Mother: Council failed murdered Sara Sharif
Olga Domin says her 10-year-old daughter Sara would be alive if Surrey Council had acted sooner. A damning report confirms multiple missed opportunities to save her from horrific abuse.
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PSNI Engages With Presbyterian Church Over Safeguarding
The Presbyterian Church in Ireland admits serious safeguarding failings from 2009-2022 after a child sex offence conviction. PSNI confirms engagement as church leadership steps down.
MPs Demand Inquiry Over Sara Sharif Failings
MPs call for a full parliamentary investigation after a damning review reveals systemic failures in child services that led to the murder of 10-year-old Sara Sharif. Read the full report.
Presbyterian Church safeguarding failures shock minister
Stormont minister Gordon Lyons expresses shock over Presbyterian Church safeguarding failures, as Moderator Rev Trevor Gribben steps down. Learn about the serious failings from 2009-2022 and the Church's response.
PCI Moderator Steps Down Over Safeguarding Failures
Rev Trevor Gribben resigns as Presbyterian Church in Ireland moderator after internal review reveals serious safeguarding failures spanning 13 years. Church apologises unreservedly.
Girl locked in school sports hall overnight in safety fail
A shocking incident at a UK school left a young student trapped overnight in a sports hall, raising serious questions about safety protocols and supervision.
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.
Scottish primary school pupils in record Prevent referrals
Exclusive figures reveal record numbers of Scottish primary school pupils are being flagged to Prevent, the UK's counter-terrorism scheme, raising serious concerns about safeguarding and early intervention strategies.
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.
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.
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.
Bangor nursery closed after safety failures expose children to risk
First Steps Learning Academy in Bangor has been closed following a damning Ofsted inspection that revealed serious safeguarding failures, including unsupervised children and inadequate staff vetting procedures.
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.
Ballarat Grammar halts new boarders over safety concerns
Exclusive: Victoria's Education Regulator intervenes as prestigious Ballarat Grammar School faces multiple child safety concerns, suspending new boarding placements immediately.
School safety fears over refugee camp proximity
Furious parents demand action as children face 'unacceptable risks' near controversial refugee accommodation site. Council insists pupil welfare remains 'absolute priority' despite mounting concerns.
70 pupils withdrawn over migrant classes in primary school
Furious parents have removed dozens of children from a primary school after discovering their classrooms are being used to teach adult migrants English during school hours, raising serious safeguarding concerns.
Teacher's depraved final note after schoolgirl abuse
A disgraced teacher who took his own life after being accused of abusing schoolgirls left a deeply disturbing final message, revealing his twisted mindset in a case that has horrified the community.
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.
School investigated over staff Facebook post targeting student
Whitehorse Middle School in Madison under investigation after staff member's alleged Facebook post singled out student with disabilities, sparking outrage and raising serious safeguarding concerns.
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 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.
Southport killer was 'sinister' pupil, says ex-headteacher
Exclusive: The headteacher who taught Southport killer Barlow recalls his disturbing behaviour as a pupil, revealing staff felt a 'sense of dread' about him years before the tragic knife attacks that shocked the nation.
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.
Teacher banned over 'honour killings' lesson controversy
A UK teacher has been prohibited from the classroom following a controversial religious studies lesson about 'honour' killings that left students distressed and prompted safeguarding 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.
Convicted paedophile worked in London school
Exclusive investigation reveals how a registered sex offender gained employment at a Westminster primary school, raising serious questions about child protection protocols and background check systems.
A-Levels Face Replacement by New 'V-Levels' System
The UK government is considering a major overhaul of post-16 education that could see A-Levels replaced by a new broader qualification system called 'V-Levels', marking the biggest change to England's education system in decades.
Major GCSE Shake-Up: 'Mickey Mouse' Courses Axed
The UK government announces radical reforms to post-16 education, phasing out low-value qualifications and creating new 'Advanced British Standard' combining A-Levels and T-Levels.
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