David Peck: Visionary headteacher who transformed London school
Tributes pour in for David Peck, the pioneering headteacher who turned around a struggling London comprehensive and championed comprehensive education against political opposition.
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How teachers use humour to manage six and seven-year-olds
Five experienced primary teachers reveal their secret weapon for managing energetic six and seven-year-olds: laughter. Discover practical strategies that transform classroom chaos into productive learning environments.
Unite declares war on Westminster in Scotland
Sharon Graham announces Unite's radical new strategy to challenge Westminster's influence in Scotland, marking a dramatic shift in political engagement north of the border.
Teacher who raped children jailed for 13 years
A depraved teaching assistant who sexually assaulted vulnerable children in his care has been jailed for 13 years after grooming students and committing horrific abuse.
Unions gain weekly workplace access right
Trade unions secure landmark legal right to enter workplaces weekly for recruitment and organising, as business groups warn of productivity disruption and increased tensions.
Six Plus Seven Meme Takes Over UK Classrooms
A viral maths meme dividing the internet has now infiltrated UK schools, creating classroom chaos as teachers battle to maintain order while students passionately debate the correct answer.
PE teacher banned over fake rugby career claims
A physical education teacher's fabricated professional rugby career unraveled when colleagues discovered his elaborate deception about playing for top clubs.
Six-Seven Craze: UK Teachers Reveal Classroom Impact
The viral 'six-seven' hand game is causing both disruption and engagement in British classrooms. Educators share their experiences managing the latest playground phenomenon while maintaining learning focus.
180,000 applicants battle for Eton and Harrow teaching jobs
Britain's top public schools face unprecedented demand as teaching applications double amid competitive education sector. Discover why these elite positions attract global interest.
Former CQC chief to lead Leeds Hospitals transformation
Exclusive: Sir Mike Richards, former Care Quality Commission chief inspector, takes helm at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust amid sweeping government reforms and £1bn investment pledge.
Sean Cormac: Headteacher who transformed failing school dies
Tributes pour in for pioneering educator Sean Cormac, whose revolutionary approach turned around one of Westminster's most challenging schools against all odds.
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.
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.
Schools stop questioning pupils to prevent anxiety
Controversial new teaching guidance suggests avoiding direct questioning of students to reduce classroom anxiety, raising concerns about academic standards and teacher authority.
Reeves: Labour will grow economy, not cut welfare
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to boost Britain's economy through growth rather than welfare cuts, while securing union support for Labour's fiscal plans.
US unions stage "No Kings" protests against Trump
Labour unions across the United States stage coordinated protests against Donald Trump's administration, invoking revolutionary-era rhetoric in defence of workers' rights and democratic norms.
Teacher banned after inappropriate relationship with pupil
A female science teacher has been permanently prohibited from teaching after admitting to an improper relationship with a teenage student at her school, sparking serious safeguarding concerns.
Violent Behaviour Crisis in Scottish Primary Schools
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.
Teacher banned for 1,000+ inappropriate student messages
A 49-year-old maths teacher has been permanently prohibited from the classroom after sending over 1,000 inappropriate messages to a sixth-form student, including late-night communications and discussing personal relationships.
Mandatory oracy training for all new teachers announced
Bridget Phillipson announces revolutionary teacher training reforms focusing on communication skills, aiming to transform classroom standards across England.
Wigan teacher dismissal sparks safeguarding debate
A former Wigan teacher's controversial dismissal over safeguarding procedures raises important questions about staff welfare and school management practices across the UK education system.
UK nurses demand justice for war crimes against healthcare workers
Leading nursing unions urge UK government to support ICC prosecutions for attacks on medical personnel in conflict zones, calling it a 'moral imperative'.
California's bold bid to unionise workers nationwide
California launches unprecedented campaign to unionise workers across multiple states, sparking fierce debate about workers' rights versus business interests in America's evolving labour landscape.
RHOP's Wendy Osefo fired from university after fraud arrest
Real Housewives of Potomac academic Wendy Osefo has been dismissed from her teaching position at Johns Hopkins University after fraud charges emerged, marking a dramatic fall from grace for the reality TV professor.
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.
Doncaster primary school headteacher dies suddenly
A Doncaster primary school community is in mourning after the sudden death of their headteacher, described as 'the heart of our school' in an emotional letter to parents.
Substitute teacher suspended after video call blunder
A substitute teacher in the US faces suspension after accidentally video-calling a pupil's mother during a virtual class, with students capturing the embarrassing exchange on camera.
Farage: Teachers 'Poisoning Kids', Strike Warning
New Prime Minister Nigel Farage launches explosive attack on teaching profession, claiming educators are indoctrinating children and warning of imminent industrial action in schools across Britain.
Teacher banned after ruler skirt measurement incident
A Yorkshire teacher has been prohibited from the classroom after using a ruler to measure a student's skirt length in a controversial safeguarding approach at Oasis Academy Lister Park.
Reeves: No Money for Public Sector Pay Rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares no money for public sector pay rises in upcoming budget, setting stage for potential confrontation with unions as she blames previous Tory government for empty coffers.
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