Department for Education

The Department for Education (DfE) is responsible for education and children’s services in England. It was formed on 12 May 2010, replacing the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF). This section of the GOV.UK web site provides information on the department’s activities, policies, announcements, consultations and publications. There are sections on statutory guidance for schools and local authorities and on the constitution of governing bodies.