We fact check and explain issues about schools, teacher shortages, childcare, universities, and qualifications.
Education
Cambridge University and the Government have locked horns over plans to reform AS levels. We look at the evidence behind each case. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
OPINION: Education Secretary Michael Gove wrote last month that "survey after survey has revealed disturbing historical ignorance, with one teenager in five believing Winston Churchill was a fictional character while … Read
Economy, Business & Finance
This morning we heard the Queen set out the Government's plans in her speech in the House of Lords. The 2013-14 parliamentary session was opened with the announcement of 19 … Read
Education
Almost a quarter of secondary school maths teachers and more than a third of physics teachers don't hold a relevant post A-level qualification. How concerned should we be? Read
Education
Education and Childcare Minister Liz Truss told MPs yesterday that a third of children lack the necessary language skills to take part at school. What does this mean, and can it be true? Read
Education
The Education Secretary Michael Gove wants the English education system to resemble those of east Asia. Does the data support his plan for a "revolution"? Read
Economy, Business & Finance
This list has now been superseded by our new tool Full Fact Finder. Full Fact constantly draws upon a whole host of resources to show you where facts are from. … Read
Economy, Business & Finance
In the US only one in nine of the fastest growing occupations require a degree. Does the same apply to our country? Read
Economy, Business & Finance
Working parents are set to receive £1,200 a year for every child to help with the rising costs of childcare. But does this cover all other cuts to child support? Read
Education
As the UK faces a crisis in school places, Full Fact hunts for the guilty party. We look at funding and rising birth rates. Read
