AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEU Education Policy: The European Commission has opened a public Call for Evidence to shape a new Education Package due in November, with three focus areas: basic skills, the EU Teachers Agenda, and support for teachers and training. UK School Discipline: A BBC Panorama spotlight on Cornwall’s Athena Learning Trust renews scrutiny of strict behaviour policies, including high suspensions and “reflection” rooms, as the trust faces dissolution amid criticism. Migration & Schools: Spain’s Ceuta crisis continues to dominate EU debate, with leaders clashing over responsibility and border returns—an issue that also affects education planning for affected families. Academic Freedom: A new ranking highlights declining university autonomy across many countries, with Europe featuring prominently among the highest-protected systems. Student Costs: Ireland’s student living costs keep climbing, with Cork now among the most expensive cities for university students. Digital Safety: New research links earlier social media use with weaker later school outcomes, adding pressure for stronger protections for young learners.
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