Schools Week’s Post

One of the many ways we can create the brightest possible picture of learner success is through the impact of vocational education 💡 Read more about vocational education at KS4 in our latest article from Pearson BTEC and Apprenticeships: https://buff.ly/4igRwRp (Sponsored Post)

(Sponsored) 1 in 5 of the UK adult working population has a BTEC. Let's unpack the impact that vocational education has at KS4 and beyond in Pearson BTEC and Apprenticeships' latest article: https://buff.ly/4igRwRp

The Rt Hon Robert Halfon, Former Minister of State for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education, explains how he hopes the curriculum and assessment review doesn't undo some of the progress made over the last decade, but how it also presents an opportunity to embed life skills into the curriculum from primary onwards. #SkillsHub #CPC24

🚨 Higher Education Needs a Rethink: Here’s How Apprenticeships Are Changing the Game 🚨 The traditional college pathway is leaving too many students behind. Rising costs, student debt, and a growing skills gap mean graduates are often unprepared for today’s workforce demands. But there’s a solution. Some colleges lead the way with a groundbreaking apprenticeship program that blends classroom learning with real-world experience. Imagine graduating debt-free, earning while you learn, and entering a career tailored to industry needs. This isn’t just about education—it’s about opportunity and equity. Apprenticeships can revolutionize how colleges prepare students for the future, close the skills gap, and build stronger local economies. In my latest article, I explain why every college in America should adopt a model like this. Let’s tackle the stigma around apprenticeships and redefine what success looks like in higher education.

K-12, college, apprenticeship — a 529 plan can handle it all! Today is a reminder to save tax-free for their future education. Share in the comments who you’re saving for. . . . #529plan #saveforcollege #payforcollege #educationsavings #wealthplanning

Super excited about our latest JAMES Magazine Online article looking at educator apprenticeships as a teacher recruitment and retention strategy. Through a combination of support, mentorship, and debt-free education, we can strengthen early-career preparation and create a more resilient workforce: https://lnkd.in/gesNaCfx #InformingLeadersImprovingEducation

One of our partners, The Apprenticeship College received some fantastic news last week! They ranked joint second for employer satisfaction across all English training providers in a recent government survey.  The survey measured employer satisfaction with upskilling their employees on apprenticeship programmes.  Well done to Graham Howe and the team! Should you have any queries on the funding available to upskill you or your employees, feel free to drop me a note. #apprenticeships #learninganddevelopment #apprenticeshipfunding

New Apprenticeship Levy Guide for Schools and MATs Discover how to use apprenticeships and levy funding to meet your staffing needs. This guide provides information on how the levy works and developing an apprenticeship strategy to meet your goads. Read or download below!

Do you know the last time the National Apprenticeship Act was updated? 1937! The National Apprenticeship Act (NAA) authorizes the U.S. Department of Labor to manage the registered apprenticeship programs (RAPs) system. As an effective “earn-and-learn” system, apprenticeship programs need federal investment that can enable evolution to the needs of today’s learners, workforce, and industry. How can this investment grow apprenticeships alongside Career and Technical Education?

Estyn’s latest thematic report explores the positive steps the junior apprenticeship programme is having on young learners, and makes recommendations to educational bodies to combat the limitations of the provision. Read the full report here: bit.ly/4dzu93d