Reading for Writing by Ben Connor
The chicken or the egg. What comes first, reading or writing? In this blog Ben Connor discusses how reading supports successful writing.
From changing qualifications to creating new possibilities
Qualification reform gives us an opportunity to think beyond what needs to change – and focus on what qualifications could make possible for every student.
At Pearson, we’re working alongside educators, students and experts to help shape a future for qualifications built around the people who matter most.
Spotlight on...
Pearson National Teaching Awards
Celebrate outstanding teaching. Explore the Pearson National Teaching Awards, discover inspiring stories, and learn how to nominate exceptional educators.
Independent Schools
Supporting excellence in every learning journey
Every student, teacher and school have unique needs and aspirations. That’s why we’ll work with you to create the best suite of teaching, learning and training solutions for your school.
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.
Multi-Academy Trusts
Supporting transformation and improvement across your trust
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.
2024 Pearson Edexcel GCSE French, German and Spanish Qualifications
The new, 2024 Pearson Edexcel GCSE French, German and Spanish Qualifications are here! Our qualifications focus on building communication confidence and cultural understanding from a foundation of strong vocabulary knowledge to broaden students’ perspectives and opportunities.
Subjects
Introducing ActiveHub
ActiveHub is the next step in digital teaching and learning, bringing together assessment, rich data insights and next generation independent intervention practice to give you the tools you need to help your students reach their full potential. Driven by insights, ActiveHub provides everything on one platform for a powerful online learning experience, anytime, anywhere.
English for every learner
Literacy is more than just the ability to read and write — it’s the foundation for lifelong learning, personal growth, and professional success.
Yet nearly a third of students are starting secondary school without the expected reading levels for their age. This means that an accessible and inclusive English curriculum is now more critical than ever before, and we’re here to help.
Our qualifications and resources are crafted with accessibility and inclusion at their heart, so every student can thrive, achieve and discover the joy of English.
New post-16 qualifications
A key part of the post-16 vocational reforms is the introduction of V Levels, Foundation Certificates and Occupational Certificates for first teach September 2027.
Sector support through reform
Funding for the BTEC extended diplomas in a number of key sectors will be removed in July 2027. Be prepared for transition with our example study programmes, and useful links and resources to support planning conversations.
Offering you More with BTEC Tech Awards
Include vocational learning in your KS4 curriculum with Level 2 BTEC Tech Awards.
Choose from 12 subject areas and deliver each course with confidence, receiving outstanding support from our experts.
Teach with confidence
The new BTEC Nationals resources series are built to support you from day one. Whether you are planning lessons or preparing students for assessment, our Student Books and Complete Packages help you deliver engaging, effective learning.
-
-
Why can’t I see my family in this book? by Sarah Loader
Has representation gone far enough? The short answer to that question is no, there’s a way to go yet. Progress has been made, and the issue of representation is firmly on the agenda, but the generally accepted concepts of reality, which are represented in children’s books, need to continue being pushed. The value lies not only in reflecting everyone’s reality, but in the opportunities for natural, explorative, curious dialogue that those representations provide – useful for those children who may need a voice, but also for widening children’s perspectives and understanding more generally.
-
Reigniting the love of English
English provides young people with the key skills, expertise, knowledge, and understanding that they urgently need to successfully navigate the 21st century and their own futures. And yet, there is no doubt that English as a subject is suffering in schools, colleges, and universities. In this blogpost Dr Rebecca Fisher shares how we can help to reignite a love of English and why this is so important.