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NZ scraps mandatory Māori culture teaching in schools
The New Zealand government has abolished mandatory Māori cultural education in classrooms, triggering heated discussions about national identity and educational priorities.
Liz Barnard: Education Pioneer Who Transformed School Libraries
Celebrating the remarkable life of Liz Barnard, the visionary educator who revolutionised school libraries across the UK and inspired generations of young readers.
School's heartbreaking tribute to teaching assistant killed in crash
A school community is grieving after beloved teaching assistant Rebecca Dickson died in a tragic A34 collision, remembered as 'wonderful' and 'kind-hearted' by devastated colleagues and pupils.
Australia's Teacher Crisis: World's Worst Shortages
New analysis reveals Australia faces one of the world's worst teacher shortages, with classrooms left empty and students' education at risk as the crisis deepens.
Teacher struck off for faking cancer and husband's death
A former RE teacher from Cheshire has been permanently banned from teaching after inventing multiple tragic stories including terminal cancer and her husband's death to manipulate colleagues and students.
Shirley Ballas reveals truth about Giovanni Pernice partnership
Strictly Come Dancing head judge Shirley Ballas opens up about her real feelings working with Giovanni Pernice amid the ongoing BBC investigation into his teaching methods.
Queensland schools taught wrong Caesar topic
A significant curriculum error has been uncovered in Queensland high schools, where students studied the wrong Roman leader for months due to a major administrative oversight.
David Peck: Visionary headteacher who transformed London school
Tributes pour in for David Peck, the pioneering headteacher who turned around a struggling London comprehensive and championed comprehensive education against political opposition.
How teachers use humour to manage six and seven-year-olds
Five experienced primary teachers reveal their secret weapon for managing energetic six and seven-year-olds: laughter. Discover practical strategies that transform classroom chaos into productive learning environments.
Teacher who raped children jailed for 13 years
A depraved teaching assistant who sexually assaulted vulnerable children in his care has been jailed for 13 years after grooming students and committing horrific abuse.
Six Plus Seven Meme Takes Over UK Classrooms
A viral maths meme dividing the internet has now infiltrated UK schools, creating classroom chaos as teachers battle to maintain order while students passionately debate the correct answer.
PE teacher banned over fake rugby career claims
A physical education teacher's fabricated professional rugby career unraveled when colleagues discovered his elaborate deception about playing for top clubs.
Six-Seven Craze: UK Teachers Reveal Classroom Impact
The viral 'six-seven' hand game is causing both disruption and engagement in British classrooms. Educators share their experiences managing the latest playground phenomenon while maintaining learning focus.
180,000 applicants battle for Eton and Harrow teaching jobs
Britain's top public schools face unprecedented demand as teaching applications double amid competitive education sector. Discover why these elite positions attract global interest.
Former CQC chief to lead Leeds Hospitals transformation
Exclusive: Sir Mike Richards, former Care Quality Commission chief inspector, takes helm at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust amid sweeping government reforms and £1bn investment pledge.
Sean Cormac: Headteacher who transformed failing school dies
Tributes pour in for pioneering educator Sean Cormac, whose revolutionary approach turned around one of Westminster's most challenging schools against all odds.
Teacher banned for life over Muslim pupil comments
A UK teacher has been permanently barred from the profession after making inappropriate comments about a Muslim student's appearance and referencing Iran's strict dress code laws during a classroom discussion.
Teacher banned over 'honour killings' lesson controversy
A UK teacher has been prohibited from the classroom following a controversial religious studies lesson about 'honour' killings that left students distressed and prompted safeguarding concerns.
Schools stop questioning pupils to prevent anxiety
Controversial new teaching guidance suggests avoiding direct questioning of students to reduce classroom anxiety, raising concerns about academic standards and teacher authority.
Teacher banned after inappropriate relationship with pupil
A female science teacher has been permanently prohibited from teaching after admitting to an improper relationship with a teenage student at her school, sparking serious safeguarding concerns.
Violent Behaviour Crisis in Scottish Primary Schools
Exclusive investigation reveals escalating behavioural crisis in Scottish schools, with primary pupils displaying violence, swearing, and classroom disruptions that are pushing teachers to breaking point.
Teacher banned for 1,000+ inappropriate student messages
A 49-year-old maths teacher has been permanently prohibited from the classroom after sending over 1,000 inappropriate messages to a sixth-form student, including late-night communications and discussing personal relationships.
Mandatory oracy training for all new teachers announced
Bridget Phillipson announces revolutionary teacher training reforms focusing on communication skills, aiming to transform classroom standards across England.
Wigan teacher dismissal sparks safeguarding debate
A former Wigan teacher's controversial dismissal over safeguarding procedures raises important questions about staff welfare and school management practices across the UK education system.
RHOP's Wendy Osefo fired from university after fraud arrest
Real Housewives of Potomac academic Wendy Osefo has been dismissed from her teaching position at Johns Hopkins University after fraud charges emerged, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the reality TV professor.
Mass layoffs hit special education department
Exclusive: The Department for Education has announced sweeping cuts to special educational needs support, eliminating 1,100 positions and raising serious concerns about the future of SEND provision across England.
Doncaster primary school headteacher dies suddenly
A Doncaster primary school community is in mourning after the sudden death of their headteacher, described as 'the heart of our school' in an emotional letter to parents.
Substitute teacher suspended after video call blunder
A substitute teacher in the US faces suspension after accidentally video-calling a pupil's mother during a virtual class, with students capturing the embarrassing exchange on camera.
Farage: Teachers 'Poisoning Kids', Strike Warning
New Prime Minister Nigel Farage launches explosive attack on teaching profession, claiming educators are indoctrinating children and warning of imminent industrial action in schools across Britain.