Prince William awards MBE to Holocaust education chief
Karen Pollock receives MBE honour from Prince William at Clarence House for her decades of dedication to Holocaust education across Britain
Category : Search result: educational funding
23,000 empty classrooms in England as birth rates plummet
A dramatic decline in birth rates has left England with thousands of empty school classrooms, forcing local councils to make difficult decisions about educational provision and taxpayer funding.
Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
Best Educational Toys & Gifts for 2-Year-Olds
Discover the best educational toys and developmental gifts for two-year-olds. Our expert guide helps you choose presents that support learning, creativity and motor skills development.
Trump Halloween party amid UK disabled children funding cuts
Former US President Donald Trump faces criticism for hosting lavish Halloween festivities while UK government reduces support for children with special needs through Snap funding programme.
Mother's fight for autistic son's school place
A desperate mother reveals how her autistic son has been failed by the education system, facing constant rejections from specialist schools despite clear needs.
SEND transport costs crisis pushing families to brink
Soaring transport costs for SEND pupils in England are pushing families to the brink, with councils struggling to cope and parents forced to reduce working hours.
Councils spend £2.5bn on special needs school transport
Shocking new figures expose how local authorities across Britain are spending billions transporting children with special educational needs to school, with costs soaring by nearly £500 million annually.
Professor Jane Plastow: African Theatre Pioneer Dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Professor Jane Plastow, whose pioneering work in African theatre transformed cultural understanding and educational practices across continents.
Creative Toys Boost Child Development More Than Screens
New research shows traditional creative toys significantly enhance children's cognitive development, emotional intelligence and problem-solving skills compared to digital devices.
Essential Toys & Gifts for Newborns and Babies 2025
Discover the top-rated toys and thoughtful gifts that support developmental milestones for babies from birth to 12 months. Expert recommendations for UK parents.
Vice-chancellors' pay soars as universities face cuts
As UK universities face financial crisis with course cuts and staff redundancies, Guardian analysis reveals vice-chancellors' pay packages have soared to record levels, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling institutions.
Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project
Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.
Wisconsin Republicans Block Planned Parenthood Funding
Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin have rejected a federal funding proposal that would have provided millions for Planned Parenthood's healthcare services, affecting thousands of low-income patients across the state.
Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
Black Friday 2025: Best Toniebox Deals & Savings
Discover the best Black Friday 2025 deals on Tonieboxes and audio characters. Our complete guide reveals where to find massive savings on this award-winning screen-free entertainment system for children.
Special needs funding reform delayed amid pressure
Ministers delay controversial SEND funding reforms following widespread backlash from families and councils, leaving thousands of children with special educational needs in limbo.
Welsh public services face £4bn funding black hole
Shocking analysis by Institute for Fiscal Studies warns Welsh public services face devastating £4bn shortfall as funding formula fails to keep pace with needs
Children's attention spans plummet in shocking new study
Groundbreaking research from the University of Utah exposes how modern children struggle with attention and memory tasks that previous generations found easy, raising alarms about educational development.
Ultimate Gift Guide for 7-Year-Olds
Discover the most exciting and educational gift ideas for seven-year-old children, from STEM toys to creative kits and outdoor adventures.
Exam Time Allowances for Neurodivergent Students Scrutinised
New research reveals concerning disparities in how schools grant additional exam time to students with ADHD and autism, raising questions about educational equity across the UK.
AI Teachers Transform UK Classrooms with Microsoft & OpenAI
Exclusive investigation reveals how AI-powered teaching assistants are transforming UK classrooms, raising questions about the future of education and teacher roles.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
NSW funds literature to combat AI-generated stories
The New South Wales government launches a groundbreaking funding initiative to protect authentic Australian storytelling from the rising tide of AI-generated content, championing human creativity.
Ultimate Gift Guide for 1-Year-Olds: 2024 Edition
Discover the perfect presents for one-year-olds with our expert-curated gift guide featuring developmental toys, sensory experiences, and memorable keepsakes.
Free Bus Pass Crisis for England's Seniors
Exclusive: The cherished free bus pass scheme for England's older generation hangs in the balance as ministers and local councils clash over who should foot the bill. Discover how this political standoff could leave millions stranded.
Digital Divide: Poor Kids Struggle with Online Learning
New research reveals alarming educational inequality as disadvantaged pupils face significant barriers accessing online education during school closures.
Parents pay £5,000 for special needs education support
Families across England are being forced to spend thousands on private assessments to secure essential support for children with special educational needs, exposing deep cracks in the education system.
UK Schools Face Deepening Educational Divide, Poll Reveals
Exclusive Sutton Trust research uncovers alarming disparities in educational support during critical school years, with disadvantaged pupils falling further behind their wealthier peers.
Poor children three times more likely to get suspended
Shocking new research reveals a stark educational divide in England, with disadvantaged pupils facing dramatically higher suspension rates than their wealthier peers.
Page 1 of 4