Use the left-hand menu to view policy and associated guidance relating to issues in primary education.

Education reform 2010 updates:

• 'The importance of teaching' Schools White Paper 2010 (November 2010)
• Government statement (August 2010) outlining the current status of the primary curriculum and primary languages.

You will also find information on:

• Recent reviews examining the primary national curriculum
• Excellence and enjoyment support for teaching bilingual learners in primary schools...
• Guidance on the duty to promote community cohesion introduced under the Education and Inspections Act and...
• A pathway to career development in teaching with revised professional standards.