Quarter of English schools lack a physics teacher
Exclusive data reveals a deepening shortage of qualified physics teachers in England, with a quarter of secondary schools lacking a specialist, threatening the future of UK science and engineering.
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Educating Yorkshire Returns: Channel 4's Hopeful School Series Back
Channel 4's beloved documentary series 'Educating Yorkshire' makes a joyful return, capturing the authentic spirit of a comprehensive school and offering a powerful antidote to modern pessimism in this uplifting review.
Phillipson: Parents must tackle school behaviour and absence
Bridget Phillipson delivers a major speech demanding greater parental responsibility as new figures reveal a surge in disruptive behaviour and persistent absenteeism plaguing England's schools.
Countryfile urges schools to install wildlife ponds for learning
Countryfile Magazine champions a transformative educational initiative, urging UK primary schools to install wildlife ponds. Discover how this simple addition could revolutionise outdoor learning, biodiversity, and children's mental wellbeing.
75% of UK Muslim Mums Fear School Prejudice Over Faith
A shocking new report by MEND uncovers widespread anxiety among British Muslim parents, with 75% fearing their children will face prejudice in schools due to their faith. The study highlights urgent concerns over bullying, teacher understanding, and the n
Teacher calls boy 'future dictator' in political row
A Florida middle school teacher is under investigation after allegedly labelling a conservative-leaning student a 'future dictator' and criticising his political views in front of classmates, sparking outrage and a formal complaint from his parents.
Nike shortage leaves UK schoolchildren without sports shoes
Parents and headteachers across the UK are furious as Nike prioritises adult-sized trainers, creating a critical shortage of school sports footwear for children. Discover the impact on PE lessons and the growing backlash.
Vote at 16: Electoral Commission Plans School Democracy Drive
The UK's elections watchdog is spearheading a new initiative to embed democracy lessons in schools, aiming to educate and empower 16 and 17-year-olds ahead of their new right to vote.
Trump Budget Slashes Billions from Public School Funding
Exclusive: The Trump administration's latest budget proposal guts federal education funding, redirecting billions from public schools to private institutions and parent vouchers, sparking a fierce political battle.
Reeves's Budget Tax Raid to Decimate Hospitality Jobs
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's planned VAT overhaul for private schools could trigger a devastating chain reaction, costing the hospitality sector more than 50% of its job losses and hitting family budgets hard.
US Sex Education: Shocking Disparities Exposed in Report
A new report reveals a dangerous patchwork of sex education laws across the US, with many states failing to mandate crucial topics like consent and STI prevention, leaving millions of young people vulnerable.
Crumbling Schools £3bn Revamp to Create 60,000 Jobs
The UK Government unveils a major £3 billion investment to rebuild and refurbish over 150 dilapidated schools across England, tackling the RAAC concrete crisis and creating a jobs boom in the construction sector.
Strictest Headteacher's GCSE Triumph Proves Methods Work
Katharine Birbalsingh's Michaela Community School celebrates record-breaking GCSE results, proving her controversial 'no excuses' discipline policy delivers exceptional academic achievement.
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.
GCSE Results 2025: Grade shifts as exams return to normal
Exclusive analysis of the 2025 GCSE results reveals significant changes in grade distribution, regional disparities, and crucial next steps for students across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Billionaire Backs 'American Exceptionalism' School Chain
Billionaire Jeff Yass, a major Republican donor, is funding a new chain of private schools named 'American Exceptionalism Academies' across four US states, aiming to challenge 'woke' education policies.
Teacher fired for blackface wins job back in shock ruling
A Canadian teacher who was dismissed for wearing blackface as a Halloween costume has been controversially reinstated by an arbitrator, sparking a fierce debate on racism, accountability, and education.
Federal Court Blocks Louisiana Ten Commandments School Law
A US federal court has temporarily blocked Louisiana's controversial law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, citing 'significant Establishment Clause concerns' and potential violation of the First Amendment.
Sixth Forms Braced for 'Brutal Competition' Over Labour VAT Plan
Exclusive: A new report reveals sixth forms are bracing for a fierce battle for students as Labour's plan to add VAT to private school fees threatens to drive an exodus back into the state sector, creating a funding and capacity crisis.
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.
Jack Thorne: UK's Education System is 'Fundamentally Broken'
Acclaimed screenwriter Jack Thorne and star Ashley Walters launch a searing indictment of the UK's underfunded schools and the devastating impact on a generation of adolescents in the new Netflix drama 'Teachers'.
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.
Katherine Ryan's 'Dangerous' School Choice For Son
Comedian Katherine Ryan opens up about her unconventional parenting philosophy, defending her choice to prioritise real-world experience and resilience over sheltered private education for her son.
Mother's warning after 'kidnapping' her own child from school
A mother reveals the terrifying ease with which she abducted her seven-year-old daughter from school to expose critical security flaws, issuing an urgent warning to parents nationwide.
White working-class pupils have worst GCSE results
New analysis exposes a severe education disadvantage for poor white British pupils in England, with Bridget Phillipson blaming 'systemic neglect' and vowing urgent reform.
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.
Tennessee GOP Bill Seeks to Ban Google Maps in Schools
Republican lawmakers in Tennessee have proposed a bill to prohibit the use of Google Maps in public schools, citing concerns over 'liberal bias' in its algorithms. Critics argue the move is politically motivated and could hinder education.
Oklahoma teachers challenge 'America First' history curriculum
A group of Oklahoma educators is pushing back against the state's controversial 'America First' history curriculum, sparking a national debate over education and ideology.
Girl, 7, left with hole in leg after swing accident
A seven-year-old girl suffered a horrific injury when a swing chain snapped and impaled her leg, leaving a gaping wound. The incident has sparked safety concerns among parents.
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