The Labour government's VAT imposition on private school fees has led to 105 closures in 12 months, sparking warnings of a detrimental impact on the state sector. Watch the video for the full analysis.
More than 100 independent schools have closed since VAT was added to fees, with leaders warning of more to come. Discover the impact on education.
A major survey reveals a wave of career discontent in the UK, with 10% of workers planning to quit this month and 41% wanting a career overhaul. Discover the causes and the push for education reform.
MPs will debate a petition signed by over 126,000 people calling for a four-day school week to tackle the teacher recruitment crisis. The government has firmly rejected the proposal.
MPs will debate a petition signed by over 126,000 people calling for a four-day school week in England. The government has rejected the idea, citing impacts on parents and the economy.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
A Ukrainian refugee student has withdrawn from a UK sixth form after staff urged her to study Russian, citing her heritage. The incident raises questions about cultural sensitivity in British education.
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
The UK has been named the world's second smartest country, trailing only Switzerland. New research analysed Nobel Prizes, IQ, and degree attainment. Discover the full rankings.
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
New DfE figures reveal an 11% surge in teacher trainees in England, with STEM subjects exceeding recruitment targets for the first time this decade. Discover the data and the challenges that remain.
Italy's far-right government passes a restrictive sex education bill requiring parental consent, sparking protests. Critics say it undermines violence prevention. Read the full story.
English universities receive just 64% of 2015 funding per student, with new international student levy threatening further cuts. Discover how this affects higher education.
Trump administration transfers key education programmes to other agencies as staff describe complete loss of morale and chaotic working conditions. Read the full investigation.
The Department for Education faces significant restructuring as multiple responsibilities are reassigned to other government departments. Discover how this overhaul will impact UK education policy.
The Trump administration has announced plans to dismantle the US Department of Education, moving six key offices to other federal agencies. Discover the full impact of this major policy shift.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical proposals to transform UK education, prioritising AI literacy and essential skills over outdated knowledge.
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces radical plan to replace controversial one-word Ofsted judgments with comprehensive report cards in Labour's first term.
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.
The government is planning significant changes to relationship and sex education in schools, giving parents greater transparency and control over controversial curriculum content.
Kennebunk school administrator Leslie Trentalange resigns after controversial comments about transgender students, igniting fierce discussion about education and inclusion policies in American schools.
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.