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Labour's GCSE overhaul sparks 'dumbing down' row

The Labour Party faces fierce criticism over plans to scrap rigorous GCSE reforms, with opponents warning of 'educational vandalism' and a return to 'Mickey Mouse' qualifications that could undermine academic standards across Britain.

Rachel Reeves faces fresh standards probe

Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts escalating pressure as the government's standards watchdog investigates new information about her conduct, potentially threatening her political future.

Roman ruler mix-up stuns Queensland exam students

Australian high school students were left bewildered when a Queensland history exam featured an obscure Roman military commander instead of the expected Julius Caesar, raising questions about curriculum standards.

Harvard professor's 'easy A' marketing course exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals how a Harvard Business School marketing professor awards suspiciously high grades in what students call an 'easy A' course, raising questions about academic standards at the elite institution.

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.

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.

Why Teaching Children Proper English Matters

An urgent call to preserve traditional English language and manners in an era of declining standards. Discover why teaching children to speak like gentlemen isn't elitist - it's essential for their future success.

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.

Teacher banned for life over Muslim pupil comments

A UK teacher has been permanently barred from the profession after making inappropriate comments about a Muslim student's appearance and referencing Iran's strict dress code laws during a classroom discussion.

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.

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.

Mass layoffs hit special education department

Exclusive: The Department for Education has announced sweeping cuts to special educational needs support, eliminating 1,100 positions and raising serious concerns about the future of SEND provision across England.

Vanessa Stoykov rejects private school for son

Wealth education expert Vanessa Stoykov explains her surprising decision to withdraw her son from private education, challenging conventional wisdom about privilege and parenting.

Why UK vocational training needs more than money

New research reveals that simply pouring money into vocational education won't solve Britain's skills crisis. Discover why deeper systemic reforms are crucial for creating the workforce of tomorrow.

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