Schools failing to tackle 'pervasive' sexism, warns Commissioner
Dame Rachel de Souza calls for urgent action, including a revamped curriculum and mandatory training, to combat deeply entrenched sexist attitudes in schools across England.
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School's 'Prison-Like' Regime Leaves Pupils in Tears
Outcry at Sheffield secondary school as new 'zero-tolerance' behaviour policy, including silent corridors and immediate detentions, leaves children distressed and parents furious. The drastic measures have been compared to a prison regime.
Teacher fined £195,000 in school transgender row
A maths teacher dismissed for refusing to use a transgender pupil's preferred pronouns has been hit with a staggering £195,000 fine for ignoring a court order banning him from the school grounds, in a case exposing deep tensions in UK education policy.
Quarter of English schools lack a physics teacher
Exclusive data reveals a deepening shortage of qualified physics teachers in England, with a quarter of secondary schools lacking a specialist, threatening the future of UK science and engineering.
Phillipson: Parents must tackle school behaviour and absence
Bridget Phillipson delivers a major speech demanding greater parental responsibility as new figures reveal a surge in disruptive behaviour and persistent absenteeism plaguing England's schools.
Countryfile urges schools to install wildlife ponds for learning
Countryfile Magazine champions a transformative educational initiative, urging UK primary schools to install wildlife ponds. Discover how this simple addition could revolutionise outdoor learning, biodiversity, and children's mental wellbeing.
Girl on Prevent programme stabs teachers in Welsh school
Exclusive: A teenage girl who stabbed two teachers at a Welsh secondary school had been referred to the government's anti-extremism programme, Prevent, raising serious questions about its effectiveness in cases of non-ideological violence.
UK Parents & Teachers: Share Your AI Classroom Experiences
Exclusive insights from British parents and educators reveal the real-world impact of AI tools like ChatGPT in schools. Discover the promises, the pitfalls, and the profound changes shaping the future of learning.
75% of UK Muslim Mums Fear School Prejudice Over Faith
A shocking new report by MEND uncovers widespread anxiety among British Muslim parents, with 75% fearing their children will face prejudice in schools due to their faith. The study highlights urgent concerns over bullying, teacher understanding, and the n
Teacher calls boy 'future dictator' in political row
A Florida middle school teacher is under investigation after allegedly labelling a conservative-leaning student a 'future dictator' and criticising his political views in front of classmates, sparking outrage and a formal complaint from his parents.
Sixth Forms Braced for 'Brutal Competition' Over Labour VAT Plan
Exclusive: A new report reveals sixth forms are bracing for a fierce battle for students as Labour's plan to add VAT to private school fees threatens to drive an exodus back into the state sector, creating a funding and capacity crisis.
Katherine Ryan's 'Dangerous' School Choice For Son
Comedian Katherine Ryan opens up about her unconventional parenting philosophy, defending her choice to prioritise real-world experience and resilience over sheltered private education for her son.
Mother's warning after 'kidnapping' her own child from school
A mother reveals the terrifying ease with which she abducted her seven-year-old daughter from school to expose critical security flaws, issuing an urgent warning to parents nationwide.
School librarian arrested over disturbing 'trophies'
A school librarian has been arrested after disturbing messages and a collection of 'trophies' were discovered, sending shockwaves through the community.
London's school success model may go national
Ministers plan to replicate London's educational achievements across England, targeting underperforming schools with proven strategies.
Mandatory checks for adults working with kids proposed
The UK government is considering a radical new policy requiring all adults in regular contact with children to undergo compulsory background checks in a bid to protect young people from sexual predators.
UK sports bodies fail to protect women from online abuse
A damning report highlights how British sports governing bodies are not doing enough to safeguard women athletes from online harassment and abuse.
Children Abused in Care – The Silence That Followed
A mother's harrowing account of her children's abuse in care and the systemic silence that compounded their suffering.
Teacher compensated after sacking over pupil pregnancy
A former teacher who was dismissed after allegedly fathering a child with a 12-year-old student has been awarded compensation, sparking outrage and debate over safeguarding failures.
Ex-teacher jailed for teen sex messages
A disgraced ex-teacher has been sentenced after sending sexually explicit messages to a 15-year-old girl. Read the full story here.
School missed warning signs before teen's murder
A grieving mother accuses her son's school of failing to act on warning signs before he was fatally stabbed. The tragic case raises urgent questions about safeguarding in UK schools.
Teacher groomed girl at 12 before raping her
A woman shares her harrowing story of being groomed at 12 and raped by her maths tutor, exposing systemic failures in safeguarding vulnerable students.
5 red flags missed in tragic Harvey Willgoose case
A heartbreaking case reveals five warning signs that might have prevented the tragic death of Harvey Willgoose, highlighting systemic failures in child protection.
NSPCC warns of child abuse risks in UK sports clubs
The NSPCC has issued a stark warning about the risks of child abuse in sports clubs across the UK, urging parents and coaches to stay vigilant.
NSPCC reports sharp rise in child abuse cases
The NSPCC has revealed a shocking increase in child abuse reports, urging immediate government intervention to protect vulnerable children across the UK.
NSPCC warns of rising child welfare concerns
The NSPCC has warned of a significant increase in child welfare concerns, with sports clubs and schools urged to take immediate action to safeguard children.
Melbourne teacher in student relationship scandal
A female teacher at Cranbourne's Alkira Secondary College in Melbourne is under investigation for allegedly engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a student, sparking outrage and raising serious safeguarding concerns.
Predator warning: How groomers target parents first
Experts reveal the chilling tactics predators use to groom parents before exploiting their children. Learn the red flags to protect your family.
Carer groomed teen, urged him to have kids
A 44-year-old carer has been accused of grooming a teenage boy, urging him to have children with her in a disturbing case that has shocked the community.
Care worker jailed for grooming vulnerable boy
A care worker has been sentenced to prison for grooming and sexually abusing a vulnerable boy at a children's home, exposing systemic failures in safeguarding.
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