We have compiled the most important education news nationwide for November 2018 to keep you up-to-date on the most pressing issues affecting children and their schooling. Whether it’s reports on the benefits of tuition, government-led school reforms, research surveys of exams, or hard-hitting journalism about the social aspects of education in the UK, you’ll be the first to know!
29th November – Unconditional offers are on the rise
The number of unconditional offers being made by universities is increasing, with over 68,000 unconditional offers being made in 2018 alone. This is controversial, especially among school teachers who argue that unconditional offers can leave students lacking motivation and putting in minimal effort.
25th November – Public School attempts to widen access
Concerns that public schools are becoming increasingly out of the question for many middle class families has led to one school cutting its fees by 10%. Millfield school, which currently charges over £38,000 a year for its boarders, is said to be slashing its fees in order to open itself up to middle class British families. Headmaster Gavin Horgan wants to increase the number of free places the school offers and is calling upon other schools to do the same.
19th November – Children might understand the current career market better than their parents
Gwen Byrom, President of the Girls’ School Association, is urging parents not to intervene in their children’s career ambitions. Many parents do not understand the current jobs’ market, she claims, and therefore should not let their outdated opinions influence their children’s career decisions.
17th November – The University of Sunderland looks to build a more socially inclusive generation of medics
The University of Sunderland will be opening a medical school next year with the aim to break down social barriers to medicine. The university will go into local schools to enlighten pupils on the range of degrees, including medicine, that are available to them.
13th November – Top Tips for your UCAS Personal Statement
Writing your personal statement can often been the most tricky part of any UCAS application. With contributions from the director of admissions at Cambridge University and university graduates, this article might help you decide what you really need to include to persuade a university you deserve an offer.
5th November – Reasons to board
Boarding schools often get a bad rap, but there are dozens of good reasons to send your child to one.
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/family/schooling/dorm-dilemma-sending-child-away/
2nd November – Degrees could be priced based upon earning potential
Tuition fees at England’s universities could be differentiated depending on subject and potential earning. Headed by Philip Auger, the Prime Minister’s Review of Post-18 education is considering a sliding scale in tuition fees from £6,500 to £13,500 dependent on which courses could lead to higher earnings for its graduates. This is of course just speculation and we won’t know the likelihood of this happening until after the report is published next year.
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