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What is Further Education? | FE Explained

August 28, 2024 3 Min Read

What is Further Education? | FE Explained

In the UK, we leave secondary school at the age of 16 but are required to stay in education up to at least 18. Then, if you get the grades needed and if you have the desire to, you can continue your development by moving out of your childhood home and heading off to university. Not everyone's journey is the same however, which is where further education comes in.

Should LGBTQ+ History Be Taught in School - Pride Month 2024

May 29, 2024 3 Min Read

Should LGBTQ+ History Be Taught in School - Pride Month 2024

In recent years, the inclusion of LGBTQ+ history in school curriculum has become a topic of significant debate. Some argue that teaching this history is essential for fostering a more inclusive and understanding society, while others often raise concerns about age-appropriateness and parental rights. Here are some reasons we think LGBTQ+ history should be taught in school.

How Can We Reignite Covid's “Lost Generation”?

April 10, 2024 3 Min Read

How Can We Reignite Covid's “Lost Generation”?

The first wave of Covid-19 lockdowns hit the UK in March 2020, and had an immediate impact on a whole generation whose education, social life, and early career progression has been affected. How can what’s known as Covid’s "Lost Generation" reignite their education, passions, skills, and careers?

How The General Elections Could Affect Your Education

October 12, 2023 5 Min Read

How The General Elections Could Affect Your Education

With the Conservative and Labour conferences having recently taken place this month, naturally, the conversation has started to shift towards the general election in 2025 and what it could mean for the UK. The result of the general election and the winning party could have huge ramifications on things such as social housing, health, care and education.

How to Deal With Results Day Anxiety

August 17, 2023 4 Min Read

How to Deal With Results Day Anxiety

Results day can leave students feeling stressed, anxious, and vulnerable, but what are the reasons, and how can you help anyone going through it to deal with it.

What is Level 2 Equivalent To? Qualifications Explained

July 05, 2023 5 Min Read

What is Level 2 Equivalent To? Qualifications Explained

Level 2 qualifications are perfect for developing your CV. In the UK, Level 2 qualifications are typically awarded to students who have completed their GCSEs or equivalent qualifications, but now they are available fully funded! Our essential guide breaks down everything you need to know, including how you can start studying.

Supporting Your Child Through Results Day

August 09, 2021 3 Min Read

Supporting Your Child Through Results Day

Mental health has never been more prevalent in today’s society than it is now, thanks to the growth in conversation around the issue and the lessening stigma more and more parents are looking to support their child’s mental health.