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I've seen firsthand the transformative impact tutoring can have on children's lives. Without funding, we go back to a world where only those who can afford to pay can benefit, widening the #DisadvantageGap even further. This research from Public First shows that tutoring not only benefits individual children but also the UK economy - Department for Education it's time to rethink the funding. #educationforall #tutoring #impact

I usually rate Schoolsweek but the title of this article is utterly misleading. Schools did not snub tutoring in the last year of the National Tutoring Programme (NTP) . There were 2 key factors for low take-up last year: 1. The requirement to match fund the subsidy given ridiculously stretched school budgets; and 2. The overwhelming workload on senior leaders which didn't allow time for planning and implementation of tutoring in their setting. The fact that around 6 in 10 schools did access the programme despite these factors is actually a significant win and shows how many did prioritise an initiative they could see was working for their young people. Closing the disadvantage gap is a priority for the new Labour government. Let's hope that inflammatory headlines like this don't undermine what has repeatedly been shown to be an effective, low cost intervention strategy that's been welcomed by students, schools and parents. The NTP needs a rebrand and relaunch and let's keep the good work going. https://lnkd.in/eDMwkeNK

We have been tutoring pupils in primary schools since 1995. We've been an approved Tuition Partner for the National Tutoring Programme (NTP) since it began in Autumn 2020. We know that small group or 1:1 support can make a huge difference to children, many from disadvantaged backgrounds, who are falling behind. We have a lot of data to show the gains those children can make. But research released today by Public First goes much further, and shows that the tutoring undertaken in the first two years of the NTP will have a long-term positive impact on the economy. It has looked at the expected rise in educational attainment and calculated that the tutoring undertaken in the first two years of the programme alone would contribute an extra £4.2bn to the UK economy. This means that for every £1 spent on tutoring, there is an economic gain of £6.58. The National Tutoring Programme (NTP) is scheduled to finish this summer, and to date, no new funds have been announced for ongoing tutoring. Is it time for a rethink Department for Education? Read the full report here : bit.ly/41ZUnX8 #EducationMatters #Tutoring #Impact #DisadvantageGap

In 2021/22, 22.5% of pupils were recorded as persistently absent. This equates to around 1.6 million pupils. Some groups of pupils are more likely to be absent or persistently absent than others. For example, in 2021/22, 37.2% of free school meal eligible pupils were persistently absent compared with 17.5% of pupils that were not eligible. Persistent absence not only affects academic achievement but also hinders personal and social development. By implementing targeted interventions and support systems to ensure every student has equal access to education, we can tackle this issue head on. Collaboration between schools, government agencies, and community organisations is key to addressing this issue effectively. Let's work together to create a culture where every child can thrive and succeed in their educational journey. Get in touch to see how 'The A Star System' can support your school. #education #schools #studentsfirst #attendancematters #everychildmatters #everydaycounts

How does your schools attendance for Spring Term 2023/24 look so far? Although it’s important to not get ‘bogged down’ with figures and focus on strategies to improve attendance, it’s good to be mindful of available data for comparison. #attendance #improvingoutcomes #everychildmatters

The National Tutoring Programme (NTP) released its latest statistics today and it’s a story of mixed progress: 👎 A decrease in the number of schools participating in the NTP from 65.7% last year, to just 50.1% today 👍Tutoring for disadvantaged young people has increased slightly, reaching 50.4% this year (up from 47% last year) You can read our full opinion piece here: https://ow.ly/9epK50RIzza #ntp #educationnews

New Education Policy Institute report out on the widening attainment gaps between pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers, compared to pre-pandemic levels. Key findings include: 🔸Since 2019, pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds at ages 5, 11 and 16 have fallen further behind their peers. In primary and secondary phases, the gap has grown by a month since pre-pandemic levels. 🔸Pupils eligible for free school meals are almost two years behind by age 16. 🔸By the end of secondary school, the disadvantage gap widened in all regions since 2019, except in London, where pupils from poorer backgrounds continue to have higher attainment than anywhere else. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eCpcrHi2 Steven Haines | Magic Breakfast | National Tutoring Programme (NTP)

It’s reassuring to see cross-party consensus on the need to extend #tutoring funding past this academic year. All evidence from the National Tutoring Programme (NTP) Tutoring Programme (#NTP) suggests that it benefits pupil attainment and confidence, and boosts the economy. With just three weeks until the #SpringBudget, we urge the Government to listen and review the compelling evidence behind tutoring as an effective and favourable intervention. This article penned by Lord David Blunkett, (Former Labour SoS for education), Robin Walker (former Conservative Schools Minister) and Munira Wilson (LibDem education spokesperson), highlights the need for Government to embed tutoring in our education system. Now is not the time to pull the plug on vital funding for young people’s futures, especially those facing disadvantage. https://lnkd.in/e68mARJz

Although diversity and inclusion often go hand in hand, it is not enough just to recognise diversity. It will often be necessary to actively ensure that everyone feels they are equally valued, represented, have the same high expectations, and that any differences or disadvantages will not hold them back. If this does not happen, it is very easy for a student to feel that they do not belong or are not entitled to the same opportunities. Teacher Success Platform (TSP) will soon be launching our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion courses, ideal for #ITT providers in England to meet the new #ITAP requirement, but equally valuable for teachers in schools, who would benefit from tailored feedback from expert teachers around #EDI. #inclusion #send #diversity #equality #equity #teachers #teacherdevelopment https://lnkd.in/edggePYY

While government action is crucial if we are to close the achievement gap between rich and poor, there are many things schools can do as well. ASCL Primary Specialist Tiffnie Harris offers five principles for building a successful programme in her article in SecEd: https://lnkd.in/eSvAjW93 #education #EducationMatters