Features and opinion
We combine 175 years of education experience with deep insight into current and future needs.
Read thought-provoking original features and opinions by our in-house subject specialists, as well as from our expert partners and collaborators.
Why would you want to work in early years?
Janet King, Sector Manager for Education and Childcare at NCFE, explores the challenges in recruiting and retaining early years educators, highlighting how we can tackle stigma and foster professional pride to inspire the next generation.
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What we've learned from investing £1 million in assessment innovation
From AI-driven feedback to VR simulations, the Assessment Innovation Fund (AIF) has invested £1 million in pioneering projects that are reshaping the future of assessment. Here, Dean Blewitt reflects on the fund’s impact so far.
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Diary of an Apprentice: my journey with dyslexia and ADHD
In this instalment of her Diary of an Apprentice series, our Innovation Project Manager, Sakina Khan, discusses her experience of navigating life and studying a Level 7 apprenticeship with dyslexia and ADHD.
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Before you click that link, always think!
Our Information Security Manager, Ben Stobbs, delves into the dangers of phishing, explaining what it is and the warning signs to be aware of. He also shares practical tips and essential precautions to help you protect yourself online.
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Apprenticeships vs. university: finding the right pathway for your future
At NCFE, we’re gearing up to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week by bringing you the latest information and statistics to guide your decision on whether studying an apprenticeship is right for you.
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Raising the bar for baby care: how specialist training can help practitioners meet the needs of under twos
Education and early years expert Janet King highlights how NCFE's newly launched Level 3 qualification aims to enhance practitioners' skills, improve care standards, and support early childhood development.
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Life lessons from The Traitors: how transferable skills help us to thrive
Discover how TV sensation The Traitors showcases essential transferable skills such as teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving, and learn why these skills matter and how they’re developed through education and work.
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Helping to level the playing field with our Social Impact Fund
At the heart of our core purpose to promote and advance learning lies a commitment to ensuring that no learner is left behind. That’s why we’re proud to highlight the difference made by our Social Impact Fund.
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