Fine schools whose pupils fail to pass GCSE maths and English, says thinktank
Policy Exchange says levy should be used to help pay for subsequent exam resits at further education colleges
University league tables 2016
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http://www.theguardian.com/education/ng-interactive/2015/may/25/university-league-tables-2016
GCSE results day: hard work pays off for pupils at Birmingham academy
For teachers at Perry Beeches the Academy, the success of students who have overcome disadvantage and adversity is particularly rewarding
The year abroad 2.0: how technology is changing foreign study
Technology can help combat loneliness – but won’t solve all the problems you encounter
Top 10 podcasts to help you learn a language
From videos in Japanese to news in German, language blogger Lindsay Dow recommends her favourite podcasts to keep you motivated and inspired while improving your skills
http://www.theguardian.com/education/2015/feb/09/top-podcasts-learning-language-german-japanese
What do universities look for in a BTec student?
If you didn’t take the traditional A-level route at sixth form, you can still go to university. Here’s what admission tutors are looking for
http://www.theguardian.com/education/2015/jul/24/what-do-universities-look-for-in-a-btec-student
University league tables 2016
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http://www.theguardian.com/education/ng-interactive/2015/may/25/university-league-tables-2016
A-levels, BTecs or an IB: which is right for you?
There is a range of routes available to sixth-formers and college students – choosing which to take comes down to your personal priorities
http://www.theguardian.com/education/2015/jul/23/a-levels-btecs-or-an-ib-which-is-right-for-you
Philosophical discussions boost pupils’ maths and literacy progress, study finds
Primary school pupils across England take part in trial as part of ‘philosophy for children’ study, with pupil-led discussions on topics such as fairness and bullying
http://www.theguardian.com/education/2015/jul/10/philosophy-for-children-pupils-maths-literacy
Highly trained, respected and free: why Finland’s teachers are different
Extensive training is the basis for giving teachers the autonomy to work the way they want. The result is a highly prized profession and an education system always near the top in international rankings