SNP Proposes 4-Day Week for Scottish Teachers
Scottish teachers could get a flexible four-day week under new SNP plans to avert strikes. Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth unveils proposals for reduced classroom contact time.
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Arts education gets major boost in England's schools
England's education system is set for a creative transformation as arts leaders welcome new government measures to elevate arts and creative subjects in schools, addressing years of decline.
Labour to impose VAT on private school fees
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.
Labour's Ambitious National Curriculum Overhaul Revealed
Exclusive insight into Labour's radical plan to transform England's education system, focusing on digital skills, creativity, and real-world learning for the 21st century.
Labour's Curriculum Revolution Sparks Outrage
The Labour Party's proposed curriculum reforms are sparking intense debate as critics warn of a 'wrecking ball' approach to traditional education standards and British cultural heritage.
Francis Review: Rethinking Education for Uncertain Times
The landmark Francis curriculum review challenges traditional teaching methods and calls for an education system that prepares students for complexity, critical thinking, and rapid technological change in post-Brexit Britain.
Schools in Critical Funding Crisis, Warns Education Secretary
Bridget Phillipson reveals alarming state of school finances as Labour government inherits 'broken' education system, with urgent reforms planned to address crumbling infrastructure and teacher shortages.
Why More Reading Tests Won't Fix Literacy Crisis
New analysis reveals why increased testing fails to improve children's reading skills and identifies the evidence-based strategies that actually work in UK classrooms.
Labour plans AI-focused curriculum overhaul for schools
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical proposals to transform UK education, prioritising AI literacy and essential skills over outdated knowledge.
Labour to scrap Ofsted single-word ratings in education shakeup
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical plan to replace controversial one-word Ofsted judgments with comprehensive report cards in Labour's first term.
England's Curriculum Shakeup: 10 Key Reforms Revealed
The long-awaited National Curriculum review reveals sweeping reforms focusing on AI literacy, mental health, and core knowledge - discover how England's classrooms are set to transform.
Parents get legal right to see sex education materials
The government is planning significant changes to relationship and sex education in schools, giving parents greater transparency and control over controversial curriculum content.
School official resigns over transgender student comments
Kennebunk school administrator Leslie Trentalange resigns after controversial comments about transgender students, igniting fierce discussion about education and inclusion policies in American schools.
Trump allies plot Education Department dismantling
Former President Donald Trump's allies are drafting ambitious plans to dismantle the US Department of Education and redirect federal education funding, setting the stage for a dramatic conservative transformation of American schooling.
The Serious Case for Children's Play: Why It Matters
New research reveals play is fundamental to children's wellbeing and development, yet it's increasingly undervalued in modern society. Experts demand serious policy changes.
Australian kindergartens offer non-binary pronouns
Australian education department introduces radical new guidelines encouraging preschool children to explore non-binary pronouns, sparking heated debate among parents and educators.
Nicola Sturgeon faces bankruptcy petition in High Court
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confronts bankruptcy proceedings as legal action intensifies around SNP financial management and party governance.
Cambridge women's college defies Supreme Court ruling
Historic Cambridge women's college continues gender-restricted admissions despite landmark Supreme Court ruling against single-sex policies, sparking legal and academic debate.
Trump Plans Transgender Education Restrictions
The Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to sex education, limiting transgender topics in schools and redefining 'sex' as biological. Critics warn of dangerous consequences for LGBTQ+ youth.
Education Secretary accused of dodging parliamentary scrutiny
Bridget Phillipson faces mounting criticism after failing to appear before Education Select Committee for seven months, raising concerns about government accountability in education policy.
Free breakfasts for all primary pupils under Labour
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces revolutionary free breakfast scheme for every primary school in England, aiming to boost learning and tackle food poverty.
Mobile phones banned in English schools in education overhaul
Bridget Phillipson announces immediate ban on mobile phones in English schools and ambitious teacher recruitment targets in her first major speech as Education Secretary.
UK Homeschooling Surges 40% Post-Pandemic
New data reveals homeschooling in the UK has surged by over 40% since the pandemic, as parents cite concerns about bullying, mental health and educational quality.
Labour to scrap Ofsted and tax private schools
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical education reforms including Ofsted replacement and VAT on private schools to fund state education boost.
Harvard Black student enrolment drops 40% after affirmative action ban
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic 40% decline in Black student enrolment at Harvard College after the Supreme Court overturned race-conscious admissions policies, sparking intense debate about diversity in elite education.
Labour unveils ambitious education reform plans
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum overhaul, teacher recruitment, and early years investment.
Family seeks £180k 'English gentleman' tutor for boy
A wealthy family is offering an unprecedented £180,000 salary for a full-time tutor to transform their 11-year-old son into a 'modern-day English gentleman' through intensive classical education.
Labour to scrap Ofsted single-word ratings in education overhaul
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical plan to replace controversial Ofsted ratings with detailed report cards, addressing teacher workload and school improvement concerns.
College Reforms: A Mixed Bag for Further Education
The government's latest post-16 education reforms offer some promise but fall dangerously short on funding and long-term strategy for England's struggling further education colleges.
University of Arizona rejects Trump education compact
The University of Arizona has rejected former President Donald Trump's 'American Dream' compact, joining a growing rebellion against what critics call politically motivated interference in higher education.
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