Big Changes Coming in 2025 (And How to Get Ready)

What’s Actually Happening?

The Labour government wants to know if our schools are teaching the right things in the right way. They’re looking at everything from what subjects matter most to how students actually learn best.

Early signs suggest we’re moving away from memory-based learning toward skills that matter in the real world, like:

• Problem-solving
• Critical thinking
• Digital skills

The big change? All state schools will need to follow the new curriculum once it’s finalised. No exceptions.

Why This Matters for Your School

Let’s be honest: curriculum changes usually mean more work for teachers, confused parents, and headaches for school leaders. But this one could be different.

The review is focusing on making education more practical and engaging. Instead of students memorising facts they’ll forget, they’ll learn skills they’ll actually use. That’s good news for everyone.

The challenge? You’ll need the right tools to make this shift work.

 Three Things Every School Should Think About Now

How Will You Track Student Progress?

The new curriculum will likely measure different things. Traditional tests might not cut it anymore. You’ll need ways to see how students are developing skills over time, not just what they can remember for an exam.

Can Your Teachers Adapt?

Your teaching staff will need support to change how they teach. That means professional development, planning time, and tools that make their job easier, not harder.

Will Your Current Systems Cope?

If you’re still using systems from 2010, you might struggle. The new curriculum will likely require more flexibility in how you deliver lessons and track learning.

The Simple Truth About EdTech

Technology won’t solve everything, but it can make the transition much smoother. The key is choosing tools that actually help rather than create more work.

What you need:

• Systems that grow with you as requirements change
• Tools that teachers actually want to use
• Solutions that make admin easier, not harder
• Platforms that work together instead of creating data silos

• Start with what you have. Look at your current technology and ask: “Will this help us deliver more flexible, skills-based learning?” If not, it might be time for an upgrade.
• Talk to your teachers. They’ll be the ones implementing changes. What would make their jobs easier? What’s currently frustrating them?
• Plan your budget. Major curriculum changes often come with funding opportunities. Start thinking about what you’ll need so you’re ready when support becomes available.

This is why we built Talaxy. We knew schools would need flexible, easy-to-use systems that could adapt as education evolves.

Talaxy gives you:

• Simple progress tracking that works for skills-based learning, not just test scores
• Teacher-friendly tools that reduce workload instead of adding to it
• Everything in one place so you’re not juggling multiple systems

When the new curriculum requirements arrive, schools using Talaxy won’t need to panic-buy new systems or retrain staff. You’ll already have the foundation you need.

The Bottom Line

The 2025 curriculum review is coming whether we’re ready or not. Schools that start preparing now will find the transition much smoother than those who wait until the last minute.

You don’t need to revolutionise everything overnight. Start with small changes that point in the right direction. Choose tools and systems that give you flexibility for whatever the review brings.

Most importantly, remember that this change is meant to improve education for your students. With the right preparation and tools, it can make your school a better place to learn and teach.

To find out more take a look at TALAXY.