Department for Education
Overview
The Department for Education (DfE) is a Government department created in May 2010. It focuses on raising standards in education, lifting more children out of poverty and re-engaging disaffected young people.
Role
The Department for Education is responsible for all issues (including education) affecting people up to the age of 19
Contact for:
- educational news, particularly regarding policy
- departmental documents - green papers, white papers, strategy documents and research publications
- national statistics
- information specifically for employers about education and skills.
Contact details
Website: www.dfe.gov.uk
Email: info@dfe.gsi.gov.uk
Telephone: 0870 000 2288
Fax: 01928 794248
Address: Department for Education, Sanctuary Buildings, Great Smith Street, London SW1P 3BT