Sunday Times 2026 School Rankings: Top in Every Region
Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet tops the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover the leading state, comprehensive, independent and primary schools ranked across every UK region.
Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet tops the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover the leading state, comprehensive, independent and primary schools ranked across every UK region.
London and South East schools top The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Queen Elizabeth's School named best state secondary. Discover the full rankings and regional winners.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 reveals the UK's top-performing state and private schools. Find out which schools topped the national and regional rankings for GCSE and A-Level results.
The 2025 NAPLAN results are out, highlighting Australia's highest-achieving schools. Discover the key trends and what the data reveals about student progress and educational equity.
Private school leaders call for nuance over a blanket mobile phone ban in schools, arguing for community-specific policies and digital education. Read their full stance.
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.
Shocking investigation reveals California schools in meltdown with rampant drug use, explicit sexual behaviour and daily violence creating 'Lord of the Flies' environment for students and teachers.
Heavy rainfall transforms New York City streets into rivers, causing widespread flooding and travel chaos during Halloween celebrations. Dramatic footage shows vehicles struggling through deep waters.
Exclusive investigation reveals Florida schools with alleged ties to Islamic law receiving millions in taxpayer vouchers, sparking political firestorm and raising questions about education funding oversight.
Brazil's President launches dramatic military intervention in Rio de Janeiro schools to combat drug gang influence and restore safety for students and teachers.
New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, a vocal socialist politician, faces scrutiny over his privileged private education at prestigious Westminster School in London, raising questions about political authenticity.
Bridget Phillipson announces immediate ban on mobile phones in English schools and ambitious teacher recruitment targets in her first major speech as Education Secretary.
A federal lawsuit challenges the century-old admission practices at Hawaii's prestigious Kamehameha Schools, alleging discrimination against non-Native Hawaiian students in what could become a landmark education rights case.
New research exposes widespread use of isolation rooms in UK secondary schools, with vulnerable students disproportionately affected. Discover the alarming findings and expert concerns.
Labour's Shadow Chancellor announces massive investment plan to fix England's crumbling schools, targeting roofs, heating systems and structural repairs in urgent overhaul.
Exclusive investigation reveals escalating behavioural crisis in Scottish schools, with primary pupils displaying violence, swearing, and classroom disruptions that are pushing teachers to breaking point.
New government league tables expose the outstanding state secondary schools achieving exceptional GCSE and A-Level results across England - discover if your local school made the cut.
Watch the dramatic confrontation between progressive challenger Zohran Mamdani and former governor Andrew Cuomo as they spar over housing, crime, and leadership in heated NYC mayoral debate.
In a fiery New York mayoral debate, the leading contenders traded sharp blows over public safety, economic recovery, and the city's future direction, revealing deep divisions ahead of the critical election.
A romantic marriage proposal at New York's iconic Wollman Rink turned disastrous when a Manhattan couple claims their phones were stolen moments after getting engaged, sparking a frantic search and police investigation.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson faces criticism as long-awaited transgender guidance for schools faces further delays from the Equality and Human Rights Commission, sparking political blame game.
The New York Blood Centre has issued an emergency alert as blood supplies drop to dangerously low levels, threatening patient care across New York City and surrounding regions.
Geologists uncover a 450-million-year-old fault system beneath New York City that could explain recent earthquakes and pose significant future seismic risks to the metropolitan area.
A remarkable collection of previously unseen photographs by George Bradford Brainerd reveals intimate moments of 19th century New York, offering a stunning visual time capsule of the evolving metropolis.
New York Attorney General Letitia James takes aggressive stance against Donald Trump, demanding immediate payment of massive bond in civil fraud case as former president faces financial pressure.
In an unprecedented move, Tennessee churches are transforming into temporary school campuses, offering sanctuary and space for education amid infrastructure challenges.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Manchester's religious schools are being targeted by government inspectors over admissions practices, raising concerns about religious freedom in education.
Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks was photographed casually navigating the New York City subway system, charming fellow commuters with his down-to-earth demeanour during his underground journey.
Former Love Island contestant Montana Brown has sparked controversy after criticising teachers for showing films containing adult themes to young pupils, including her own son.
Shocking new data exposes that nearly half of UK secondary schools have faced cyber attacks or data breaches in the past year, raising urgent concerns about student safety and educational continuity.