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Pearson has been awarded two new contracts to deliver T Levels in Health and Science, strengthening their position as the largest provider of these technical qualifications in the UK.

The interim report is an important step towards better preparing young people for the future. We’re pleased to see recognition of many of the key areas that need to be addressed and encourage the government to go further during the next stage of the review in order to ensure high standards for all and drive the meaningful change young people deserve. 

Thousands of post-16 learners are caught in a cycle of resit failure and fatigue for GCSE English and maths, chasing a Grade 4 that is supposed to signal the level of English language and mathematical skills they need to be successful in future study or the workplace.

Pearson has appointed Freya Thomas Monk to the role of Managing Director, Pearson Qualifications. 

Pearson is proud to continue its partnership with WorldSkills UK, as the UK confirms its place at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, set to take the global stage in Shanghai, China, in September 2026.

Debates about whether the English curriculum is meeting the needs of all students are nothing new, but in 2025, alongside our Curriculum and Assessment Review thinking, Pearson is setting a course for change: for an English that works in every classroom, for every learner. We know that, at its best, English unlocks knowledge, nurtures empathy and values diverse voices. We also know this vital subject is being challenged by pressures like never before.

We've been carrying out extensive research and working with hundreds of teachers, learners, parents and stakeholders across the country to develop a clear view of the challenges facing GCSE science education and what is needed to address these.

LONDON – 9 January 2025 – An annual investment of approximately £130 million a year in technology in schools over the next decade would deliver an economic benefit to the UK of up to £8.7 billion. For every £1 invested, technology in schools would bring a return of up to £7.90, benefiting both the education sector and the growth of the economy.

On 12 December 2024, the DfE published the outcomes of the Review of Qualifications Reform at Level 3 in England. This confirms which qualifications will be funded for 16–19 learners in England for the academic years 2025/26 and 2026/27.