Explore our latest articles, guides, and insights. This collection of resources helps you stay informed, make smarter decisions, and discover useful knowledge in the field of education and beyond.
A clear, parent-friendly guide to how UK schools handle safeguarding. Learn what safeguarding really involves, how schools protect pupils every day, what the DSL does, how concerns are handled, and how parents can work with schools to keep children safe.
A clear, parent-friendly guide to UK school attendance rules. Learn what counts as authorised or unauthorised absence, when fines apply, and how to avoid attendance issues. Includes real examples and practical advice.
Learn how UK schools support autistic pupils with practical guidance for parents and teachers. Understand autism in education, from classroom strategies to EHCPs, and discover how to help every child thrive.
Understand the UK school curriculum with this complete guide to Key Stages. Learn what each stage means, what pupils learn, and how progress is assessed — an essential resource for UK parents and teachers.
Prepare confidently for your UK teacher interview with this complete guide. Learn how to research schools, answer questions with real examples, and understand what interviewers are truly looking for.
Learn how to read UK school reports and grades with confidence. Understand what “working towards expectations” really means, how to interpret teacher comments, and how to support your child before grades become a concern.
Is your child struggling at school? Learn what to do before hiring a tutor — from talking with teachers and identifying learning gaps to building confidence and using free support. A practical guide for UK parents.
Confused about school catchment areas and admissions appeals in the UK? This easy-to-read parent’s guide explains how catchments work, what to do if your child doesn’t get a place, and how to prepare a strong appeal — with real examples and expert advice.
Learn how to get Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK — with step-by-step guidance, routes for primary, secondary, and overseas teachers, funding advice, and official links. The complete guide for aspiring teachers.
Confused by the many types of schools in the UK? This complete parent’s guide explains the differences between academies, community, free, faith, special, and independent schools — with real examples and links to explore each school type on AllSchools.
