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Department for Education

24 quarterly returns published on GOV.UK, covering quarters from 1 January 2022 to 31 March 2026; 5,744 recorded ministerial meetings read from the meetings files.

Returns, latest first

QuarterPublishedFiles
1 January 2026 to 31 March 202625 June 2026Travel · Meetings (223 rows read)
1 October 2025 to 31 December 202524 March 2026Meetings (not read) · Meetings (156 rows read)
1 July 2025 to 30 September 202516 December 2025Travel · Meetings (130 rows read)
1 April 2025 to 30 June 202530 October 2025Travel · Meetings (212 rows read)
1 January 2025 to 31 March 20251 July 2025Travel · Meetings (150 rows read)
1 October 2024 to 31 December 202427 March 2025Travel · Meetings (128 rows read)
1 July 2024 to 30 September 202430 January 2025Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality
1 April 2024 to 30 June 202428 November 2024Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read)
1 January 2024 to 31 March 202429 August 2024Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read)
1 October 2023 to 31 December 202321 March 2024Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read)
1 July 2023 to 30 September 202314 December 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (134 rows read)
1 April 2023 to 30 June 202319 October 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (137 rows read)
1 January 2023 to 31 March 202320 July 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (203 rows read)
1 October 2022 to 31 December 202211 April 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (125 rows read)
1 July 2022 to 30 September 202211 April 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (104 rows read)
1 April 2022 to 30 June 202227 October 2022Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (156 rows read)
1 January 2022 to 31 March 202217 August 2022Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (235 rows read)
quarter not stated in the title4 February 2022Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (124 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (143 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (187 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (261 rows read)
quarter not stated in the title14 September 2020Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (211 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (305 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (229 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (169 rows read)
quarter not stated in the title21 June 2019Gifts · Meetings (85 rows read) · Hospitality · Travel · Gifts · Meetings (149 rows read) · Hospitality · Travel · Gifts · Meetings (130 rows read) · Hospitality · Travel · Gifts · Meetings (257 rows read) · Hospitality · Travel
quarter not stated in the title28 June 2018Gifts · Meetings (201 rows read) · Hospitality · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (166 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (223 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (220 rows read)
quarter not stated in the title30 June 2017Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (194 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (74 rows read) · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (38 rows read) · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read)
quarter not stated in the title8 July 2016Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (not read) · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (not read) · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (not read) · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (190 rows read) · Travel
quarter not stated in the title15 October 2015Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (not read) · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (not read) · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (not read) · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (95 rows read) · Travel

Most recorded counterparts

Counted by rows in the meetings files, with the counterpart cell exactly as the department wrote it. The same organisation written two ways is two lines here; nothing is merged by resemblance.

Counterpart, as recordedMeetingsFirstLatest
Universities UK675 September 201725 June 2025
Russell Group4812 July 201812 May 2025
Association of Colleges354 December 201819 February 2026
National Education Union327 March 201811 September 2025
Confederation of School Trusts3017 October 20189 September 2025
Catholic Education Service288 January 20189 February 2026
Church of England2727 November 201712 February 2026
NASUWT2718 April 201817 November 2022
National Association of Head Teachers2526 February 20188 September 2025
Association of Directors of Children's Services221 July 20204 February 2026
Local Government Association2124 October 20185 February 2026
Association of School and College Leaders2012 December 20179 September 2025
Office for Students1922 October 201818 May 2023
National Union of Students1827 November 201715 May 2025
Teach First1816 November 201722 March 2022
University and College Union181 November 20174 December 2024
Confederation of School Trusts, Association of School and College Leaders, National Association of Headteachers1721 January 202114 June 2021
Early Years Alliance153 October 201926 February 2026
Education union leaders (National Association of HeadTeachers, Association of School and College Leaders, National Association of Schoolmasters and Union of Women Teachers, National Education Union)159 January 202323 March 2023
Exams Taskforce with Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation, Exam Boards, Unions and Sector representatives1517 August 202022 September 2020

Recorded meetings, most recent 300

DateMinisterMetPurpose, as recordedFile
1 May 2029Janet DabyBaronness Anne LongfieldTo discuss the promotion of family group decision making in cases of potential adoption breakdownCSV
26 March 2026Georgia GouldCouncil for Disabled ChildrenRoundtable discussion on SEND ReformsCSV
26 March 2026Georgia GouldAmbitious About Autism, SEND Sanctuary, Sunningdale School, Contact, Downs Syndrome Association, Kids, Council for Disabled Children, Sense, Speech and Language UK, Challenging Behaviour Foundation, University of Birmingham, Natspec, Rochdale Local Authority, Cause Communications, WellChild, Children�s Hospital School, Mencap, The National Network of Parent Carer Forums, The Children�s Trust, Together for Short Lives, West Kirby Educational Trust, Leicestershire County CouncilRoundtable consultation on SEND reforms and Complex NeedsCSV
25 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonLift Schools, Bourne Educational Trust, Woodland Academy Trust, Purposeful Ventures, EdTechnical, Jacobs Foundation, EEF, Chartered College of Teaching, Educate Ventures Research, Oak Academy, Gates Foundation, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Wellington College Education, Ofsted, Children's Commissioner for EnglandStakeholder Group to discuss AI tutors in educationCSV
25 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonUNISONIntroductory meeting with incoming UNISON General SecretaryCSV
25 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonSir David BellTo discuss tackling antisemitism in schools and collegesCSV
25 March 2026Georgia GouldA Parent of a deaf childDiscussion on integrating BSL support into examinationsCSV
25 March 2026Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Council for Disabled Children, National Association of Special Educational Needs, Olive Academies, Dingley's Promise, Heart of Worcestershire College, Aylsham High School, Disabled Children's Partnership, Let Us Learn Too, Global Child and Maternal Healthm The Difference, National Network of Parent Carer ForumsPart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult organisations related to the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
25 March 2026Josh MacAlisterUnited Nations Children's Fund UK Youth Advisory BoardTo discuss shared priorities on children's rightsCSV
25 March 2026Josh MacAlisterCitizens UKTo discuss children in care with unresolved immigration issuesCSV
24 March 2026Georgia GouldA collection of local SEND FamiliesRoundtable to discuss SEND reforms and delivering inclusive support in mainstream settingsCSV
20 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonUNICEF UK, Child Poverty Action Group Scotland, Joseph Rowntree Foundation, NSPCC Scotland, Save the Children Scotland, Aberlour Children's Charity, Poverty Alliance, Coalition for Racial Equality and Rights, One Parent Families Scotland, Children 1st, Trussell Trust Scotland?Roundtable to discuss the impact of removing the two?child limit in Scotland and the work of the Child Poverty taskforceCSV
19 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonMulberry Schools TrustTo discuss religious education (RE) in the curriculumCSV
19 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonUniversity of Exeter, Edinburgh University, Sheffield Hallam University, University College LondonRoundtable with academics to discuss foreign interference in higher educationCSV
19 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonNational Association of Schoolmasters and Union of Women Teachers (NASUWT)Regular meeting with union to discuss priorities for educationCSV
19 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonAilbhe Rea, Political Editor, New StatesmanTo discuss priorities for educationCSV
18 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonRace Equality Engagement GroupRoundtable to discuss race inequalities in education and supporting the transition to workCSV
18 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonBBCTo discuss opportunities to collaborate on education prioritiesCSV
18 March 2026Josh MacAlisterPurposeful VenturesTo discuss children who are deprived of their liberty and opportunities for collaboration on the issueCSV
18 March 2026Seema MalhotraRace Equality Engagement GroupRoundtable to discuss race inequalities in education and supporting the transition to workCSV
17 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonStonewallTo discuss current priorities in LGBT+ policyCSV
17 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonNorwich Hebrew CongregationTo discuss the Department's efforts to tackle antisemitism in schools and collegesCSV
17 March 2026Georgia GouldRoyal Shakespeare SocietyDiscussion on the launch of the Shakespeare Curriculum digital platformCSV
16 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonTom McTague, Editor in Chief, New Statesman; Pippa Bailey, Executive Editor, New Statesman; Ailbhe Rae, Political Editor, New Statesman; Rachel Cunliffe, Associate Political Editor, New Statesman; Anoosh Chakelian, Britain Editor, New StatesmanTo discuss priorities for educationCSV
16 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonNational Education Union (NEU)Routine engagement with union to discuss priorities for educationCSV
16 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonNational Association of Head Teachers (NAHT)Routine engagement with union to discuss priorities for educationCSV
13 March 2026Jacqui SmithRecruitment and Employment Confederation, Logistics UK, Federation of Master Builders, British Retail Consortium, Hospitality, Business in the Community, Chartered Institute of Personnel and DevelopmentPre-briefing stakeholders ahead of the Youth Guarantee and Growth and Skills Levy announcements on 16 MarchCSV
13 March 2026Jacqui SmithSmall Business Britain, Enterprise Nation, Family Business UK, Small Business Commissioner, Be the BusinessPre-briefing stakeholders ahead of the Youth Guarantee and Growth and Skills Levy announcements on 16 MarchCSV
13 March 2026Jacqui SmithBritish Chamber of Commerce, Confederation of British Industry, Federation of Small Businesses, Institute of Directors, Make UKPre-briefing stakeholders ahead of the Youth Guarantee and Growth and Skills Levy announcements on 16 MarchCSV
10 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonMembers of Improving Education Together (IET)Regular termly meeting of Improving Education Together (IET)CSV
10 March 2026Josh MacAlisterFamily Rights GroupTo meet with parents with lived experiences of the children's social care system as part of the Family Rights Group's Parent PanelCSV
10 March 2026Josh MacAlisterThe New Britain Project; TeachFirst; Association of School and College LeadersTo discuss the initial findings of the research project that looks at the role and responsibilities of schoolsCSV
9 March 2026Olivia BaileyBenedict Blythe FoundationTo discuss allergy safety in schoolsCSV
5 March 2026Georgia GouldA group of Armed Forces parents and carersRoundtable discussion of lived experiences for SEND parents in Armed Forces settingsCSV
5 March 2026Josh MacAlisterYouth Endowment FundTo discuss Youth Endowment Fund's latest research and future strategy, with a focus on how it can support DfE's violence reduction workCSV
5 March 2026Jacqui SmithConstruction Skills Mission BoardMinisterial updates on the construction skills package delivered to the Board meetingCSV
4 March 2026Josh MacAlisterBereaved mother and anti-knife campaignerTo discuss strengthening multiagency safeguarding and ensure lessons from serious incidents lead to real system improvementCSV
4 March 2026Jacqui SmithAssociation of Colleges, Sixth Form Colleges Association, Confederation of Schools Trusts, Universities UKQualification Reform RoundtableCSV
3 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonFamilies impacted by child abuse caseTo discuss proposed changes to safeguarding arrangements in early years settingsCSV
3 March 2026Olivia BaileyLegally QueerlyIntroductory meeting to discuss the impact of government LGBT+ policyCSV
3 March 2026Olivia BaileyBite Back 2030Discussion with Bite Back School Food Ambassadors regarding school foodCSV
3 March 2026Olivia BaileyRoundtable with smartphone stakeholdersDiscussion with stakeholders regarding mobile phones in schoolsCSV
3 March 2026Josh MacAlisterMembers of the National Network of Designated Healthcare Professionals for Children and national designated safeguarding leadsTo hear first hand from paediatric practitioners about status of practice and commissioning at Sexual Assault Referral CentresCSV
3 March 2026Josh MacAlisterCatch-22To discuss how the National Leaving Care Benchmarking Forum can support DfE's work to learn from care leaver deathsCSV
3 March 2026Jacqui SmithConstruction Skills Mission BoardPre-meet ahead of the CSMB's Board MeetingCSV
2 March 2026Bridget PhillipsonKellie BrightEngagement following publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
26 February 2026Olivia BaileySchools OUT UKIntroductory meeting to discuss the impact of government LGBT+ policyCSV
26 February 2026Olivia BaileyEarly Years AllianceTo discuss school readinessCSV
26 February 2026Josh MacAlisterUniversity of YorkTo discuss the University's work supporting care leavers and care experienced studentsCSV
26 February 2026Josh MacAlisterRoundtable with early intervention stakeholdersTo discuss shared priorities across early intervention and preventionCSV
26 February 2026Jacqui SmithResolution FoundationDiscussion of the Resolution Foundation's work on NEETsCSV
26 February 2026Jacqui SmithGatsbyTo discuss qualifications reformCSV
25 February 2026Olivia BaileyRoundtable with CaterersDiscussion with school caterers regarding Free School Meal deliveryCSV
25 February 2026Georgia GouldThe SEN Expert, Mou Mou and FriendsCall with Social Media SEND expertsCSV
25 February 2026Josh MacAlisterFamily Network Virtual ForumTo discuss support for children affected by parental imprisonmentCSV
25 February 2026Josh MacAlisterOrganisations interested in how allegations against foster carers are managedTo discuss how allegations against fosters carers are managed as part of the fostering consultation periodCSV
25 February 2026Josh MacAlisterRepresentatives from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, Barnardo's and The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to ChildrenTo discuss equal protection for children and how best to strengthen protection and support for children and familiesCSV
25 February 2026Jacqui SmithBuckinghamshire New University, University of Suffolk, Leeds Trinity University, Oxford Brookes University, Anglia Ruskin University, University for the Creative Arts, University of West London, University of Northampton, London Metropolitan University, University of Greater Manchester, St Mary's University Twickenham, De Montfort University, New College Durham, Ravensbourne University London, Falmouth University, University of East London, Staffordshire UniversityProtecting public money roundtableCSV
24 February 2026Olivia BaileyAnti-Bullying AllianceTo discuss anti-bullying policyCSV
24 February 2026Olivia BaileyKatie Wheeler and John MeehanTo discuss safeguarding in Early Years settingsCSV
24 February 2026Josh MacAlisterThe University and College Admissions ServiceTo discuss care leavers and their access to Higher EducationCSV
24 February 2026Josh MacAlisterShared Lives PlusTo discuss the work of Shared Lives Plus and care leavers policyCSV
24 February 2026Jacqui SmithOfqualBilateral meeting to discuss Skills England, apprenticeships and the CAR Interim reportCSV
24 February 2026Jacqui SmithUK Civil Society Women's AllianceBilateral meeting to discuss UKCSWA�s priorities and understand their key concernsCSV
22 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonNational Association of Schoolmasters and Union of Women Teachers (NASUWT)Briefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
22 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonGreater Manchester Combined AuthorityEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Olivia BaileyEarly Years AllianceBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Olivia BaileySunningdale SchoolBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Olivia BaileyEarly Education and Childcare CoalitionBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Olivia BaileyEducation Endowment FoundationBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldOrmiston Academies TrustBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldThe DifferenceBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldDingley's PromiseBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldContactBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldCouncil for Disabled ChildrenBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldThe Athelston TrustBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldSEND SanctuaryBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldLet Us Learn TooBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldNational Network of Parent Carer ForumsBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldGlobal Black Maternal Health InstituteBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldSutton TrustBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 February 2026Georgia GouldSpeech and Language UKBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
19 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonNational Association of Head Teachers (NAHT)Briefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
19 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonNational Education Union (NEU)Briefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
19 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonAssociation of School & College Leaders (ASCL)Briefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
19 February 2026Josh MacAlisterBarnados; National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children; Action for Children; National Children's Bureau; The Children's SocietyBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
19 February 2026Jacqui SmithHeart of Worcester CollegeBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
19 February 2026Jacqui SmithAssociation of CollegesBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
19 February 2026Jacqui SmithNatspecBriefing ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
17 February 2026Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Contact, Global Black Maternal Health InstituteMeeting to discuss SEND reformsCSV
16 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonJames Slack, Deputy Editor-in-Chief, The SunMeeting ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
16 February 2026Georgia GouldAutism Alliance, National Autistic Society, Ambitious About Autism, Autistica,Roundtable on Autism in regards to SEND reforms and the Schools White PaperCSV
16 February 2026Georgia GouldBlack SEN MamasMeeting to discuss SEND reformsCSV
16 February 2026Jacqui SmithGatsbyTo discuss qualifications reformCSV
13 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonOffice of the Chief RabbiRoutine engagement to discuss priorities in education for the Jewish communityCSV
13 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonOwen Gibson, Deputy Editor, The Guardian; Nick Hopkins, Executive Editor (News), The GuardianMeeting ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
13 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonCouncil for Disabled ChildrenEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
12 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonSEND Sanctuary, Council for Disabled Children, National Association of Special Educational Needs, Olive Academies, Dingley's Promise, Heart of Worcestershire College, Aylsham High School, Disabled Children's Partnership, Let Us Learn Too, Global Child and Maternal Healthm The Difference, National Network of Parent Carer ForumsPart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult organisations in advance of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
12 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonDisabled Children's PartnershipEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
12 February 2026Georgia GouldChurch of EnglandMeeting to discuss the Schools White Paper and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
12 February 2026Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Council for Disabled Children, National Association of Special Educational Needs, Olive Academies, Dingley's Promise, Heart of Worcestershire College, Aylsham High School, Disabled Children's Partnership, Let Us Learn Too, Global Child and Maternal Healthm The Difference, National Network of Parent Carer ForumsPart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult organisations in advance of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
12 February 2026Jacqui SmithAlan MilburnTo discuss the Young People and Work ReportCSV
11 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonHealthcare professionalTo listen to and understand this healthcare professional's workplace experienceCSV
11 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonBen Taylor, Editor, The Sunday Times; Louise Eccles, Education and Early Years Editor, The Sunday TimesMeeting ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
11 February 2026Georgia GouldChanging Realities, Child Poverty Action GroupRoundtable with parents and carers from low income householdsCSV
11 February 2026Seema MalhotraBaroness Lawrence and Diana ChrouchMeeting with Minister McDougall to discuss access to finance for ethnic minority business owners following the Race Equality Engagement Group roundtable in SeptemberCSV
10 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonChild Safeguarding Practice Review PanelTo discuss the launch of the Baby Victoria National Review, serious incident notifications and plans for a new Child Protection AuthorityCSV
9 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonTom ReesMeeting with Chair of Expert Advisory Group to discuss progress ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
9 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonCatholic Education ServiceRegular meeting with Catholic Education Service to discuss priorities for educationCSV
9 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonGreater Manchester Combined AuthorityEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
9 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonThe GuardianTo discuss priorities for educationCSV
9 February 2026Olivia BaileyArk StartTo discuss the School Based Nurseries ProgrammeCSV
9 February 2026Olivia BaileyProf Lord Richard Layard & Dr John ColemanTo discuss adolescent wellbeingCSV
9 February 2026Georgia GouldAmbitious About Autism, SEND Sanctuary, Sunningdale School, Contact, Downs Syndrome Association, Kids, Council for Disabled Children, Sense, Speech and Language UK, Challenging Behaviour Foundation, University of Birmingham, Natspec, Rochdale Local Authority, Cause Communications, WellChild, Children�s Hospital School, Mencap, The National Network of Parent Carer Forums, The Children�s Trust, Together for Short Lives, West Kirby Educational Trust, Leicestershire County CouncilRoundtable consultation on SEND reforms and Complex NeedsCSV
9 February 2026Georgia GouldConfederation of Schools TrustMeeting to discuss the Schools White Paper and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
9 February 2026Josh MacAlisterAdoption EnglandTo discuss the Adoption support that works for all consultationCSV
9 February 2026Josh MacAlisterAdoption UKTo discuss the Adoption support that works for all consultationCSV
9 February 2026Josh MacAlisterConsortium of Voluntary Adoption AgenciesTo discuss the Adoption support that works for all consultationCSV
9 February 2026Josh MacAlisterCoramTo discuss the Adoption support that works for all consultationCSV
6 February 2026Olivia BaileyThe Royal College of Paediatrics and Child HealthTo discuss Child Health policyCSV
5 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonChild Poverty Action Group, Citizens Advice, Gingerbread, Feeding Britain, End Child Poverty Coalition, National Children's Bureau, Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), Trussell, UNICEFRoundtable with child poverty stakeholders to discuss progress on child poverty strategy and Universal Credit (Removal of the Two Child Limit) BillCSV
5 February 2026Olivia BaileyNational Partnership in Early Learning and ChildcareTo discuss Early Years provisionCSV
5 February 2026Georgia GouldGroup of Parents to children with SENDRoundtable to hear the lived experience of parentsCSV
5 February 2026Georgia GouldMy Mummy Teacher PlayMeeting with My Mummy Teacher to discuss petition on play based learningCSV
5 February 2026Josh MacAlisterPhoenix VillageTo discuss shared priorities around fostering and the Children's Social Care MarketCSV
5 February 2026Josh MacAlisterLocal Government AssociationTo discuss shared priorities across Children's Social Care including fostering, the Child Protection Authority, and sibling contact for looked after childrenCSV
5 February 2026Josh MacAlisterMovement for an Adoption ApologyTo discuss an apology on historic forced adoptionCSV
5 February 2026Jacqui Smith70 University Vice ChancellorsTo increase understanding of how foreign interference can manifest in higher educationCSV
4 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonAssociation of School & College Leaders (ASCL), group of school leadersDinner discussion focused on creating and maintaining an sustainable education systemCSV
4 February 2026Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Council for Disabled Children, National Association of Special Educational Needs, Olive Academies, Dingley's Promise, Heart of Worcestershire College, Aylsham High School, Disabled Children's Partnership, Let Us Learn Too, Global Child and Maternal Healthm The Difference, National Network of Parent Carer ForumsPart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult organisations in advance of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
4 February 2026Josh MacAlisterChild Safeguarding Practice Review PanelTo discuss the work of the Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel and the upcoming launch of its websiteCSV
4 February 2026Josh MacAlisterAssociation of Directors of Children's ServicesTo discuss the Fostering reform consultation and shared priorities across children's social careCSV
3 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonEdward Timpson CBE KCEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
3 February 2026Olivia BaileyCharlie KristensenTo discuss anti-bullying policyCSV
3 February 2026Olivia BaileyGalopIntroductory meeting to discuss the impact of government LGBT+ policyCSV
3 February 2026Olivia BaileyTineyIntroductory meeting to discuss childmindersCSV
3 February 2026Olivia BaileyLifting LimitsIntroductory meeting to discuss the work of the Lifting Limits programme by the Children's SocietyCSV
2 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonConfederation of Schools TrustsEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
2 February 2026Bridget PhillipsonKellie BrightEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
2 February 2026Olivia BaileyRoundtable with Allergy StakeholdersDiscussion with stakeholders regarding allergy safety in schoolsCSV
2 February 2026Georgia GouldThinks InsightsMeeting on insights research and special educational needsCSV
2 February 2026Josh MacAlisterRoxy and Judy WilsonTo discuss the Fostering reform consultation and shared priorities across children's social careCSV
30 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonUniversities UK (UUK)To discuss UUK proposals for transformation and key issues within Higher EducationCSV
29 January 2026Olivia BaileyBritish Deaf AssociationIntroductory meeting to discuss Early Years strategyCSV
29 January 2026Josh MacAlisterTime MattersTo attend a peer support group using art, storytelling and games for children and young people impacted by parental imprisonmentCSV
28 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonTom ReesMeeting with Chair of Expert Advisory Group to discuss progress ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
28 January 2026Olivia BaileyInternational Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex AssociationIntroductory meeting to discuss the impact of government LGBT+ policyCSV
28 January 2026Georgia GouldChief Executive of Association of CollegesMeeting to discuss SEND ReformsCSV
28 January 2026Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Council for Disabled Children, National Association of Special Educational Needs, Olive Academies, Dingley's Promise, Heart of Worcestershire College, Aylsham High School, Disabled Children's Partnership, Let Us Learn Too, Global Child and Maternal Healthm The Difference, National Network of Parent Carer ForumsPart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult organisations in advance of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
28 January 2026Josh MacAlisterBecomeAn introductory meeting with the CEO, followed by a meeting with a group of Become young campaigners to discuss their workCSV
28 January 2026Josh MacAlisterSEND Sanctuary, Council for Disabled Children, National Association of Special Educational Needs, Olive Academies, Dingley's Promise, Heart of Worcestershire College, Aylsham High School, Disabled Children's Partnership, Let Us Learn Too, Global Child and Maternal Healthm The Difference, National Network of Parent Carer ForumsPart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult organisations in advance of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
27 January 2026Olivia BaileyBenedict Blythe FoundationTo discuss allergy safety in schoolsCSV
27 January 2026Georgia GouldCollection of Multi-Academy Trust CEOsAdvisory board of Multi Academy Trust leadersCSV
27 January 2026Josh MacAlisterHadlow Rural Community SchoolTo discuss the School's land acquisition proposalCSV
27 January 2026Seema MalhotraSocio-Economic Duty Expert Advisory GroupRoundtable to discuss approach to delivering the socio-economic duty and shaping the list of authorities in scope with experts in this fieldCSV
27 January 2026Jacqui SmithConfederation of British Industry, Make UK, Institute of Directors, Federation of Small Businesses, British Chambers of CommerceMeeting of the B5 council to discuss the government's priorities following the Machinery of Government change, apprenticeships, specific asks of employers and Business Representatives to support delivery and support from Skills EnglandCSV
27 January 2026Jacqui SmithTeach the FutureTo discuss how green skills can be further embedded into educationCSV
27 January 2026Jacqui SmithUniversity Centre Somerset College Group (UCS), NCG (formerly Newcastle Colleges Group), Askham Bryan College, New City College, Middlesborough College, Kirklees College, Hereford College of Arts, Brighton, Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College (BHASVIC), Cheshire College South and West, East Lancashire Learning Group, Exeter CollegeFurther Education College Leaders Advisory Group, discussing SEND Reform and FE WorkforceCSV
26 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonThe bereaved family of a toddlerTo discuss actions to strengthen child safeguardingCSV
26 January 2026Olivia BaileyJonathan HaidtTo discuss the impact of social mediaCSV
26 January 2026Georgia GouldHeadteachers from Music and Dance Scheme SchoolsRoundtable with Music and Dance Scheme school headteachersCSV
26 January 2026Josh MacAlisterJonathan HaidtTo discuss international developments around smartphones and social media regulation among children and young peopleCSV
26 January 2026Josh MacAlisterUNISONTo discuss UNISON's priorities across children's social careCSV
26 January 2026Josh MacAlisterPauseTo discuss progress of policy of supporting women who have children taken into careCSV
26 January 2026Jacqui SmithEducation Policy InstituteTo discuss the Education Select Committee report on Further Education and SkillsCSV
26 January 2026Jacqui SmithUCASBriefing on UCAS' end of cycle dataCSV
26 January 2026Jacqui SmithCareers and Enterprise CompanyTo meet their youth advisory group to discuss ways to support young women to have great skills and careersCSV
22 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonRobert Shrimsley, Executive Editor, Financial Times; George Parker, Political Editor, Financial TimesTo discuss priorities for educationCSV
22 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonReach 2 Academy Trust; Cabot Learning Federation; Windsor Academy TrustEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
22 January 2026Georgia GouldRoyal National Institute of Blind People, Guide Dogs, Thomas Pocklington TrustRoundtable with young people to discuss unique learning needs for children with vision impairmentCSV
22 January 2026Josh MacAlisterProfessor Eileen MunroTo discuss the children's social care reform programme including multi-agency child protection teamsCSV
21 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonRepresentatives from Primary Headteacher Reference Group, Secondary Headteacher Reference Group, Teacher Reference Group and Support Staff Reference GroupEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
21 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonJustine Greening, David LawsEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
21 January 2026Olivia BaileyRoundtable with LGBT+ StakeholdersTo discuss the impact of hate crime on LGBT+ peopleCSV
21 January 2026Josh MacAlisterThe Vardy Foundation and Care for ChildrenTo discuss digital approaches to transform foster care and reduce the number of children entering careCSV
20 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonAnna Maxwell MartinEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonCouncil for Disabled Children (CDC), young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)Engagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
20 January 2026Georgia GouldThe DifferenceMeeting on SEND mainstream accountabilityCSV
20 January 2026Georgia GouldCouncil for Disabled ChildrenMeeting on SENDCSV
20 January 2026Georgia GouldGroup of HeadteachersRoundtable on SEND reforms and the Schools White PaperCSV
20 January 2026Georgia GouldSpecial Needs JungleMeeting on SENDCSV
20 January 2026Josh MacAlisterPassionate Adopters Targeting Change with HopeTo discuss adopter recruitment, adoption support and Adoption and Special Guardianship Support FundCSV
20 January 2026Jacqui SmithThe Varkey Foundation and Comunidad AraucariaRoundtable with Latin American delegation to discuss Baroness Smith's experience as a government Minister and challenges facing education policy around the world todayCSV
19 January 2026Olivia BaileyCorefulnessIntroductory meeting to discuss school readinessCSV
16 January 2026Georgia GouldWestminster Schools Improvement CollaborativeMet with Headteachers of a network of secondary schools in Westminster. Topics discussed included Local SEND pressure, local funding challenges and security of young peopleCSV
15 January 2026Olivia BaileyThe Children's SocietyTo discuss student wellbeingCSV
15 January 2026Georgia GouldParentkind, Changing RealitiesRoundtable consultation on SEND reformsCSV
15 January 2026Georgia GouldChildren & young people SEND AmbassadorsMeeting with children and young people taking part in a subsequent live broadcast on SENDCSV
14 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonNational Network�of Parent�Carer�Forums�(NNPCF)Engagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
14 January 2026Olivia BaileyThe National Network of Parent Carer ForumsDiscussion with parents and carers of Early Years children with SEND to hear their viewsCSV
14 January 2026Olivia BaileyFFLAGIntroductory meeting to discuss the impact of government LGBT+ policyCSV
14 January 2026Georgia GouldAmbitious About Autism, SEND Sanctuary, Sunningdale School, Contact, Downs Syndrome Association, Kids, Council for Disabled Children, Sense, Speech and Language UK, Challenging Behaviour Foundation, University of Birmingham, Natspec, Rochdale Local Authority, Cause Communications, WellChild, Children�s Hospital School, Mencap, The National Network of Parent Carer Forums, The Children�s Trust, Together for Short Lives, West Kirby Educational Trust, Leicestershire County CouncilRoundtable consultation on SEND reforms and Complex NeedsCSV
14 January 2026Georgia GouldDingley's Promise, Autism Dadcast, Association of CollegesBriefing and consultation for a live broadcast on SENDCSV
14 January 2026Jacqui SmithArkTo discuss reforms to post-16 qualificationsCSV
14 January 2026Jacqui SmithCranfield University, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Norwich University of the Arts, Royal College of Art, Royal College of Music, SOAS University of London, Courtauld Institute of Art, The Glasgow School of Art, Royal Central School of Speech & Drama, Royal Veterinary College, Trinity Laban Conservatoire, University for the Creative Arts, University of the Arts London, Falmouth University, Conservatoires UK, Universities UK, Manchester Metropolitan UniversityDinner event hosted by UUK for specialist higher education institutions. Minister Smith attended to share government perspectives on skills, specialisation and fundingCSV
13 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonEducation Policy InstituteEngagement ahead of publication of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
13 January 2026Olivia BaileyBorn in Bradford, Bradford District Act as One partnership & Better Start BradfordTo discuss Best Start in Life strategyCSV
13 January 2026Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Council for Disabled Children, National Association of Special Educational Needs, Olive Academies, Dingley's Promise, Heart of Worcestershire College, Aylsham High School, Disabled Children's Partnership, Let Us Learn Too, Global Child and Maternal Healthm The Difference, National Network of Parent Carer ForumsPart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult organisations in advance of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
13 January 2026Josh MacAlisterCoram VoiceTo discuss experiences of disabled children in and leaving careCSV
13 January 2026Josh MacAlisterHelen Noon and Marie Collins FoundationTo discuss concerns about school and wider safeguarding systems with the parents of a victim of online sexual abuseCSV
13 January 2026Jacqui SmithWest Herts College Group, Association of Employment and Learning Providers, British Association for Supported Employment and Inclusive training CIC, Heart of Worcestershire College, Natspec, Association of CollegesPost-16 SEND Reforms RoundtableCSV
12 January 2026Olivia BaileyHealth Devolution CommissionTo discuss the link between early years and children's healthCSV
12 January 2026Olivia BaileySchoolwear AssociationTo discuss school uniform policyCSV
12 January 2026Georgia GouldNational Network of Parent Carer ForumsPresentation at a SEND engagement session hosted by National Network of Parent Carer ForumsCSV
12 January 2026Seema MalhotraAnna PurchasBrief call to discuss how KPMG has driven action through sponsoring FTSE Women Leaders ReviewCSV
12 January 2026Jacqui SmithADS GroupTo discuss the skills needs of the defence industryCSV
12 January 2026Jacqui SmithSheffield Hallam UniversityTo discuss reports of foreign interference at the Helena Kennedy CentreCSV
12 January 2026Jacqui SmithYouth Advisors to the APPG for Young Carers and Young Adult CarersTo discuss the report on barriers to education for young adult carers who help to support a family member or friend with a disability, illness or addictionCSV
8 January 2026Olivia BaileyThe Institute for Public Policy ResearchTo discuss findings of an Institute for Public Policy Research reportCSV
7 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonChurch of EnglandRegular meeting with Church of England to discuss priorities for educationCSV
7 January 2026Josh MacAlisterIt's Never YouTo discuss an amendment to the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill on the barriers facing parents of critically ill childrenCSV
7 January 2026Seema MalhotraKPMGRoundtable to highlight the work KPMG is doing on reporting their ethnicity pay gap and to emphasise the government�s commitment to bring forward legislation in this spaceCSV
7 January 2026Jacqui SmithThe Sutton TrustTo discuss the findings of The Sutton Trust�s report �A World of Difference�, which looks at international apprenticeship policy and lessons for England and Higher Education topicsCSV
7 January 2026Jacqui SmithGeneral Medical Council, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Royal Free London NHS Trust,NHS Employers, Anglia Ruskin University, The University of Manchester, University of Southampton, University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine, University of Sheffield Medical School, University of Sheffield School of Allied Health, Pharmacy, Nursing and Midwifery, Medical Schools Council, British Medical Association (Medical Students Committee), Surviving in ScrubsRoundtable on sexual safety in medical schools - co-chaired with DHSCCSV
7 January 2026Jacqui SmithActivate LearningTo discuss reforms to post-16 qualificationsCSV
7 January 2026Jacqui SmithRichard Huish CollegeTo discuss reforms to post-16 qualificationsCSV
7 January 2026Jacqui SmithBirmingham Metropolitan CollegeTo discuss reforms to post-16 qualificationsCSV
7 January 2026Jacqui SmithStar AcademiesTo discuss reforms to post-16 qualificationsCSV
6 January 2026Olivia BaileyMagic BreakfastTo discuss Breakfast Clubs policyCSV
6 January 2026Olivia BaileyChartwellsTo discuss Breakfast Clubs policy and Free School Meals policyCSV
6 January 2026Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Council for Disabled Children, National Association of Special Educational Needs, Olive Academies, Dingley's Promise, Heart of Worcestershire College, Aylsham High School, Disabled Children's Partnership, Let Us Learn Too, Global Child and Maternal Healthm The Difference, National Network of Parent Carer ForumsPart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult organisations in advance of the Schools White Paper (SWP) and SEND Consultation DocumentCSV
6 January 2026Georgia GouldNational Network of Parent Carer Forums, The Sutton Trust, ContactBriefing and consultation for a live broadcast on SENDCSV
6 January 2026Jacqui SmithThe Federation of Awarding BodiesTo discuss the role of the Awarding Sector in apprenticeships and qualifications reformsCSV
5 January 2026Bridget PhillipsonHolly�s HopeTo discuss work of Holly's Hope, as well as ongoing work on RSHE, domestic abuse and VAWGCSV
18 December 2025Georgia GouldSpeech & Language UK, group of young children, parents and teachers in attendance representative of speech, language and communication needs.Roundtable to engage with young people with lived experience of speech, language and communication needsCSV
17 December 2025Bridget PhillipsonAustralian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)Meeting to exchange insights on education quality regulation between Australia and EnglandCSV
17 December 2025Bridget PhillipsonWollongong University, Jane Goodall Foundation, Gujaja Foundation, Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (Australia), St Andrews Cathedral SchoolDinner with Sydney-based education leaders to share insights and best practiceCSV
17 December 2025Georgia GouldSeashell Trust, Pathological Demand Avoidance Society, British Dyslexia Association, Square Peg, The Difference, Fair Education Alliance, One Community Trust, Challenging Behaviour Foundation, Speech & Language UK, Ambitious About Autism, Association of School & College Leaders, KIDs, Impetus, Mulberry Schools Trust, Disabled Children's Partnership.Inclusive Education for All Children RoundtableCSV
17 December 2025Georgia GouldSpeech and Language UK, Global Child and Maternal Health InstitutePreparatory meeting for a subsequent live broadcast on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)CSV
17 December 2025Josh MacAlisterJenny Malloy; a group of care experienced young peopleDiscussion with a group of care experienced young people and to discuss issues they have hadCSV
17 December 2025Josh MacAlisterMagic Notes; a social worker using Magic Notes' softwareDemonstration of Magic Notes AI tools for social workers and understand how it is being utilised in practice.CSV
16 December 2025Bridget PhillipsonUniversity of New South WalesMeeting to discuss higher education and to witness the signing of the Advanced Skills AllianceCSV
16 December 2025Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Contact, The Difference, Let Us Learn Too, National Network of Parent Carer Forums, National Association of Special Educational Needs, The National Children’s Bureau, Dingley's PromisePart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult with key Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) stakeholders in advance of the Schools White PaperCSV
16 December 2025Josh MacAlisterFrontlineMeeting with social work trainees and discuss the Minister's vision for the professionCSV
15 December 2025Georgia GouldARK, Oasis UK, Reach2, Ambition, Eden Academies, Lift, STAR AcademiesRoundtable on SEND reform proposals with a group of school leadersCSV
14 December 2025Bridget PhillipsonGoodstart Early LearningMeeting to discuss Best Start in Life strategy and the early years sector in AustraliaCSV
11 December 2025Bridget PhillipsonReach 2 Academy Trust; Cabot Learning Federation; Windsor Academy TrustMeeting with members of The Queen Street Group network of Multi-Academy Trusts to discuss potential measures in upcoming Schools White Paper and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) ConsultationCSV
11 December 2025Olivia BaileyNahamuMeeting to discuss the provisions of the Children's Wellbeing and Schools BillCSV
11 December 2025Jacqui SmithUnison; Unite; GMBTo discuss pay in higher education, higher education funding and the Post-16 Education and Skills White PaperCSV
10 December 2025Olivia BaileyTransActualAs part of wider and ongoing stakeholder engagement, meeting to discuss the impact of government LGBT+ policyCSV
10 December 2025Olivia BaileyTransLucentAs part of wider and ongoing stakeholder engagement, meeting to discuss the impact of government LGBT+ policyCSV
10 December 2025Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Contact, The Difference, Let Us Learn Too, National Network of Parent Carer Forums, National Association of Special Educational Needs, The National Children’s Bureau, Dingley's PromisePart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult with key Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) stakeholders in advance of the Schools White PaperCSV
10 December 2025Josh MacAlisterHomes for GoodMeeting to discuss supported lodgings for children in careCSV
10 December 2025Josh MacAlisterAdoption UKMeeting to discuss work on the future of the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support FundCSV
10 December 2025Josh MacAlisterThe Royal School, Wolverhampton; SpringboardMeeting to discuss support for care experienced young people in state boarding schoolsCSV
10 December 2025Jacqui SmithYouth Futures FoundationMeeting to give an update at the Youth Employment Group's monthly meeting on the landscape of young employmentCSV
9 December 2025Georgia GouldKids CollectiveRoundtable with children and young peopleCSV
9 December 2025Josh MacAlisterHead Teachers from WalsallMeeting to discuss the School Rebuilding ProgrammeCSV
9 December 2025Josh MacAlisterA roundtable of sector stakeholders in children's social careMeeting to discuss reform of the children's social care system with stakeholders across the sectorCSV
8 December 2025Olivia BaileyIndependent Schools CouncilMeeting to discuss the partnerships work of independent schoolsCSV
5 December 2025Jacqui SmithYouth Futures Foundation, Youth Employment UK, Impetus, King's Trust, Learning and Work InstituteMeeting to engage key stakeholders ahead of the Youth Guarantee and the GSL announcementCSV
5 December 2025Jacqui SmithBritish Chamber of Commerce, Confederation of British Industry, Federation of Small Businesses, Make UK, Institute of Directors, Institute for Employment StudiesMeeting to engage key stakeholders ahead of the Youth Guarantee and the GSL announcementCSV
5 December 2025Jacqui SmithTrades Union CongressMeeting to engage key stakeholders ahead of the Youth Guarantee and the GSL announcementCSV
4 December 2025Bridget PhillipsonSurrey County CouncilMeeting to discuss SEND services in SurreyCSV
4 December 2025Bridget PhillipsonTrades Union Congress (TUC)Meeting to discuss issues related to education and Women & EqualitiesCSV
4 December 2025Bridget PhillipsonAdult Adoptee MovementMeeting to speak with individuals affected by historical forced adoption practicesCSV
3 December 2025Olivia BaileyThe Terrence Higgins TrustAs part of wider and ongoing stakeholder engagement, meeting to discuss the impact of government LGBT+ policyCSV
3 December 2025Georgia GouldChildren's Commissioner, Big EducationPreparatory meeting for a subsequent live broadcast on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)CSV
3 December 2025Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Contact, The Difference, Let Us Learn Too, National Network of Parent Carer Forums, National Association of Special Educational Needs, The National Children’s Bureau, Dingley's PromisePart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult with key Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) stakeholders in advance of the Schools White PaperCSV
3 December 2025Josh MacAlisterLocal Motion; Lloyds Bank FoundationMeeting with a group of care-experienced young people to discuss their experiencesCSV
3 December 2025Jacqui SmithInstitute of Directors, Bath Spa University, Association of Colleges, University of London, National Union of Students, Coventry University, Make UK, Nottingham Trent University, The Student Room, UCAS, Universities UK, Newcastle College Group, British Chamber of Commerce, Blackpool and Fylde College, CBI, Birkbeck, Money Saving Expert, AELP, University of ExeterLife Long Learning Steering GroupCSV
2 December 2025Josh MacAlisterN8 Research PartnershipMeeting to explore collaboration with N8 Universities on Child of the North research as well aligned to the aims of the Opportunity Mission and discuss how N8 can help attract philanthropic investment alongside government efforts.CSV
2 December 2025Jacqui SmithThe University of Sheffield, Manchester Metropolitan University, Hartlepool College, Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, Exeter College, Truro and Penwith College, Access Training, Baltic Training Services, South West Association of Training Providers, Access Training, Avant PartnershipA meeting of the Expert Provider Group - 13 high-quality apprenticeship providers which the department meets with regularly to inform policy and operational decisionsCSV
2 December 2025Jacqui SmithDissertation student from the University of LancasterMeeting with dissertation student to discuss student's research about the purpose of the House of Lords and its role in the legislative processCSV
1 December 2025Seema MalhotraSRtRC X Arsenal First Black 11 players and Calendar LaunchMeeting to build relationship with one of the UK’s leading anti-racism educational charities and celebrate the achievements of the first eleven Black footballers to represent ArsenalCSV
1 December 2025Jacqui SmithMark ReynoldsPre-meet to discuss the agenda for the meeting of the Construction Skills Mission BoardCSV
27 November 2025Josh MacAlisterAssociation of Directors of Children's Services (ADCS)Meeting to discuss the Minister's vision for resetting children's social care in EnglandCSV
27 November 2025Jacqui SmithYouth Futures Foundation, PwC, Compass Group, Govia Thameslink Railway, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, Kier, City and Guilds, IBM, Enterprise Mobility, Red Carnation, Severn Trent, Airbus, Costa Coffee, Premier League Foundation, Lord Simon Woolley, Future Voices Group AmbassadorsYouth Futures Foundation Good Work Summit Private RoundtableCSV
26 November 2025Bridget PhillipsonBarnardos; Action for Children; NSPCC; National Children's Bureau; The Children's SocietyMeeting with stakeholder following 2025 Autumn BudgetCSV
26 November 2025Bridget PhillipsonNational Association of Head Teachers (NAHT)Meeting with stakeholder following 2025 Autumn BudgetCSV
26 November 2025Bridget PhillipsonCommunity Trade UnionMeeting with stakeholder following 2025 Autumn BudgetCSV
26 November 2025Bridget PhillipsonWomen's Budget GroupMeeting with stakeholder following 2025 Autumn BudgetCSV
26 November 2025Bridget PhillipsonTrades Union Congress (TUC)Meeting with stakeholder following 2025 Autumn BudgetCSV
26 November 2025Bridget PhillipsonGMB UnionMeeting with stakeholder following 2025 Autumn BudgetCSV
26 November 2025Bridget PhillipsonNational Education Union (NEU)Meeting with stakeholder following 2025 Autumn BudgetCSV
26 November 2025Olivia BaileyEarly Education and Childcare CoalitionStakeholder meeting related to lifting of two-child limitCSV
26 November 2025Olivia BaileyEnd Child PovertyStakeholder meeting related to lifting of two-child limitCSV
26 November 2025Olivia BaileyRoyal College of Paediatrics and Child HealthStakeholder meeting related to lifting of two-child limitCSV
26 November 2025Georgia GouldNational Association of Schoolmasters and Union of Women Teachers (NASUWT)Meeting with stakeholder following 2025 Autumn BudgetCSV
26 November 2025Jacqui SmithShevaun Haviland, British Chamber of CommerceTo discuss the BCC's Blueprint for Growth reportCSV
25 November 2025Bridget PhillipsonDr Mary-Ann StephensonMeeting with incoming Chair of Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to discuss opportunities and challenges.CSV
25 November 2025Bridget PhillipsonSEND Sanctuary, Contact, The Difference, Let Us Learn Too, National Network of Parent Carer Forums, National Association of Special Educational Needs, The National Children’s Bureau, Dingley's PromisePart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult with key Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) stakeholders in advance of the Schools White PaperCSV
25 November 2025Olivia BaileyGendered IntelligenceAs part of wider and ongoing stakeholder engagement, meeting to discuss the impact of government LGBT+ policyCSV
25 November 2025Olivia BaileyCommunity Trade UnionMeeting to discuss the Community Trade Union's Early Years CharterCSV
25 November 2025Georgia GouldSEND Sanctuary, Contact, The Difference, Let Us Learn Too, National Network of Parent Carer Forums, National Association of Special Educational Needs, The National Children’s Bureau, Dingley's PromisePart of a series of roundtables to engage and consult with key Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) stakeholders in advance of the Schools White PaperCSV
25 November 2025Josh MacAlisterBirth CompanionsMeeting to discuss support for women who experience with the children's social care system in pregnancy and up their children's second birthdayCSV
25 November 2025Jacqui SmithLord Sharkey, Richard Thomas OBE, Islamic Finance Council UK, ASF campaigners (Asha Hassan, Bashir Timol, Rizwan Yusoof)Alternative Student Finance Working GroupCSV
25 November 2025Jacqui SmithDr Mary-Ann StephensonTo discuss her work in the women’s sector, specifically Women’s Budget GroupCSV
24 November 2025Georgia GouldNational Theatre, Clore Duffield Foundation, Paul Hamlyn Foundation, Cultural Learning Alliance, Ed Sheeran Foundation, Royal Shakespeare CompanyJoint Roundtable chaired by Minister Gould and Minister Murray to discuss arts education with key stakeholdersCSV
21 November 2025Jacqui SmithMorgan MotorsTo discuss Morgan Motors' commitment to upskilling apprenticesCSV
20 November 2025Olivia BaileyKids CharityMeeting to discuss the impact of early years reforms on the sectorCSV
20 November 2025Jacqui SmithUniversity of Derby, University of West London, University of Bristol, Russel Group, Unite Foundation, University of Greenwich, The Sutton Trust, Durham University, UCAS, Career Development Institute, London South Bank University, Sheffield Hallam University, Social Market Foundation, Independent Higher Education, Oldham Sixth Form College, University of Exeter, GuildHE, Office For Students, Million PlusInaugural meeting of the HE Access and Participation Task and Finish GroupCSV
19 November 2025Josh MacAlisterCoram International; UNICEFMeeting to facilitate discussion between a delegation of officials from the Libyan government on UK child protection processesCSV
18 November 2025Olivia BaileyNational Governance AssociationMeeting to discuss the work of governance volunteersCSV
18 November 2025Olivia BaileyNational Children's BureauMeeting to discuss Best Start in Life strategy deliveryCSV
18 November 2025Olivia BaileyBookTrustMeeting to discuss reading in the Early YearsCSV
18 November 2025Josh MacAlisterPrison Reform TrustMeeting to discuss support for children impacted by parental imprisonmentCSV
18 November 2025Josh MacAlisterNuffield Family Justice ObservatoryMeeting to discuss care for children in complex situationsCSV
18 November 2025Josh MacAlisterThe bereaved family of a toddlerMeeting to discuss their campaign for a child risk disclosure scheme to be introduced as part of the Children's Wellbeing and Schools BillCSV
18 November 2025Seema MalhotraGMB UnionMeeting to discuss progress in delivering the Government’s equal pay commitmentsCSV

Meetings files not read

What this does not establish

A recorded meeting establishes that the department published a line saying the minister met the counterpart named, on the date given, for the purpose stated. It does not establish what was said, who asked for the meeting, or what followed. Gifts, hospitality and travel are linked above from the department’s own files and are not read into rows. The names are the department’s own strings and are not resolved to any person or company on this site by resemblance.

Source: Department for Education’s transparency publications on GOV.UK, each linked above. Open Government Licence v3. Back to all departments.