As the UK government rolls out free childcare for children from nine months, experts warn of a potential crisis in capacity, quality, and workforce sustainability. This in-depth analysis examines the challenges facing the landmark policy.
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.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces transformative Labour plan to fund nursery places for over 100,000 children, tackling Britain's childcare crisis head-on.
Nurseries across the UK are sounding the alarm over severe staffing shortages, putting the government's flagship 30-hour free childcare expansion in jeopardy and leaving parents facing nursery closures and soaring fees.
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.
A heartwarming personal story about a cherished homemade childhood outfit and the unexpected papal resemblance that became a beloved family memory.
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.
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
Former Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt warns against the rising trend of overmedicalising normal childhood development, arguing it overlooks the natural, uneven journey of growing up.
A woman reflects on her favourite childhood outfit - a branded Ecstasy T-shirt - and the complex clash of her innocent Muslim girl identity with 90s rave culture.
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.
Explosive internal documents reveal the New South Wales childcare system is in a state of profound crisis, with families facing years-long waitlists and a regulator struggling to cope, according to the Greens.
The Australian government announces a sweeping new national childcare safety framework, including a mandatory CCTV trial and a staff mobile phone ban to enhance safeguarding and transparency.
An 11-year-old maths prodigy from the UK has achieved a top grade in his GCSE maths exam, a staggering five years ahead of his peers. Discover the incredible story of this young genius's remarkable academic feat.
Discover the staggering tuition fees of New York City's most exclusive preschools and what parents are willing to pay for early education.
The Australian government has commissioned Deloitte to develop a blueprint for a universal childcare system, marking a potential landmark reform in early education policy.
Discover the staggering costs of New York City's elite preschools, where tuition can rival Ivy League universities. Learn what parents get for their money and why demand remains high.
The Prince and Princess of Wales continue their impactful charity work, focusing on mental health and early childhood development, despite recent royal family controversies.
Explore the fascinating science behind why we forget our earliest childhood memories and what happens to them in our brains.
Labour announces a groundbreaking nursery initiative aimed at tackling harmful gender stereotypes in young boys, sparking debate on early childhood intervention.
A growing number of fathers in the UK are seeking employment in nurseries and preschools, challenging traditional gender roles in early years education.
The UK's childcare sector is in crisis, with nurseries facing financial strain and parents struggling with soaring costs. Bridget Phillipson's new plan aims to fix the system—but will it work?
Australia's childcare sector is in turmoil, with Education Minister Jason Clare facing immense challenges in reforming a system plagued by funding shortages and fragmented control.
Thousands of parents scramble to register for the government's expanded free childcare scheme, with demand soaring ahead of the April rollout.
A leading nursery provider has introduced an innovative work experience programme to attract new talent into the childcare sector amid a growing staffing crisis.
Kate Middleton shares her compassion for young children facing trauma during a poignant speech at a London event, highlighting the importance of early support.
Secondary schools in England will introduce new measures to tackle incel ideology and promote healthy relationships through updated sex education programmes.
A new report reveals that children with special educational needs in England are significantly lagging behind their peers, raising urgent concerns about support and resources.