Telford in Shropshire cements its status as England's smartest town after its academy trust's students achieve unprecedented GCSE success, dramatically outperforming the national average and setting a new educational benchmark.
A British family reveals how swapping an overpriced Cornwall staycation for Northern France's stunning Côte d'Opale delivered better beaches, finer food, and surprising savings despite the ferry crossing.
A leading dentist reveals why a popular sugar-free soft drink is causing hidden damage to your enamel and what you should drink instead for optimal oral health.
Health chiefs warn GCSE pressure is driving a surge in teens seeking NHS care for stress-induced symptoms. NICE issues new guidance for doctors and schools.
Following a fatal shark attack in Sydney, experts and officials are locked in a fierce debate over the effectiveness and ethics of shark netting. Discover why critics argue this 1930s technology is ecological vandalism that offers little real protection.
Discover the ultimate guide to keeping your money secure on holiday. Experts reveal why a specific type of bag is your best defence against pickpockets and the common mistake that makes you a target.
A new report reveals that employers value soft skills like work ethic and resilience as much as academic grades. Discover why the current exam system is failing to prepare students for the modern workplace.
Our definitive taste test of the UK's top plant-based spreads. Discover which vegan butter and dairy-free alternatives triumphed for flavour, spreadability, and value in our expert review.
A groundbreaking report reveals that girls' schools in the UK are producing a powerhouse of future female leaders in science, technology, engineering, and maths, dramatically outpacing mixed-gender institutions.
Shoppers are going wild for Home Bargains' £2.99 Labubu figure dupe, a near-identical copy of the £15 collectible that's flying off shelves across the UK.
Health fears surrounding at-home gel polish kits are on the rise. Discover the best professional-grade alternatives for every skill level and budget to achieve a salon-worthy manicure safely.
Discover the definitive verdict on whether a clothes steamer or a traditional iron reigns supreme for garment care in British households. We compare performance, convenience, and results.
Scarlett Thomas, daughter of Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas, is prioritising her burgeoning makeup artistry career over her GCSE exams, as she trains in a professional studio. Exclusive details inside.
A severe shortage of specialist physics teachers is leaving hundreds of thousands of GCSE students without proper instruction, threatening the UK's future in science and technology.
Exclusive: The Department for Education has abruptly terminated a flagship research programme designed to revolutionise physics teaching, sparking outrage from academics and scientists.
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.
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.
A new UK fitness report reveals a seismic shift from solitary morning jogs to immersive, social fitness events. Discover how events like Tough Mudder and ParkRun are redefining wellness and building communities.
Former Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas breaks his silence on the controversial choice to let his daughter, Scarlett, forgo her GCSE exams. The 'nepo baby' debate ignites as he defends their family's personal education path.
Inspiring pensioner John Hobbs proves it's never too late to learn, achieving a Grade 5 in GCSE Maths after dedicating his retirement to studying.
A damning reality check reveals how the UK's approach to language learning is creating a cultural and economic disadvantage. Discover why GCSEs aren't working and what needs to change.
Victoria is radically overhauling its waste management system, fast-tracking energy-from-waste facilities. Critics warn this 'incineration revolution' risks creating a 'licence to burn' culture, undermining recycling and public health. Explore the high-st
The 2024 GCSE results are in, revealing a significant drop in top grades as grading returns to pre-pandemic standards. Discover the national trends, subject performances, and reactions from education leaders.
New GCSE results reveal how Michael Gove's controversial resit policy has created a 'broken system' of educational inequality, with disadvantaged students bearing the brunt of persistent failure rates in English and maths.
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.
Katharine Birbalsingh's Michaela Community School celebrates record-breaking GCSE results, proving her controversial 'no excuses' discipline policy delivers exceptional academic achievement.
In a historic shift, Spanish has surpassed French as the most popular modern foreign language for GCSE entries in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, marking a significant change in the UK's educational landscape.
A remarkable surge in state school admissions to Oxford and Cambridge is revealed, with Turkish-inspired educational reforms and strategic outreach programmes breaking down historic barriers to elite university access.
Exclusive analysis of GCSE results reveals a deepening regional attainment gap in England, with London pupils surging ahead while disadvantaged areas in the North and Midlands fall further behind.
A Preston teenager's incredible story of resilience as he secures outstanding GCSE results just months after the tragic loss of both his mother and father.