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As the UK faces a teacher recruitment crisis, schools are implementing innovative measures to attract and retain staff. The government aims to recruit 6,500 new teachers, while initiatives like flexible working arrangements are being introduced to improve job appeal. A recent report highlights the urgent need for better working conditions in education.
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Starting Monday, parents of children aged nine months and older can access 15 hours of free childcare weekly. However, nurseries are raising fees to cover costs, leading to concerns about affordability and availability as the rollout begins amid staffing shortages and funding issues.
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The UK government has announced the immediate scrapping of one-word Ofsted judgments for schools, replacing them with detailed report cards. This change follows the tragic suicide of headteacher Ruth Perry, highlighting the need for reform in school inspections to reduce stress and provide clearer information to parents.
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Recent reports highlight a significant rise in school absenteeism in England, with over 32 million days of learning lost last year. The increase is particularly pronounced among marginalized students, raising concerns about the impact on their education and mental health. Calls for systemic changes in how schools address absenteeism are growing.
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UK universities are experiencing a financial crisis exacerbated by a decline in international student numbers and rising operational costs. Recent government policy changes have sparked renewed interest from international applicants, but many institutions still face significant financial challenges ahead of the new academic year.
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Universities UK is advocating for tuition fee increases and enhanced government funding to address financial deficits. The proposals aim to stabilize the sector amid rising costs and declining international student numbers. The organization emphasizes the need for sustainable management of international student growth and increased support for domestic students.