UK DfE

Pupil Attendance in Schools, Official Statistics Release

The Department for Education announces the release of official statistics on pupil attendance levels and absence rates in state-funded primary, secondary, and special schools. The statistics will be published on 28 May 2026 at 9:30am. This is an informational release providing data on attendance and absence patterns across UK schools.

Longer Term Destinations 2023/24 Education Statistics

The Department for Education announces the release of Longer Term Destinations 2023/24 statistics, tracking sustained destinations of students who completed Key Stage 4 in 2018/2019 at one, three, and five years after completion. The statistics will be published on 28 May 2026 at 9:30am.

Apprenticeships in England by Industry Characteristics: 2023 to 2024 Statistical Announcement

The Department for Education announced the upcoming release of official statistics on apprenticeship starts and achievements in England covering academic years 2018-2019 through 2023-2024. The statistics are classified as official statistics in development and are scheduled for publication on 28 May 2026 at 9:30am. No regulatory obligations or compliance requirements are associated with this announcement.

Teacher Training Recruitment Cycle Dates 2025-2027

The UK Department for Education has updated guidance on teacher training recruitment cycle dates for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 cycles. The guidance sets out administrative dates and deadlines from October to September each year that all teacher training providers must follow. Changes include updated application rejection times for the 2025-2026 cycle.

College Accounts Direction 2025 to 2026 Updated Guidance

The Department for Education has updated its College Accounts Direction for 2025-2026, setting out financial reporting requirements for further education colleges, sixth form colleges, and designated institutions. Colleges must prepare audited accounts to 31 July 2026, submit accounts and associated documents to DfE by 31 December 2026, and publish accounts on their website by 31 January 2027.