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Every child achieving and thriving (via the DfE)

The UK government’s new white paper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving, sets out a broader vision for education in England. Published on 23 February 2026, it argues that schools should not be judged only by academic results, but by how well they help children thrive, belong and prepare for adult life.

Nearly One Million Young People Are NEET… Here’s What We’re Missing

When a young person says, “I don’t know what to do with my life,” what they often mean is something far more painful: “I’m not sure I believe I can.”

New ONS data: 957k people are NEET

The new ONS data shows why this matters now. The latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) release lands with a familiar punch in the stomach: we are edging back towards a number nobody wants to see.

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Empowering Futures: Why One Degree’s Mentoring Campaign Matters and How You Can Help

When young people face barriers at school, the ripple effects can be far-reaching. Lack of support in academics and self-belief can influence not only exam results but also wider opportunities. That’s where One Degree steps in.

Mentor Profiles for OD26

Volunteers are the Heart of One DegreeAt One Degree, our mentors, ambassadors, and teachers are more than just volunteers – they’re lifelines for students often overlooked in their schools and communities.

Online Mentors Needed Mon-Sun!

Our earliest One Degree programme launch in 16 years is here – and it proves the demand is back and growing!

Mizuho EMEA announces partnership with One Degree to support the expansion of innovative mentoring programme

Mizuho EMEA’s Markets business is partnering with One Degree, a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering individuals from less advantaged backgrounds in boroughs surrounding the City of London.

Understanding GCSEs: An Outsider’s Perspective

When I arrived in the UK in 2014, I had no idea what GCSEs were. The closest comparison in South Africa, where I grew up, would be ‘Matric exams’, but GCSEs are different in scope and timing. They serve as a significant milestone for students—opening doors to further education, apprenticeships, and even influencing early career […]

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