The Scottish Government reported that participation in school instrumental music tuition rose to more than 70,000 learners after fees were abolished and annual investment of up to £12 million continued.
The Scottish Government announced that early samples of new curriculum materials had been shared with councils as part of the most significant Scottish curriculum reform in more than a decade.
The Scottish Government committed £214,000 for anti-racism education in schools during 2026 to 2027.
The Welsh Government announced £15 million to begin expanding free school meals to secondary pupils in households receiving Universal Credit, with plans to remove the income limit.
The Welsh Government announced that it will issue statutory guidance to schools on restricting mobile phone use during the school day.
The Welsh Government announced that Initial Teacher Education incentives for priority secondary subjects will rise by £5,000 to £20,000 from September 2026.
The Department for Education updated guidance confirming that from the start of the 2026 to 2027 academic year, all children in households receiving Universal Credit will be entitled to a free school meal in covered settings.
The Department for Education announced first-of-its-kind guidance on dedicated teaching and support spaces for children and young people with SEND.
The government announced plans for a new deal for young people, including a stronger focus on youth apprenticeships and action against poor-quality university courses.
The Department for Education announced more than £8 million a year for early years safeguarding, including 3,000 additional unannounced Ofsted nursery visits, stronger checks and faster action.