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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.

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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.

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Pearson National Teaching Awards

Celebrate outstanding teaching. Explore the Pearson National Teaching Awards, discover inspiring stories, and learn how to nominate exceptional educators.

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Pearson Mocks Service

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. 

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  • It all adds up: a vision for the future of maths

    The latest PISA (Programme for International Student Assessment) findings give us plenty to think about. Average maths performance across OECD countries has fallen by the equivalent of just over a year of learning since 2015. In Scotland, almost one in three pupils did not reach the baseline level of mathematical proficiency.

  • English matters - the MAT perspective

    We were delighted to welcome English leads from Multi Academy Trusts across the country last month to discuss the future of GCSE English.

    Whilst the hottest day of the year meant a quick change from in-person to online, the session was packed full of insightful conversations around the challenges and opportunities facing GCSE English in the months and years ahead. 

  • A new chapter for GCSE English

    What happens when a teenager finishes a great book? If they’re lucky, they find another. But for too many, that’s where the story ends. They hit a wall. In fact, when we surveyed more than 1,000 students aged 13–16* about their reading habits, "I can’t find a book I like" was one of the biggest barriers to reading.

    It’s not a capability issue. Students are confident readers (scoring themselves an average of 3.5 out of 5). It’s a connection issue.

    Earlier this year, we launched This is Lit, a new book club designed to celebrate the best of 21st-century literature during The National Year of Reading 2026. Alongside the launch, we explored what makes today's teenagers tick when it comes to books. What we found provides a different perspective on how we think about student disengagement.

The latest news in school education

  • DfE post‑16 pathways: Implementation Plan update

    Yesterday, the Department for Education (DfE) shared further detail on post-16 qualification reform and implementation timelines. 

    We're sharing the key announcements and what they mean for your curriculum planning, student pathways and qualification choices. 

    What is the Post-16 Pathways reform?

    The Post-16 Pathways reform will introduce new vocational qualification routes in England, including V Levels, Foundation Certificates and Occupational Certificates. The reforms are designed to simplify the post-16 qualifications landscape and provide clearer progression routes for learners.

  • New post-16 qualifications from 2027

    Start planning for the first wave of Pearson's new post-16 Level 2 and Level 3 vocational qualifications for England, with first teaching planned from September 2027.

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