ISC Daily News Summary

ISC Daily News Summary 26 July 2019

Almost two-thirds of Boris Johnson's cabinet attended private schools, research finds

Independent sector

Research conducted by the Sutton Trust has revealed that 64 per cent of Boris Johnson's cabinet ministers were privately-educated. By Catherine Lough, Tes.


'Trips abroad enhance student learning'

Teaching and learning

Writing in Tes, Melvyn Roffe, principal of George Watson's College in Edinburgh, argues overseas school trips are "vital" to pupils' development.


Nick Gibb to continue role as schools minister

Education policy

It was confirmed yesterday that Nick Gibb will be continuing his tenure as schools minister at the Department for Education. By Freddie Whittaker, Schools Week.


Shadow education secretary: 'Only Labour can offer the UK real optimism'

Education policy

Writing in The Guardian, Angela Rayner, the shadow education secretary, expresses concern about Boris Johnson's political agenda, and outlines how the Labour Party intends to bring positive change to the country.


New PM urged to support physical education in schools

General education

Chief executives representing more than 30 sports have written a letter to Boris Johnson calling for his support in tackling the inactivity crisis among young people. By Jeremy Wilson, The Telegraph.


School exclusions reach highest level in almost a decade, research shows

General education

Figures published by the Department for Education show the number of permanent exclusions rose to 7,900 in 2017-18, the largest number since 2008-09. By Rosemary Bennett, The Times.


'Is it better to take a gap year after university?'

Higher education

The Guardian explores the potential benefits of delaying a gap year until after graduation. By Tess Reidy.


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