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Education Professional Bodies, Trade Associations and Government
Organisations
Below is a list of some of the bodies/organisations in the Education
Industry where you can find out specific industry-information and
seek further qualifications.
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Association of Teachers' Websites, The (ATW)
The ATW is an association of websites created by the real experts - teachers. Visit this site for links to approved sites covering all curriculum areas and key stages, educational resources, photocopiable teaching materials, online teaching resources. All this is available to you completely free.
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British Educational Communications & Technology Agency (BECTA)
The Government's lead agency for ICT in education. It supports the UK Government and national organisations in the use and development of ICT in education to raise standards, widen access, improve skills and encourage effective management. Go online to find out more about the organisation and what services are on offer.
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Department for Education and Skills, The (DFES)
From the Government, the DFES site aims to supply information on employment and training combined with information about what the government is providing in this area. Whether you are an adult learner, employer, jobseeker or teacher, visit their site for news and resources.
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HM Inspectorate of Education (HMIE)
Through collating, analysing and publishing evidence from their evaluations, they inform parents, schools, colleges and other providers of education and the Scottish Ministers about standards and quality in education. Visit the website to find out more about their inspections and the general publications produced by HMIE.
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Independent Schools Council information service (ISC)
A website for the UK schools accredited by the Independent Schools Council. Use it to find the right school for your family. Go online for a school search, news, a services directory, a list of available publications and useful links. This site is provided and maintained by the Independent Schools Council information service.
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National Association for Primary Education (NAPE)
The campaigning charity for Primary Education in the UK. Browse their website and find out all the work that NAPE does on behalf of children aged 3 to 13 years. NAPE rely on members' subscriptions, sponsorship and major events such as the Festival of Voices. They also publish a termly digest included on this website.
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National Curriculum
This is the Government's definitive Curriculum site for teachers. This site links every National Curriculum programme of study requirement to high-quality, relevant teaching resources. There are hundreds of great resources here, including QCA/DfES scheme of work units and QCA exemplification.
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Office for Standards in Education (OFSTED)
For detailed information on the organisation, the inspection process, complaints, announcements and events see the OFSTED website. You can also access reports, advice and guidance. Ofsted news is your one-stop shop for keeping up to date with information published on this site.
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Qualifications and Curriculum Authority, The (QCA)
A guardian of standards in education and training. QCA work with others to maintain and develop the school curriculum and associated assessments, and to accredit and monitor qualifications in schools, colleges and at work. They also provide national data, information, guidance and support for those working in education and training.
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