Martin Allen, bursar at Christ College, Brecon, discusses the challenges facing his school amid Labour’s plans to impose VAT on school fees, and explains how staff are preparing for the tax should the party come to power.
Alison King, librarian and PSE lead at Kings Monkton School, explains how her school’s offering would be impacted by the pledge to impose VAT on fees – and the wider effects this could have on families and the local community.
Kristina Lewis, deputy head (academic) at Blackheath High School GDST, explains the important role mock elections can play in boosting pupils’ civic participation – particularly among girls, who are underrepresented on the world stage.
On 23 May Alistair Lexden was due to open a Lords debate on independent schools, where he would have condemned Labour's plan to add VAT to fees. The debate was cancelled following the PM's decision to call an election. Here's what he would have said.
Harriet Langdale, director of admissions, marketing and communications at Ampleforth College, looks at what Labour’s VAT plans mean for those military families who are supported by the Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA).
Will Moreland, contingent commander of Canford School’s Combined Cadet Force (CCF), explains how the school’s long history of links with the military provides reassurance and stability for children with parents in the Armed Forces.
Hester Anderson, of Aysgarth School, explains why the provision of independent education for military families is so important in offering stability and continuity for the children of service personnel.
Will Scott, principal at Dame Allan’s Schools in Newcastle, considers the impact of artificial intelligence on teachers and the future of education.
