Category : Behaviour


West Lothian Teacher Honoured for Anti-Racism Work

Arnault Kasa, a French and Spanish teacher at Bathgate Academy, received a Highly Commended award at the Herald Saroj Lal Awards 2026 for his anti-racism and equality work in schools and the community.

Chef Reveals Common Potato Boiling Mistake

Chef Xanthe Ross says under-seasoning the water is the biggest mistake home cooks make when boiling potatoes, recommending generous salting from the start for better flavour.

Parent challenges uniform policy amid heatwave

Leanne Watson, mother of a 12-year-old at North Gosforth Academy, has launched a petition urging the school to revise its uniform policy during the ongoing heatwave, citing impacts on wellbeing and learning.

Coffee Hack Repels Flies in 15 Minutes

A simple kitchen hack using coffee grounds can drive flies out of your home in just 15 minutes, according to a home expert. The smell repels flies and leaves your house smelling great.

Parents Slam Nurseries for Early Closures Amid Heatwave

Greater Manchester parents criticize nurseries for closing early during the heatwave, causing childcare chaos and financial strain. Brighter Beginnings and The Heatons shut rooms or entire sites, citing safety concerns.

Pupils Isolated for PE Kits in Merseyside Heatwave

Parents at North Liverpool Academy claim their children were placed in isolation for wearing PE kits during a heatwave, as temperatures soared to 28C. The school says it implemented a reduced uniform policy and that a small group of students failed to com

Post-Divorce Family: Include New Partner?

A reader struggles with whether to include their father's affair partner in family events to preserve relationships. Advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith weighs fairness vs. closeness.

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