Abode2

U.S. Department of Education Rescinds Guidance on English Learners’ Rights 29.09.25

The U.S. Department of Education has officially rescinded the 2015 “Dear Colleague” guidance, a key document that outlined the rights of English learners and provided schools with instructions on serving these students under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act….

Modern Foreign Languages Education in the UK 15.09.25

Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) education in the UK faces ongoing challenges, including declining student participation, teacher shortages, and socioeconomic disparities. At A-level, entries for French and German have dropped significantly, with fewer than 3% of students studying these languages, while…

Confucius Institutes in UK Face New Pressures Under Free Speech Regulations 11.08.25

Confucius Institutes—centres for Chinese language and culture backed by the Chinese government—are coming under fresh scrutiny at 20 UK universities, as new rules on campus free speech raise concerns about foreign influence in higher education. The Office for Students (OfS),…

Drop in A-Level Language Study Prompts Call for Reform 04.08.25

A new report from the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) and Duolingo has raised concerns about the sharp decline in language learning across England’s secondary schools. According to the findings, fewer than 3% of A-level entries now involve modern or…

Language Education Today: Global Trends and Challenges in 2025 29.07.25

Language education continues to evolve worldwide, with schools and governments grappling with how best to equip students for a multilingual future amid technological change and shifting demographics. Across continents, there is a clear surge in demand for bilingual and multilingual…

Visa Delays Leave UK Language Schools Struggling to Stay Afloat 21.07.25

UK English language schools are reporting severe financial and operational strain as student visitor visa processing times double, rising from an average of 2–3 weeks to 6–8 weeks. The delays are hitting hardest during the summer peak—typically the most lucrative…

Revival of Ancestral Language Learning Gains Momentum in Australia 14.07.25

A quiet yet powerful cultural revival is sweeping across Victoria, Australia, as more people embrace the study of their ancestral languages to reconnect with their heritage and family roots. This growing trend—seen across communities with Greek, Maltese, Italian, and other…

Curriculum Reforms Highlight the Future of Language Education in the UK 07.07.25

The 2025 Curriculum and Assessment Review has placed renewed emphasis on the value of language learning within a broad and inclusive educational framework. Recognising the importance of linguistic skills in today’s globalised world, the review proposes that all students should…

Scottish Languages Bill Advances, Granting Scots Official Status 30.06.25

The Scottish Parliament has passed the Scottish Languages Bill, officially recognising Scots alongside Gaelic. This new legislation requires Scots to be included in the school curriculum and sets educational standards aimed at promoting the use of the language. While the…

Language Schools

Categories

Enter your dream destination