Exclusive: The University of Kent and the University of Greenwich are in advanced discussions over a potential 'strategic partnership', a move that could reshape higher education in South East England. The talks, described as 'exploratory', could lead to
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.
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.
England's teaching unions launch a major campaign to overhaul the 'toxic' Ofsted inspection regime, citing immense pressure on staff and calling for a more supportive, collaborative system.
Exclusive: A damning new report from the University of Reading calls for the complete abolition of Ofsted's one-word ratings, citing severe harm to teacher wellbeing and educational quality. The government is now under mounting pressure to act.
The Department for Education's new 'simplified' food rating system, likened to a Nando's heat scale, has been slammed by educators and unions as a 'slap in the face' that ignores the real crisis in school funding and meal quality.
Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.
Keir Starmer's Labour government explores unprecedented political reform talks with Nigel Farage, signalling a dramatic shift from Westminster's traditional partisan battles.
Exclusive: Soaring costs of music GCSEs are creating an 'apartheid' in arts education, with state school pupils priced out. The Child Poverty Action Group reveals the stark inequalities forcing schools to cut creative subjects.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces a groundbreaking 'mission' to overhaul England's education system, targeting Tory failures and pledging to break down class barriers with a new government directive.
The Guardian's editorial calls for radical reform of England's broken GCSE resit system, arguing that acknowledging its failure is merely the first step toward meaningful change for thousands of students.
In her first move as Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson demands immediate assessment of critical issues from school buildings to teacher recruitment, signalling major shake-up.
Gillian Keegan delivers a stark warning as new data shows white working-class children have the lowest attainment rates in England, branding the situation a 'real injustice' that must be urgently addressed.
Two decades after Hurricane Katrina, a devastating investigation reveals how the rebuilding of New Orleans' school system deliberately targeted and displaced the city's predominantly Black teaching force, entrenching deep educational inequalities that per
An in-depth investigation reveals the alarming gaps in the UK's flagship T-Level qualifications. Despite being touted as the gold standard for technical education, students and employers report critical shortcomings in maths, English, and essential skills
Exclusive: The Trump administration's latest budget proposal guts federal education funding, redirecting billions from public schools to private institutions and parent vouchers, sparking a fierce political battle.
Exclusive investigation reveals the existential threats facing US higher education and the bold, controversial reforms needed to save it from financial collapse and irrelevance.
Major Australian universities are cutting hundreds of academic jobs and dozens of courses amid financial pressures and government funding reforms, sparking protests and concerns about the future of higher education.
Leading education experts demand urgent reform of GCSEs and A-levels, arguing generative AI like ChatGPT has made current exam formats unfit for purpose. Discover the proposed changes to preserve academic integrity.
Acclaimed screenwriter Jack Thorne and star Ashley Walters launch a searing indictment of the UK's underfunded schools and the devastating impact on a generation of adolescents in the new Netflix drama 'Teachers'.
A closer look at the systemic gaps in children's education and healthcare, and what needs to change to secure their future.
The UK government announces sweeping changes to T-Level qualifications, positioning them as a robust alternative to A-Levels, with new subjects and enhanced industry links.
UK Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping changes to the UCAS university application system, aiming to streamline the process and reduce stress for students.
Former US President Donald Trump has issued a sweeping executive order targeting university admissions policies, sparking fierce debate over fairness and diversity in higher education.
The Australian government has announced significant cuts to student loan debt, offering relief to millions of borrowers. Find out how this will impact graduates and the education sector.
Plans to reform post-16 qualifications in England could see popular BTECs scrapped, leaving students and educators concerned about limited options.
In a rare show of bipartisanship, Australia's Labor and Coalition parties have joined forces to pass legislation easing the burden of HECS debt for millions. Discover how this historic move could reshape higher education financing.
British families face shorter summer breaks compared to France and Germany. Experts argue for reform to align with European norms and boost family wellbeing.
Labour's Bridget Phillipson announces plans to revamp sex education in UK schools, ensuring lessons are age-appropriate and evidence-based.
Secondary schools in England will introduce new measures to tackle incel ideology and promote healthy relationships through updated sex education programmes.