Department for Education

We're the department for opportunity, mission-driven to break the link between background & success by delivering higher standards of education, training & care

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

@bphillipsonMP Hot weather and heatwaves: guidance for schools and other education settings https://t.co/lpqf0743yI

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

'This hot weather underlines the importance of making our schools fit for the future' - @bphillipsonMP

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

Every young person should be able to go to their local school, with their friends, and get a brilliant education.

@bphillipsonMP explains how we're making sure that happens.

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

There are several ways that schools can make changes to keep children safe in hot weather, especially as children are more at risk of becoming ill with heat-related issues than adults.

The UK Health Security Agency (@UKHSA) has published updated guidance for schools and early years settings to help them.

Here are some important points to support settings during hot weather: https://t.co/kaV8xZDRIv

[Department for Science, Innovation and Technology @SciTechgovuk]

Here's more info on how we are protecting young people online 👇

We’re stepping in to make the online world safer for young people.

Plans announced to ban social media platforms providing services for under-16s — plus stronger protections where it matters most. 🛑

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

📣 Calling all industry professionals!

Your real-world experience could make you a great further education teacher. From healthcare to engineering, help develop the next generation by passing on your skills where they matter most.

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/abMknFpCG1

#TrainOthersinFE

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

Are you skilled in construction? Consider passing on your skills by training others in further education.

It’s a great way to help shape the next generation of talent, strengthen the industry’s future and make a lasting impact.

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/abMknFpCG1

#GiveYourSkillsNewLife

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

.@mcflymusic star and winner of @MaskedSingerUK @itsDannyJones has this message for early years practitioners on #ThankATeacherDay.

Be part of something big: https://t.co/BAp39uXAu4

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

'Without you I think we would all be in a worse off place' - listen to @joeldommett's message to early years practitioners on #ThankATeacherDay.

Be part of something big - https://t.co/BAp39uXAu4

[Bridget Phillipson @bphillipsonMP]

I’m grateful for the work of our teachers every day, but special thanks today.

As Education Secretary, I remain committed to listening to and working with teachers to give children growing up in our country the best start in life.

#ThankATeacherDay

[Georgia Gould @Georgia_Gould]

Great to speak with @BBCWomansHour about our new Experts at Hand service, bringing specialist support directly into schools, early years settings, and post‑16 education.

We are investing £1.8 billion over three years to support teachers, build school capacity, and enable children to access the help they need without having to jump through hoops or wait for a diagnosis.

Click the link below to learn more about the changes you’ll start to see from the September.

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

Some lessons can't be learned in a classroom 🥾🗻

The government's new enrichment framework gives schools and colleges the tools to deliver a wide range of high-quality enrichment offers from music groups and engineering clubs to debating societies and football clubs.

The guidance comes alongside £132.5M investment which will fund new activities and programmes delivered through schools, community programmes, weekend activities and holiday provision – so no matter your background, you get the chance to thrive.

Find out more: https://t.co/Ekydnj5AHZ

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

This government is driving a sea change in the way we approach the early years, and we need the workforce to back it up.

That’s why we’re providing a £4,500 bonus for teachers working in nurseries in some of England's most deprived communities, helping give every child the best start in life.

Our changes are boosting parents’ work choices and children’s life chances.

Find out more: https://t.co/TBdkw4KJxP

@bphillipsonmp

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

Every kid deserves the chance to find their thing. For some, it's this 🎵

The government's new 'Every Child Can' programme is making sure music, arts and creative activities are available to all young people - not just those who can afford it.

Find out more: https://t.co/Ekydnj5AHZ

[Department for Education @educationgovuk]

Children will be given back their childhoods thanks to government action to ban social media platforms from offering services to under-16s, with less time for scrolling and more time for play.

Find out more: https://t.co/XDaM6SyvhE

@JoshMacAlister

[Department for Science, Innovation and Technology @SciTechgovuk]

The UK Government has announced plans to ban social media platforms from providing their services to under 16s.

This is a major step to protect children online – meaning less time to scroll, more time to play, and a safer digital future.

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

We are banning social media access for under 16s.

These days kids must find their feet in a world where technology intrudes into every area of their life.

I just can’t let that go on anymore. So we’re giving children their childhoods back.

[Department for Science, Innovation and Technology @SciTechgovuk]

What does the proposed social media ban for under 16s mean for parents?

Here’s what you need to know 🔽

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

🆕 A free 2-dose MenB vaccine will be available for a limited time from end of July.
Who can have it:
🏫 All current Year 13s
🧑‍🎓 Anyone either starting university as an undergrad or moving into further education halls for the first time in autumn 2026, aged under 25