Four Scottish universities face strike threat over job cuts
Lecturers at Aberdeen, Stirling, Heriot-Watt and Strathclyde universities are voting on industrial action over proposed budget cuts and compulsory redundancies. Ballots open this week.
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Scottish Home-Schooling Surges 58% as Classroom Violence Rises
New figures reveal a 58% spike in home-schooling in Scotland, with parents citing violence and falling standards. Over 70,000 pupils have missed half their lessons. Discover the data behind the education exodus.
Scottish Home Schooling Soars as Classroom Violence Rises
Over 2,000 pupils now home educated in Scotland as parents cite violence and falling standards. Exclusive data reveals a 58% rise in five years and a truancy crisis.
Why 'six-seven' and silly trends matter in UK classrooms
Educators argue that embracing harmless pupil crazes like 'six-seven' builds trust and aids social development. Discover why playfulness is key to learning.
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Teachers defend 'six-seven' craze as vital for pupil development
Educators argue that playful trends like the 'six-seven' phrase are crucial for social bonding and learning, not a decline in logic. Discover why harmless humour is essential in the classroom.
105 Private Schools Close After VAT on Fees Introduced
More than 100 independent schools have closed since VAT was added to fees, with leaders warning of more to come. Discover the impact on education.
Auschwitz survivor Eva Schloss dies aged 96
Eva Schloss, Holocaust survivor and Anne Frank's stepsister, has died in London aged 96. King Charles leads tributes to the 'courageous' campaigner against hatred. Read her remarkable story.
Auschwitz Survivor Eva Schloss Dies Aged 96
Holocaust educator and Anne Frank's stepsister Eva Schloss has died in London. King Charles leads tributes to the 'courageous' campaigner against hatred.
Anne Frank's stepsister Eva Schloss dies, aged 96
Auschwitz survivor and Anne Frank Trust co-founder Eva Schloss has died. King Charles leads tributes to the 96-year-old Holocaust educator. Read the full story.
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27,000 on 'Mickey Mouse' university courses
TaxPayers' Alliance research reveals over 27,000 enrolments on nearly 800 'rip-off' degrees, including 'climate justice' and yoga. Critics demand an end to state-subsidised hobby courses.
Prince George's 2026 School Move & Kate's Condition
As Prince George prepares to start senior school in 2026, royal experts reveal the one condition Kate and William insist upon for the future King's education. Discover the top school choices.
Prince George's School Change: New Chapter for Future King
Prince George is set for a significant educational shift as he prepares to leave Lambrook School. Discover the details of his next chapter and what it means for the future monarch.
Expert: Simple, repeated play best for baby brain development
A child development expert warns parents that overstimulation with flashy toys hinders learning. Discover why simplicity and repetition are key for infant brainpower.
£1.5m Taxpayer Grant for Australia Day Research
A £1.48m research grant will fund podcasts and school resources on changing Australia Day's date and the failed Voice. Critics call it a 'deeply political' use of public funds.
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105 UK private schools close after Labour's VAT policy
Labour's VAT on private school fees has led to 105 closures, impacting 25,000 children. Sector leader warns of more to come as financial pressures mount. Read the full analysis.
105 Private Schools Close After Labour's VAT on Fees
Labour's VAT on private school fees has led to 105 closures, impacting 25,000 children. Sector leader warns of more shutdowns as financial pressures mount. Read the full analysis.
Kate's 'Pressure' Over Prince George's Future School
The Princess of Wales is reportedly feeling the weight of choosing the right school for Prince George, keen to avoid the loneliness her father-in-law experienced. Discover the top contenders and her parenting philosophy.
Swiss Bar Fire Kills 40, Survivor Describes Terror on BBC
A devastating New Year's fire at a Swiss ski resort bar has claimed 40 lives. A teenage survivor shared his harrowing escape on BBC Breakfast as tributes pour in. Read the full update.
Iran Protests Spread to 32 Cities Amid Economic Collapse
Mass protests have erupted across Iran, fuelled by a collapsing currency and soaring living costs. At least 10 dead as demonstrators see a 'now or never' moment to challenge the regime. Read the full story.
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Gaza Winter Crisis: Israel Bans 37 Aid Groups
As Gaza faces a brutal winter, Israel's deregistration of major NGOs like Oxfam and MSF worsens a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. The UK and allies demand urgent action.
Obituary: Joanna Ross, pioneering SEND teacher, dies aged 70
Tributes are paid to Joanna Ross, a Pearson Teaching Award winner whose dedication to special needs education and inclusive school design left a lasting legacy in London. Read her inspiring story.
Tributes paid to dedicated SEND teacher Joanna Ross
The education community mourns Joanna Ross, a Pearson award-winning teacher renowned for her pioneering work in special needs education at a north London school. Discover her inspiring legacy.
Swiss Bar Fire: Parents Search for Missing Children
Desperate parents search for children missing after a deadly New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort bar. At least 40 dead, including teenagers.
UK Teen Missing After Swiss Ski Resort Fire
A 15-year-old former pupil of a British school is missing after a devastating fire at a Swiss ski resort. Former teachers are praying for his safe return. Read the latest updates.
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Brit-educated teen missing in Swiss New Year's Eve fire
Charlotte Niddam, 15, and her father are missing after a deadly blaze at a Swiss bar on New Year's Eve. The fire has claimed at least 40 lives. Follow for live updates.
Brit-educated teen missing after deadly Swiss bar fire
Charlotte Niddam, 15, and her father are missing after a New Year's Eve inferno at a Swiss bar killed at least 40. Follow for live updates.
Carol Vorderman's rare family snap and 2025 joy
Carol Vorderman posts a rare Instagram photo with her children, expressing immense pride in their 2025 successes and her honorary doctorate. Discover her family's latest achievements.
Angelina Jolie visits Rafah crossing on humanitarian mission
Hollywood star and former UNHCR envoy Angelina Jolie travelled to the Egypt-Gaza border to visit injured Palestinians and aid workers. Read about her decades of humanitarian work.
Angelina Jolie visits Rafah crossing to meet injured Palestinians
Hollywood star and former UNHCR envoy Angelina Jolie travelled to the Egypt-Gaza border to visit injured Palestinians and aid workers. Read about her decades of humanitarian work.
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Gaza tent fire kills grandmother and grandson as crisis deepens
A grandmother and her five-year-old grandson burn to death in a Gaza tent fire as winter conditions worsen the humanitarian crisis. Read the full report on the dire situation.
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