John Blake sets out vision to improve equality of opportunity
John was interviewed by national and sector outlets on his plans, and media coverage was wide-reaching.
Last updated: 29 Sep 2022
Media coverageAll information about equality of opportunity
Access and participation shake-up will boost equality of opportunity, says John Blake
The OfS Director for Fair Access and Participation announced plans for a new risk register to identify students who need extra support to get the help they need from universities and colleges.
Last updated: 28 Sep 2022
Press releasePartnerships to increase equality of opportunity for all students
Universities and colleges will be expected to work with employers, schools and charities to increase equality of opportunity for all students.
Last updated: 27 Sep 2022
Blog postUni Connect programme reaches one million young people
The next phase of the Uni Connect programme will focus on supporting universities and colleges to partner with schools to raise the academic attainment of young people, the OfS has announced today.
Last updated: 21 Sep 2022
Press releaseAttainment raising: A toolkit
This toolkit provides information on and support with planning activities and interventions to raise attainment in students from Years 7 to 11.
Last updated: 21 Sep 2022
PublicationIndependent evaluation of Uni Connect’s impact on outcomes
The OfS commissioned an independent evaluation of the Uni Connect programme’s impact on outcomes for learners.
Last updated: 21 Sep 2022
PublicationUni Connect annual report: Phase two (August 2020 to July 2021)
This report showcases achievements of Uni Connect during phase two, year two, of the programme, from August 2020 to July 2021.
Last updated: 21 Sep 2022
PublicationUni Connect: Programme guidance from 1 August 2022
This document provides guidance for those involved in the Uni Connect programme from 1 August 2022 onwards. It sets out details of how the Office for Students (OfS) will manage the programme and our expectations of the Uni Connect partnerships.
Last updated: 08 Sep 2022
PublicationOfS appoints LSE Enterprise to evaluate projects to improve international students’ educational experience
The Office for Students (OfS) has commissioned LSE Enterprise as external evaluators of work designed to improve the integration and experience of international students in UK higher education.
Last updated: 23 Aug 2022
Our newsThe emancipatory promise of education
The OfS’s Director for Fair Access and Participation, John Blake, argues that raising students’ attainment is about supporting young people to gain the knowledge and skills they need to succeed.
Last updated: 04 Jul 2022
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