Bridget Phillipson Appointed Education Secretary
Labour MP Bridget Phillipson takes charge of education department as new government begins sweeping reforms. Discover what this means for UK schools and universities.
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Myanmar junta forces Chinese language in schools
In a controversial move, Myanmar's military regime is compelling schools to implement Chinese language instruction, raising concerns about Beijing's growing influence and the erosion of local educational autonomy.
Vanessa Stoykov rejects private school for son
Wealth education expert Vanessa Stoykov explains her surprising decision to withdraw her son from private education, challenging conventional wisdom about privilege and parenting.
SNP Education Secretary faces fire over misleading school stats
Scottish Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth faces mounting pressure after admitting to providing inaccurate statistics about school closures in Aberdeen, sparking opposition calls for greater transparency in government data.
MIT rejects Trump policy funding in principles stand
The prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology announces it will reject federal funding tied to Trump administration policies that restrict international student recruitment and research collaboration.
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.
Manchester faith schools investigated over admissions practices
Exclusive investigation reveals how Manchester's religious schools are being targeted by government inspectors over admissions practices, raising concerns about religious freedom in education.
California Governor Newsom pushes school mobile phone ban
California Governor Gavin Newsom announces sweeping mobile phone restrictions in schools, aiming to tackle classroom distractions and improve student wellbeing across the state.
Labour to add 20% VAT to private school fees
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party confirms plans to add 20% VAT to private school fees, potentially costing families thousands in major education funding shake-up.
Why UK vocational training needs more than money
New research reveals that simply pouring money into vocational education won't solve Britain's skills crisis. Discover why deeper systemic reforms are crucial for creating the workforce of tomorrow.
School toilet refusal leaves teen humiliated in class
A teenage student's humiliating experience after being refused toilet access during class sparks national debate on school bathroom policies and student welfare in UK schools.
Northern Ireland pupils forced to school in Republic
Dozens of Northern Ireland pupils face unprecedented daily international commutes as Derry primary schools reach capacity, highlighting critical education infrastructure failures.
Teacher exodus: 40% plan to quit within five years
Exclusive polling reveals nearly half of UK teachers plan to leave within five years amid workload pressures and government dissatisfaction, raising alarm bells for education sector.
Trump demands trade school grants restoration in Harvard speech
Former President Donald Trump demands restoration of trade school funding while blasting elite university endowments in explosive campaign address that could reshape UK skills policy.
Douglas Ross demands Education Secretary resignation over school crisis
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross calls for Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth's resignation amid mounting failures in Scotland's education system, citing declining standards and broken promises.
Starmer's 50% university target echoes Blair education vision
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious plan to send half of young people to university, reviving Tony Blair's education legacy while addressing Britain's skills gap.
Labour plans radical education system overhaul
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils Labour's ambitious plan to overhaul school curriculum, assessment methods, and classroom technology in preparation for government.
Kids protest Labour's private school tax plan
Dozens of students and parents staged an emotional protest outside Labour's London headquarters, warning that the party's VAT on private schools could devastate family finances and overwhelm state education.
School Trip Exposes Britain's Educational Divide
A Guardian columnist's eye-opening account of how a simple school field trip reveals the stark reality of educational inequality in modern Britain, where parents' financial contributions increasingly determine children's opportunities.
Labour to reintroduce student grants axed by Tories
Keir Starmer's Labour Party pledges to reintroduce maintenance grants for university students in major policy reversal, aiming to ease cost of living pressures and boost social mobility across Britain.
Oklahoma education chief's controversial ties spark debate
Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters faces mounting criticism over his close association with conservative group Turning Point USA, raising concerns about political influence in state education policy.
Minister 'forced to back medical support for trans pupils'
Exclusive: Former Education Minister Robin Walker reveals he was pressured to endorse medical interventions for questioning children without parental consent, sparking a major safeguarding row.
Labour to scrap Ofsted and tax private schools in education shake-up
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical plan to abolish Ofsted, replace it with a new body, and remove private schools' tax breaks to invest billions in state schools.
Ofsted's 'Gargantuan' New School Inspection Plan Sparks Fury
Education leaders slam Ofsted's proposed 1,800-point inspection system as 'unworkable' and 'destructive', warning it will bury schools in bureaucracy and achieve little for pupils.
Labour proceeds with VAT on private school fees
Exclusive: The new Labour government is pushing forward with its manifesto pledge to add VAT to private school fees, a move that could reshape the UK's education landscape and spark fierce debate.
Guardian 2025 Education University Rankings Revealed
The Guardian's definitive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Education degrees. Discover which institutions excelled in teaching, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects.
SEND Reforms Risk Repeating Universal Credit Failures
A damning IFS report cautions that the government's planned special educational needs reforms risk mirroring the catastrophic rollout of Universal Credit, potentially leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Labour's Bridget Phillipson unveils education system overhaul
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces Labour's radical plan to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum reform, teacher recruitment, and breaking down class barriers.
Labour ends private school VAT breaks in education funding revolution
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces immediate action to remove VAT breaks from private schools to fund state education, signalling Labour's first major policy shift.
Labour's Bridget Phillipson unveils education revolution plan
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson outlines Labour's ambitious education reform agenda, including recruiting 6,500 new teachers, overhauling the curriculum, and transforming Ofsted in major pre-election pledge.
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