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20 policiesCoverage from 1 Jan 2025 · Data current as of 5 Jul 2026

Using technology in education

25 Jun 2026

DfE

This document provides guidance and reports for education providers on implementing education technology. UK organisations in education should monitor this guidance for compliance with DfE policy.

Implementation GuidanceCollectionEducation

Proposed outline content for T Levels in sport and social care

8 Jun 2026

DfE

This document proposes the introduction of T Levels in sport and social care for 2028. UK organisations involved in education should monitor the outcomes of the consultation for potential impacts on curriculum development.

Implementation GuidanceOpen consultationEducation

Understanding AI in education: module 1

19 May 2026

DfE

This document provides guidance for school and college staff on using AI in education. UK organisations must follow DfE’s AI policy paper and product safety standards.

Implementation GuidanceGuidanceEducation

Using AI in education settings: support materials

19 May 2026

DfE

This document provides free support materials for staff in schools and colleges regarding the use of generative AI. UK educational organizations should utilize these materials to ensure safe and effective AI integration in their settings.

Implementation GuidanceCollectionEducation

Using AI in education: support for school and college leaders

19 May 2026

DfE

This document provides guidance for school and college leaders on implementing AI safely in educational settings. UK organisations must follow DfE’s AI policy paper and product safety standards when using AI.

Implementation GuidanceGuidanceEducation

Safe use of generative AI in education: module 3

19 May 2026

DfE

This document provides guidance for school and college staff on the safe use of generative AI. UK organisations must follow DfE’s AI policy paper and product safety standards.

Implementation GuidanceGuidanceEducation

Use cases of generative AI in education: module 4

19 May 2026

DfE

This document provides guidance for school and college staff on using generative AI tools. UK organisations must follow DfE’s AI policy paper and product safety standards when implementing AI in education settings.

Implementation GuidanceGuidanceEducation

Interacting with generative AI in education: module 2

19 May 2026

DfE

This document provides guidance for school and college staff on using generative AI. UK organisations must follow DfE’s AI policy paper and product safety standards.

Implementation GuidanceGuidanceEducation

Assistive software funded through Disabled Students’ Allowance

26 Mar 2026

DfE

This document is a consultation on funding changes for assistive software through the Disabled Students’ Allowance. UK organisations should monitor the proposals as they may impact funding strategies for assistive technologies.

Implementation GuidanceClosed consultationEducation

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) and data protection in schools

23 Mar 2026

DfE

This guidance helps schools protect personal data when using generative AI. UK schools must comply with data protection legislation and ensure AI tools are safe for use.

Implementation GuidanceManual SectionEducation

AI and other digital technology in children’s social care

9 Mar 2026

DfE

This document seeks to gather information on the use of AI in children's social care. UK organisations may need to monitor developments and barriers in implementing AI technologies.

Research & AnalysisClosed call for evidencePublic Sector

Generative AI: product safety standards

19 Jan 2026

DfE

This document provides guidance on safety standards for generative AI products in educational settings. UK organisations involved in edtech should ensure their products meet these safety standards.

Implementation GuidanceGuidanceEducation

Education Secretary speech at UK AI for Education Summit

19 Jan 2026

DfE

This speech outlines the government's commitment to integrating AI safely in education. UK organizations must comply with updated safety standards to ensure AI supports learning without replacing human interaction.

Strategy & FrameworksSpeechEducation

UK Education Ministers Council communiqué: 13 November 2025

18 Dec 2025

DfE

This document is a communiqué from the UK Education Ministers Council. It does not contain any compliance obligations for UK organisations.

Strategy & FrameworksPolicy paperEducation

Improve your school's and trust's digital and financial planning

4 Dec 2025

DfE

This document provides guidance for schools and trusts on digital and financial planning. UK organisations must implement technology effectively and utilize AI tools to enhance educational outcomes.

Implementation GuidanceGuidanceEducation

Maximising value for pupils

4 Dec 2025

DfE

This document provides information about the Maximising value for pupils programme. UK organisations in education may use the tools and initiatives to improve resource allocation and budget optimisation.

Implementation GuidancePolicy paperEducation

Employer skills survey 2024

27 Nov 2025

DfE

The document is the Employer Skills Survey 2024. It provides insights into skills needs and training investments relevant for UK organizations.

Research & AnalysisCollectionCross-Sector

Technology in schools survey report: 2024 to 2025

27 Nov 2025

DfE

The document is a survey report on technology in schools for 2024 to 2025. It provides insights that may inform strategic planning for UK educational institutions.

Research & AnalysisResearchEducation

A report on the exercise of IfATE’s relevant functions

27 Nov 2025

DfE

This report details the transition of functions from IfATE to Skills England. UK organisations should be aware of the changes in responsibilities regarding apprenticeships and technical education.

Research & AnalysisCorporate reportEducation

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) in education

12 Aug 2025

DfE

This document sets out the DfE’s position on the use of generative AI in education. UK organisations should consider the implications of generative AI tools in compulsory education settings.

Implementation GuidancePolicy paperEducation