Have you tried finding the answer to your question in the popular questions section? We also publish information requested under the Freedom of Information Act. The Directgov website hosts useful information for parents and for young people.

If you still can't find the information you are looking for, or need to ask for additional advice, you can submit a request to the appropriate organisation via the links below.

• Department for Education
  The Department for Education is responsible for education and children's services.
• Education Funding Agency
  The Education Funding Agency funds the education system for 3- to 19-year-olds (or up to 25 for learners with a disability), including academies, Free Schools, maintained schools and sixth form colleges.
• Standards and Testing Agency
  The Standards and Testing Agency is responsible for the development and delivery of all statutory assessments from early years to the end of Key Stage 3.
• Teaching Agency
  The Teaching Agency is responsible for the recruitment, supply, and initial training and development of teachers. It also supports the recruitment and development of early education and childcare workers, special educational needs coordinators and education psychologists. It oversees the regulation of the conduct of teachers and provides support to staff involved in the administration of examinations.
• National College for School Leadership
  The National College for School Leadership is responsible for the development and support of school and early years leaders so they can make a positive difference to children’s lives.

Please note that The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills has responsibility for further and higher education. If your enquiry relates to the provisions for adult learners in FE colleges or the review of university tuition fees, please visit http://www.bis.gov.uk/contact-us.