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Schools bill is an act of vandalism, says Kemi Badenoch

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 16:29
The Tory leader accuses PM of "vandalism" but Sir Keir says the Schools Bill will protect vulnerable children.

Conference to discuss smartphone impact on children

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 14:58
A conference arranged by the campaign group Smartphone Free Childhood, takes place on Thursday.

Staff stage new strike over sixth form closure plan

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 13:55
The union and school bosses are to meet on Friday for talks aimed at resolving the dispute.

Author Cottrell-Boyce holds summit to warn about children's happiness

Wed, 01/22/2025 - 02:59
The children's laureate says a "recession in children's happiness" is caused by a decline in reading.

'Council left autistic son with no school place'

Tue, 01/21/2025 - 07:14
Kray says Birmingham City Council failed to provide an education plan within the legal timeframe.

Academy trust to hand over schools after money row

Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:53
University of Brighton Academies Trust runs 11 primary schools and three secondary schools.

'Families should move to avoid school run issues'

Mon, 01/20/2025 - 07:12
Parents need to use "common sense" when picking where to live, claims one councillor.

Free school meals 'would tackle child poverty'

Mon, 01/20/2025 - 07:08
Bishop Auckland MP Sam Rushworth wants to eventually see free meals for all pupils.

School forced to close after 'ransomware attack'

Sun, 01/19/2025 - 19:22
The school will be closed on 20 and 21 January while the data breach is investigated.

Decision to cut road safety GCSE reversed

Sat, 01/18/2025 - 10:48
Grants to schools to teach a GCSE in Motor Vehicle and Road User Studies were axed in 2023.

Ofsted inspection reforms 'do not go far enough'

Fri, 01/17/2025 - 07:06
Criticisms of the inspection system follow the death of Reading headteacher Ruth Perry.

Temporary classrooms open at Raac-ravaged school

Thu, 01/16/2025 - 13:57
Pupils celebrate being reunited at school as a building opens with nine new classrooms.

Safety tips issued as number of school dogs rises

Thu, 01/16/2025 - 13:52
Pupils give their school dog - Poppy the cockapoo - a glowing report, saying "she keeps everyone happy".

Headteacher who went to spa during work avoids ban

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 17:41
Joanna Clark resigned from Blackhall Primary School in 2021, a report shows.

Government to implement university free speech law

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 05:57
Labour paused implementation of the act after taking power, due to concerns over student welfare.

MPs say fix Send system or face 'lost generation'

Wed, 01/15/2025 - 02:06
A report finds the special educational needs and disabilities system in "disarray" and lacking funds.

University staff to vote on strike action

Mon, 01/13/2025 - 21:53
Newcastle University says it is facing a "challenging time" amid a £35m funding shortfall.

Pupils trade smartphone use for no homework

Mon, 01/13/2025 - 16:07
Pupils at Solihull School are offered a break from homework if they use their smartphones less.

University to offer shorter, cheaper courses

Mon, 01/13/2025 - 07:20
The University of Chichester is to offer five and 10-week courses in a range of subjects.

University spends £2m on wind tunnels for students

Sun, 01/12/2025 - 12:58
There are about 450 students on aerospace engineering courses at the university.

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