SecEd

4 days ago | sec-ed.co.uk | Pete Henshaw

After years of pressure from campaigners and education unions, the government has finally acted to expand free school meals (FSMs) to all families receiving Universal Credit. In the long-term, the move, which was announced on Wednesday night (June 4) and which will come into effect in September 2026, will benefit 1.7 million children in years 3 to 11, according to the Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS).

5 days ago | sec-ed.co.uk | Pete Henshaw

Survey findings involving 1,091 school leaders have been published by the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) ahead of the government’s Spending Review on Wednesday, June 11. They show that of the responding leaders, 46% anticipate having to make teachers redundant next year while 80% believe they will have to lay-off teaching assistants to help balance their books.

5 days ago | sec-ed.co.uk | Pete Henshaw

A review by researchers at University College London and Anna Freud found that sessions based on CBT – a technique that helps students to recognise and challenge negative thoughts and behaviours – were more effective at reducing anxiety symptoms than mindfulness sessions or other approaches. The analysis includes findings from 71 global research studies, including 51 involving secondary schools and 19 featuring primary schools. The studies involved more than 63,000 young people aged 8 to 18.

6 days ago | sec-ed.co.uk | Katy Lewis

The UK has long been a powerhouse of creative excellence. From Shakespeare to Adele, from the jet engine to the world wide web, our legacy of innovation spans centuries and disciplines. It is a history built not just on talent, but on a spirit of imagination, curiosity and courage. But creativity isn’t only about producing icons or global exports. It is the lifeblood of progress. It fuels collaboration, drives fresh thinking, and helps us imagine better futures.

6 days ago | sec-ed.co.uk | Emma Harrison

In recent years, the urgency of addressing environmental challenges has propelled sustainability to the forefront of educational priorities. Schools are uniquely positioned to drive meaningful change, not only by reducing their environmental impact, but also by nurturing future generations of climate-conscious citizens. This article explores the steps schools can follow to begin their sustainability journey and deliver their sustainability strategy.