DCSF selects RM

16 Mar 2009 07:00



RM selected by DCSF to deliver new online language learning resource

RM has been selected by the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) to design and develop an innovative online language learning resource. The two-year contract, which is expected to be worth up to £6m, was bid for and will be delivered by Lightbox Education, the RM Group's specialist education content division.

The Open School for Languages (OSfL) project will support language teaching in English secondary schools, increasing the number of pupils who choose to learn a modern foreign language. It has been commissioned in response to a government report published in 2007, which suggested a decline in language learning at Key Stage 4. OSfL will provide a motivating language learning resource, which uses new technologies to support learners directly, in their own time and free from peer-pressure. 

Terry Sweeney, Chief Executive of RM, said:

"It is great news that we have won our first major development project under the Lightbox Education brand. It's a great start for the Lightbox Education business, which is clearly carrying forward our key strengths of educational excellence, creativity and excellent delivery."

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Founded in 1973, the RM Group is a leading provider of educational products and services to schools, colleges and universities, local government and central government education departments and agencies. RM works closely with educationalists to create new products, processes and technology which improve teaching and learning. RM is listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange under the symbol RM.L, ISIN GB0002870417. 

RM has been appointed selected bidder for the OSfL contract; full contract award is expected in April and delivery will start immediately.