AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPisa Shock (UK nations): New OECD PISA 2025 results show England leading the UK in maths, reading and science, while Wales is nearly two years behind, with gaps of about 40 points in science and 36–38 in maths/reading; Scotland also lands “significantly below” England in the core subjects, with staffing shortages reported by more than half of Scots headteachers. NEET Push (work experience): The DWP is rolling out “Opening Shift” with major retailers (Tesco, John Lewis, Greggs, Costa and others) offering 2–4 week placements to 18–24-year-olds on Universal Credit, with interviews at the end and Universal Credit continuing during the scheme. SEND/Alternative Provision (new setting): A specialist education centre, Vesta Education in Halton, has opened to support 11–17s who struggle to access mainstream schooling, including EOTAS, EBSA and SEND learners, with small-group teaching plus therapeutic support. Welfare Debate (PIP cuts): New polling suggests only 7% back PIP cuts for unemployed claimants, while support for disability benefits remains high, as DWP prepares further PIP reform recommendations. Royal Education (Eton start): Prince George begins his first day at Eton College, moving from Lambrook School. Fraud Innovation (education-adjacent): SuperTech launches an Open Innovation Lab to tackle fraud using cross-sector partners including Aston University.
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