Sunday Times 2026 School Rankings: Top in Every Region
Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet tops the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover the leading state, comprehensive, independent and primary schools ranked across every UK region.
Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet tops the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover the leading state, comprehensive, independent and primary schools ranked across every UK region.
London and South East schools top The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Queen Elizabeth's School named best state secondary. Discover the full rankings and regional winners.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 reveals the UK's top-performing state and private schools. Find out which schools topped the national and regional rankings for GCSE and A-Level results.
The 2025 NAPLAN results are out, highlighting Australia's highest-achieving schools. Discover the key trends and what the data reveals about student progress and educational equity.
A Sydney motorist claims his freedom of speech was infringed after being forced to surrender his 'ILDUCE' number plates, which authorities say reference fascist dictator Benito Mussolini. Read the full story.
The Department for Education faces a backlash for a 'tone deaf' social media post boasting of Labour's school achievements. Critics call it condescending and out of touch. Read the full story.
Private school leaders call for nuance over a blanket mobile phone ban in schools, arguing for community-specific policies and digital education. Read their full stance.
Donald Trump announces legal action seeking up to $5 billion against BBC for edited Capitol speech. Corporation apologises but refuses compensation. Read the latest developments.
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.
A Wisconsin mother has won a groundbreaking legal battle after being sued for calling her child's teacher 'woke' on Facebook. The landmark case sets a precedent for free speech rights in educational disputes.
Shocking investigation reveals California schools in meltdown with rampant drug use, explicit sexual behaviour and daily violence creating 'Lord of the Flies' environment for students and teachers.
A Tennessee man faces jail time after creating a satirical meme about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, sparking a fierce debate about free speech rights and political expression in America.
Exclusive investigation reveals Florida schools with alleged ties to Islamic law receiving millions in taxpayer vouchers, sparking political firestorm and raising questions about education funding oversight.
Brazil's President launches dramatic military intervention in Rio de Janeiro schools to combat drug gang influence and restore safety for students and teachers.
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces revolutionary free breakfast scheme for every primary school in England, aiming to boost learning and tackle food poverty.
Bridget Phillipson announces immediate ban on mobile phones in English schools and ambitious teacher recruitment targets in her first major speech as Education Secretary.
A federal lawsuit challenges the century-old admission practices at Hawaii's prestigious Kamehameha Schools, alleging discrimination against non-Native Hawaiian students in what could become a landmark education rights case.
A high school educator takes legal action claiming wrongful termination after sharing Charlie Kirk content, sparking debate over free speech rights for teachers.
In an era obsessed with policing language, we're facing a more fundamental threat: the erosion of our ability to think freely and critically before we even speak.
New research exposes widespread use of isolation rooms in UK secondary schools, with vulnerable students disproportionately affected. Discover the alarming findings and expert concerns.
Labour's Shadow Chancellor announces massive investment plan to fix England's crumbling schools, targeting roofs, heating systems and structural repairs in urgent overhaul.
Ministers have quietly abandoned plans to extend free school meals to all primary school children in England, sparking outrage from anti-poverty campaigners and education leaders.
Exclusive: Labour's ambitious scheme to extend free school meals to all primary school children and expand nursery provision could benefit nearly a million additional youngsters across England.
Exclusive investigation reveals escalating behavioural crisis in Scottish schools, with primary pupils displaying violence, swearing, and classroom disruptions that are pushing teachers to breaking point.
New government league tables expose the outstanding state secondary schools achieving exceptional GCSE and A-Level results across England - discover if your local school made the cut.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson faces criticism as long-awaited transgender guidance for schools faces further delays from the Equality and Human Rights Commission, sparking political blame game.
Shocking new research exposes how children from poorer backgrounds and those with special educational needs face widespread discrimination in school admissions across England.
In an unprecedented move, Tennessee churches are transforming into temporary school campuses, offering sanctuary and space for education amid infrastructure challenges.
A British judge has overturned the conviction of a man who burned a Koran, declaring the right to offend is fundamental to free speech in landmark case testing UK liberties.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Manchester's religious schools are being targeted by government inspectors over admissions practices, raising concerns about religious freedom in education.