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Teachers Strike as Pupil Fires Fake Gun at Manchester School
Teachers at two Manchester primary schools strike over violent incidents, including a child firing an imitation firearm and knives being brought into classrooms. Staff report assaults and a climate of fear.
NHS: 10 childhood illnesses requiring time off school
As millions of pupils return after Christmas, the NHS issues clear guidance on when to keep a sick child home. Learn the 10 key illnesses and how long they need to isolate.
NHS 18-Illness School Absence Guide for Parents
The NHS has issued crucial advice to UK parents on 18 common childhood illnesses, detailing when children should stay home from school. Get the full list and guidance here.
NHS: When to keep your child off school - 18 illnesses
The NHS has issued essential guidance for parents on 18 common childhood illnesses, detailing when children should stay home from school. Stay informed to protect your child's health and their classmates.
UK School Closures: Check if Your School is Shut
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closed due to heavy snow and freezing temperatures. Check the official government website with your postcode to see if your child's school is affected.
UK School Closures: Check if Your School is Shut
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closed due to heavy snow and freezing temperatures. Check the official gov.uk website with your postcode to see if your child's school is affected.
NHS list: When to keep your child off school
The NHS has issued vital advice on which childhood illnesses require keeping your child home from school. Learn the full list of symptoms and guidelines to protect your child and others.
NHS List: Illnesses That Mean Your Child Must Stay Off School
The NHS has released crucial guidance on which childhood illnesses require keeping your child off school. Learn the full list of symptoms and conditions, from high temperatures to chickenpox, to protect your family and others.
50-year sentence for Croatia school knife attack killer
A 20-year-old man has been jailed for 50 years for a fatal stabbing at a Zagreb elementary school that shocked Croatia. Read the full details of the tragic case.
Fury over 'meagre' school lunch wrap at Scarborough UTC
A parent's outrage erupts after a photo reveals a paltry school lunch at Scarborough UTC. The 'disgraceful' ham wrap sparks over 100 comments from furious families. Share your school dinner experiences.
Police Incident at Bury School, Cecil Street Sealed Off
Police have taped off Cecil Street near Holy Trinity Primary School in Bury. Pupils told to stay away as emergency services respond to an incident. Follow live updates.
Child dead in Moscow school stabbing and pepper spray attack
A teenager has been detained by special forces after a fatal knife and pepper spray attack at a Moscow school. One child was killed and three people injured. Read the latest.
Aldi's £3.50 School Uniform Bundle Returns in January
Aldi is bringing back its budget-friendly school uniform bundle for just £3.50 from January 4th. The offer includes polo shirts and trousers, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Shop now before stocks run out!
Northern Ireland school closes over roof safety concerns
Nazareth House Primary in Londonderry shuts for urgent roof repairs. Education Authority warns of a £800m maintenance backlog across NI schools, risking further closures.
School hires guard after alleged assault on child
A Queensland primary school has hired a security guard after a six-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted outside the campus. Police confirm the child and woman were known to each other.
Cumbria school faces closure after Labour VAT hike
Hunter Hall, a picturesque prep school in Cumbria, will close before Christmas unless it raises £180,000 in emergency funding, blaming Labour's VAT on school fees for a pupil exodus.
School Staff Shortages Harm Education & Safety
A Unison survey finds 3 in 5 schools have fewer staff than last year, jeopardising children's education and safety. Urgent government funding needed to address this crisis.
Melbourne school stabbing: 8-year-old boy attacked
An eight-year-old boy was brutally stabbed at a primary school in Melbourne. Police are questioning an 11-year-old. Follow for live updates.
Boy, 11, questioned over school stabbing in Melbourne
An 11-year-old boy has been questioned by police after an alleged stabbing at Brentwood Park Primary School that left an eight-year-old with non-life-threatening injuries.
Tynemouth school closes over critical threat
Kings Priory School in Tynemouth closed suddenly on 24th November 2025 due to a potential critical threat. Police are investigating malicious communications. Follow for live updates.
Probe: Iowa district relied on flawed consultant vetting
An investigation reveals an Iowa school district 'reasonably relied' on a consultant whose flawed vetting missed a forged transcript and immigration status of a superintendent now facing federal charges. Discover the full story.
New cars don't indicate wealth, Australian study finds
Finder research reveals Australians on low incomes buy multiple new cars despite financial stress. Discover why flashy vehicles often signal financial struggle rather than success.
Boy injured after school ceiling collapses in California
An eight-year-old boy was hospitalised with a concussion after an outdoor amphitheater ceiling collapsed at his elementary school. Read the full story on the incident and the school's response.
Teenager with knife tasered at Sydney high school
Terrified students barricaded in classrooms after a 15-year-old armed with a large knife sparked a major police response at North Sydney Boys High School. Read the full details.
First UK state school opens fee-paying branch in Dubai
Historic Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet becomes the first UK state school to launch an overseas branch in Dubai. The venture aims to generate funds for its British counterpart amid funding shortages.
Florida teen shot dead after school hallway bump
A 15-year-old high school student has been fatally shot by a classmate following an accidental hallway bump in a shocking incident that has left a Florida community in mourning and raised urgent questions about school safety.
Armed police rush school after bomb threat - teen arrested
Armed police and bomb disposal units rushed to a Westminster secondary school after a chilling bomb threat prompted mass evacuation. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the hoax call that caused widespread panic.
School lockdown after pupil shows staff concerning phone image
A secondary school in Bicester was placed on immediate lockdown when a student showed staff a deeply concerning image on their mobile phone, prompting a massive emergency service deployment.
Reeves refuses to rule out Labour tax rises
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves declines to guarantee no tax increases under Labour, while pledging to scrap non-dom status and impose VAT on private school fees in exclusive economic policy preview.
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