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Reeves scraps VAT exemption for private schools

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes her opening move by ending VAT exemption for private schools, a key Labour pledge to fund state education. The Treasury confirms the change will proceed despite sector warnings.

Northern Ireland GCSE Students Outperform England in 2024

Northern Ireland's GCSE students have significantly outperformed their counterparts in England, with a notable rise in top grades. This analysis delves into the regional disparities, the impact of pre-pandemic grading standards, and what it means for the

Court Orders Ten Commandments in Texas Schools

A federal appeals court has mandated the display of the Ten Commandments in all Texas public school classrooms, igniting a fierce national debate on religious freedom, education, and the First Amendment.

Mum refuses school order to remove 'distracting' nose piercing

A teaching assistant in the UK is at the centre of a school policy dispute after being asked to remove her nose stud, deemed a 'distraction' to pupils. Rebecca Haro is standing her ground, sparking a debate on personal expression in the classroom.

Reeves Rules Out VAT on Private School Fees

In a significant pre-election promise, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has explicitly committed to not extending VAT to private school fees, offering certainty to families and the education sector.

Mississippi Enforces Sweeping DEI Ban in Public Education

A sweeping new law in Mississippi has outlawed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in all public educational institutions, sparking a fierce debate on academic freedom and racial equality in the state's classrooms and campuses.

New School Rules: £2,500 Fines for Term-Time Holidays

Parents across England are up in arms as new government guidance threatens fines of up to £2,500 for taking children on holiday during term time. The stricter rules, which come into effect from September, grant heads more power to clamp down on absences.

Parents skip meals to afford school uniforms

A new survey highlights the financial strain on families in England as parents sacrifice meals to pay for school uniforms. Experts warn of a growing crisis in education affordability.

University 'brain drain' threatens smaller UK colleges

Leading UK universities are attracting a disproportionate number of students, leaving lower-ranked institutions struggling to survive. Experts warn of potential mergers or closures as the higher education sector faces a deepening crisis.

UTS academics reveal 'culture of fear' amid course cuts

Academics at the University of Technology Sydney reveal a toxic work environment as nearly a fifth of courses face enrolment suspensions, sparking concerns over academic freedom and institutional transparency.

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