Statistics from the Department for Education reveal a 25% drop in independent schools choosing to enter pupils for key stage 2 Sats tests. By Helen Ward, Tes. Quotes Christopher King, chief executive of the Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS).

Andrew Maiden looks at how proprietor schools can be 'strategically fleet of foot', in iExcellence Magazine.

Case studies are included from Old Vicarage School, Claires Court Schools and Mead School.

Education Secretary, Damian Hinds MP, has dismissed the claim that this year's tougher GCSEs have caused mental health problems for pupils. By Martin George, Tes.

There has been further coverage about Kent Test rules, quoting Neil Roskilly, CEO of the Independent Schools Association. By Eleanor Busby, The Independent.

A survey by YouGov has shown a stark gender gap in the subjects that boys and girls most enjoy - with art showing the biggest difference of opinion. By Will Hazell, Tes.

A report by the Fair Education Alliance reveals little progress has been made in closing the attainment gap between the most advantaged and disadvantaged students. By Eleanor Busby, The Independent.

Photojournalist, Kate Shaw, outlines how to identify pupils with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Tes.

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