…into commissioning self-funded research to further contribute to the science and knowledge of education research. www.nfer.ac.uk @TheNFER Ipsos MORI interviewed 2,809 school children aged 11-16 in secondary schools (excluding special…
Response to new UCAS data
SUTTON TRUST RESPONDS TO UCAS FIGURES Commenting on the latest UCAS figures, Sutton Trust CEO Dr Lee Elliot Major said: “It is very worrying to see that university applications from…
SUPPORTING PARENTS CAN BOOST HOME LEARNING
…to other schools – please see www.penetwork.co.uk Sir Peter Lampl, Chairman of the Sutton Trust and of the Education Endowment Foundation, said: “We know that the attainment gap between the…
‘EasyPeasy’ parenting app ‘significantly’ improves school readiness skills through games and tips
An app that sends game ideas and tips on child development to mums and dads has been found to improve children’s concentration and their willingness to complete difficult tasks, according…
Better Statements
…competitive university. Dr Jones’ comparison shows that the “personal” element of the personal statement needs to be interpreted carefully. Unsurprisingly, admissions tutors seem to be primarily interested in a student’s…
The Sutton Trust and PRIME call for better engagement in social mobility initiatives
…The Solicitors Regulation Authority now routinely surveys all solicitors on their educational background. Initiatives like PRIME, a commitment to provide fair work experience in the legal sector, and the Sutton…