Media releases and news
As a charity and leader in vocational and technical learning, we want to drive change in the sector.
Read our latest news, press releases and updates to discover how we’re shaping smarter learning and working for a fairer educational system.
Innovation fund offers up to £125k to transform assessment and vocational education
Supported by NCFE and Ufi VocTech Trust, the latest round of funding for the Assessment Innovation Fund has opened today (17 February), looking for ideas to improve assessment within vocational education.
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Special recognition award to mark 80th anniversary of groundbreaking industry qualifications
The CACHE Outstanding Achievement award will celebrate learners, educators and frontline workers in education, early years and social care who have gone above and beyond to help others and have shown dedication to their profession.
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Expert judging panel revealed for national education awards
An impressive panel of education, skills, and media leaders has been assembled to judge the 2025 Aspiration Awards – a national celebration of those doing exceptional things in education.
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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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New qualification addresses growing demand for baby care expertise
The Level 3 Award in Working with Babies and Young Children Under 2 Years has been developed to close the gap in specialist training, equipping practitioners with the skills needed to meet the unique needs of infants and toddlers.
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Leading awarding organisation partners with international esports expert to develop specialist pathways into the sector
The partnership aims to provide high-quality qualifications to learners across the UK and beyond, creating specialist pathways into the world of esports including artificial intelligence, event management, business, and coaching.
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Pilot seeks to take learners into the metaverse
Metaverse Learning has been awarded £50k by the Assessment Innovation Fund, supported by NCFE and Ufi VocTech Trust, for its pilot seeking to overcome limitations with virtual reality by delivering more tailored learning experiences.
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National awards celebrating stories at the heart of education open for nominations
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Aspiration Awards, a national celebration of the outstanding achievements of learners, apprentices, educators, support staff, and educational institutions across the UK.
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