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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Secondary school starters show alarming wellbeing decline
Exclusive research uncovers a significant decline in mental health and happiness among UK children as they transition to secondary school, with urgent calls for systemic support.
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.
Educating Yorkshire Returns for Season 2 on Channel 4
Channel 4's acclaimed documentary series 'Educating Yorkshire' makes a triumphant return, following pupils and staff at Thornhill Academy in Dewsbury. Discover the raw, emotional stories from the classroom in this highly anticipated second series.
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.
Labubu Mini Pop Mart Blind Boxes Spark UK Collector Frenzy
The latest Labubu Mini Pop Mart blind box series from China has triggered a collector craze in the UK, with rare figures selling for hundreds on the secondary market. Discover the hype behind this viral toy phenomenon.
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.
90% of Adults Fail This GCSE Maths Question - Can You?
As GCSE results are released, a 'simple' maths question from a past paper has gone viral for stumping the internet. We reveal the problem that 9 out of 10 adults get wrong and break down the solution. Think you're smarter than a teenager? Take the test!
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.
Six schoolgirls arrested after violent playground brawl
Police were called to a Merseyside secondary school after a major disturbance involving a large group of pupils, with six girls arrested on suspicion of violent disorder.
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.
China-linked takeovers of UK private schools spark concern
Over 30 British private schools have been acquired by foreign investors, with significant ties to China's Communist Party, raising concerns over academic independence and national security.
Trump warns India over Russian oil imports
Former US President Donald Trump has cautioned India against bypassing Western sanctions by purchasing Russian oil, hinting at potential secondary tariffs if he returns to office.
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