ISC Daily News Summary

A study by the Institute of Student Employers has found the top graduate schemes are over-represented by former independent school pupils. By Olivia Rudgard, The Telegraph.

Stephen Lehec, headmaster of Kingston Grammar School, has said schools should keep in touch with former pupils to check up on their mental wellbeing. By Camilla Turner, The Telegraph.

The Daily Mail features an interview with David Ejim-McCubbin, a recipient of a life-changing bursary provided by Rugby School in partnership with the Eastside Young Leaders' Academy, which helps young people from disadvantaged communities secure a good education. By Helen Weathers.

Angela Rayner MP, Shadow Education Secretary, will announce plans to axe the free schools programme, in a keynote speech at the Labour Party Conference. By Ashley Cowburn, The Independent.

Schools Week details the nine policies set out in Angela Rayner's speech.

The Times details information on saving and planning ahead to pay for the cost of a private education. By Annabelle Williams, The Times. References the Independent Schools Council.

Dr Bernard Trafford, a former independent school headteacher and past chair of HMC, argues that forcing pupils to take part in voluntary activities will not work. Tes.

The Royal Pigeon Racing Association (RPRA) has launched an initiative with UK primary schools, which teachers say has helped pupils learn traditional school subjects and feel more included in the classroom. By Ellie Rust, The Telegraph.