The impact of COVID-19 on primary assessments
James Pembroke, Data Analyst at Insight/Sig+, analyses the changes and impact of assessment, post-COVID, on schools and pupils in 2022.
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Pearson School & College Report 2026
We’re thrilled to launch the landmark fifth edition of the annual Pearson School & College Report: Foundations for the future.
Drawing on five years of insight from schools and colleges across the UK, the new report brings together the clearest picture yet of learning today and what’s ahead.
What’s really happening in UK colleges today
The new Pearson College & Schools Report reveals how students and tutors see learning today and how colleges are adapting to tech, expectations and careers.
Entries close on the 27th February
Pearson National Teaching Awards
Celebrate outstanding teaching. Explore the Pearson National Teaching Awards, discover inspiring stories, and learn how to nominate exceptional educators.
Curriculum and Assessment Review
A milestone for education and skills in the UK – and it’s just the start. As we turn recommendations into further action, we’ll keep working with students, teachers, partners and sector experts to drive manageable and truly impactful change.
Multi-Academy Trusts
Every trust has a unique set of needs. That’s why we’ll work with you to create the best package of teaching, learning and training solutions for your schools, teachers and learners.
Digital in schools
Our brand-new research with Cebr outlines how investment in digital transformation for state-funded UK schools could make a difference to the future of education and our economy.
Exploring onscreen assessment
We’re drawing on our experience of delivering onscreen assessments in more than 115 countries to shape what’s next for GCSE, International GCSE and A level exams.
As well as already offering onscreen exams in selected subjects, we're working alongside the education community to harness technology where it can positively impact schools' and students' assessment experiences.
Why we’re thoughtfully optimistic about the place of GenAI in education
Generative AI brings into focus the importance of the most human skills, such as creativity and critical thinking.
Find out more about how we’re thinking about the impact of GenAI and AI literacy in education.
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Your Future in Maths: A-Z
From forecasting weather to filming deep seas - exploring students’ Future in Maths with a new film series
When most students think of careers that use maths, what first comes to their minds?
Could it be teaching? Accountancy? Something solitary?
How far does their imagination stretch?
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Why STEAM subjects should be a priority in Primary education
Robert McGregor is a teacher and the founder and director of STEAM Powered Education, created to help children get a head start in Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) through after-school club and holiday workshops in local schools. In this blog, Robert explains the value of a STEAM education in Primary school.
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Clarification of our planned approach for Standards Verification in 2021
We would like to follow up our communication on 25 February and clarify our planned approach for working with you on the Standards Verification process this year.
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Response to joint DfE and Ofqual consultation outcome for Educators
The outcome of the joint Ofqual and Department for Education consultation, which took place in January, has now been announced. As you know, this consultation focused on arrangements for issuing results this year for Ofqual-regulated Vocational and Technical Qualifications, in response to the cancellation of external assessments due to take place in February, March and June 2021. We hope you were able to participate.
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Response to joint DfE and Ofqual consultation outcome
Dear Learners,
How your Vocational Qualifications will be awarded in 2021
We appreciate that the start of this year has been one of uncertainty about your learning and how you will receive your 2021 qualifications. We are now able to let you know how your qualifications will be assessed and rewarded.
