the Grant and makes recommendations for the future.
From January 2012, the Welsh Assembly Government will start to collect information on the first language of all compulsory school aged pupils in all maintained schools through the Pupil Level Annual Schools’ Census (PLASC).
The annual awards aim to identify and celebrate excellence in the further education (FE) sector. They offer an opportunity to demonstrate excellence and best practice across a wide range of areas and form part of ColegauCymru / CollegesWales’ drive to raise standards through self regulation.
This circular sets out the arrangements by which regions can redistribute funded credit values for 2011/12 as part of the process of developing a regional dimension to the planning and delivery of higher education in Wales.
The aim of this survey was to illustrate effective approaches that might help others to improve their practice in literacy. Inspectors visited providers of childcare, education and post-16 learning.
The Secretary of State for Education has announced a major review of the National Curriculum in England. The review will be led by the Department for Education, supported by an Advisory Committee and Expert Panel made up of top teachers, academics, and business representatives.
This literature review is intended to address and support the use of technology in teaching and learning by identifying new and emerging pedagogies; determining what constitutes effective use of technology in teaching and learning.
The review found strong evidence that teachers’ engagement in and with research can bring significant changes in their teaching and a positive impact on student achievement.
