Teacher finds live snake in pupil's lunchbox
A UK primary school teacher was left stunned after discovering a live corn snake inside a child's lunchbox. The reptile, now named 'Slithers', has been safely rehomed.
Category : Schools
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.
Deadly Snake Found in Australian School Classroom
Primary school students in Australia made a shocking and unexpected discovery when a highly venomous eastern brown snake, one of the world's deadliest reptiles, was found hiding in their classroom, leading to an urgent lockdown and a dramatic wildlife res
Teachers forced to use food banks to survive
Exclusive NEU survey reveals shocking number of education staff relying on food banks and second jobs to survive, as school funding crisis deepens.
Boy, 10, banned from class over haircut in Westminster school
A Westminster primary school faces backlash after a 10-year-old boy was allegedly banned from class and forced to sit alone for two days due to his fresh haircut, leaving him in tears.
UK's back-to-school crisis: Teacher shortages and soaring costs
Exclusive analysis reveals the deepening crisis in England's schools as families grapple with severe teacher vacancies, budget cuts, and mounting hidden education costs this September.
Ukraine's Underground Bunker Schools Shield Children from War
Exclusive report from the frontlines: How Ukrainian communities are building subterranean schools to protect children and continue education amidst relentless Russian bombardment.
Boy, 9, survives shrapnel to neck in school shooting
A nine-year-old boy miraculously survived after being struck in the neck by shrapnel during a shooting at his Minneapolis primary school maths class. The community is reeling as details emerge of the terrifying incident.
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.
School uniform costs soar, squeezing UK family budgets
UK parents face a financial crunch as new research reveals a sharp rise in the cost of school uniforms, with branded items and compulsory kits adding significant pressure to household budgets.
GCSE Music faces extinction as costs soar to £400 per pupil
Exclusive: Soaring costs of music GCSEs are creating an 'apartheid' in arts education, with state school pupils priced out. The Child Poverty Action Group reveals the stark inequalities forcing schools to cut creative subjects.
Inside America's 'Quietest School' Where Wi-Fi is Banned
Discover the extraordinary story of a West Virginian school in a radio-free quiet zone, where students learn without Wi-Fi or mobile phones to safeguard a neighbouring NASA observatory.
Starmer's Bold Education Overhaul Pledge
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces a groundbreaking 'mission' to overhaul England's education system, targeting Tory failures and pledging to break down class barriers with a new government directive.
Quarter of UK pupils too hungry to learn, study finds
Shocking new research exposes the deepening child poverty crisis in UK schools, with teachers reporting a quarter of students arriving too hungry to concentrate, prompting urgent calls for government action.
Financial barriers block poorer students from key GCSEs
Shocking research exposes how financial pressures prevent disadvantaged pupils from choosing essential GCSEs like triple science and modern languages, widening the education gap.
Educating Yorkshire Returns: Channel 4's Hopeful School Series Back
Channel 4's beloved documentary series 'Educating Yorkshire' makes a joyful return, capturing the authentic spirit of a comprehensive school and offering a powerful antidote to modern pessimism in this uplifting review.
Educating Yorkshire's 'Mushy' Still Inspires a Decade Later
A decade after his emotional breakthrough on Educating Yorkshire, Musharaf Asghar's journey continues to inspire viewers rediscovering his story on Channel 4. The moment he found his voice remains one of British TV's most powerful scenes.
Brian Oosthuysen: Visionary Drama Teacher Dies at 87
A tribute to the life and legacy of Brian Oosthuysen, the revolutionary drama teacher and author whose methods reshaped creative education in the UK and beyond.
Pope Leo's Minnesota Visit Overshadowed by School Shooting
Pope Leo's historic visit to Minnesota was tragically interrupted by a devastating school shooting in Rochester. The Pontiff's immediate response and call for peace resonate amidst a national crisis.
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.
Phillipson Orders Urgent Data Review of DfE
In her first move as Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson demands immediate assessment of critical issues from school buildings to teacher recruitment, signalling major shake-up.
Delta sued after pilot dumps jet fuel on LA school
Delta Air Lines is embroiled in a major lawsuit after one of its pilots allegedly jettisoned jet fuel directly over a Los Angeles school playground, causing a health crisis and injuring dozens of children and staff. The shocking incident has raised seriou
Government's urgent plea to parents over school behaviour crisis
Ministers issue a stark warning to parents as disruptive classroom behaviour reaches crisis levels. New guidance urges families to reinforce respect for teachers and support learning environments.
Schools and parents urged to end children's phone addiction
A major new report calls for a united front between schools and parents to break children's addiction to mobile phones, linking screen time to a growing mental health crisis among the young.
White working-class pupils 'failed' by system, says Keegan
Gillian Keegan delivers a stark warning as new data shows white working-class children have the lowest attainment rates in England, branding the situation a 'real injustice' that must be urgently addressed.
School WhatsApp Group Etiquette: A Parent's Survival Guide
Navigate the minefield of the school WhatsApp chat with our essential guide. From banning teacher moans to avoiding nude pics, learn the unwritten rules for digital harmony.
School lunch prices set for sharp rise across England
Catering firms warn of significant increases to school meal prices across England, blaming soaring food and operational costs, placing further strain on family budgets.
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.
Heroic Staff Thwarts Minneapolis School Shooter
A potential tragedy was averted at Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis when a quick-thinking staff member disarmed a 15-year-old student who opened fire inside the building. The incident, which left the suspect injured, has reignited urgent debates on US
Minneapolis School Shooting: Unanswered Questions Linger
Exclusive investigation into the devastating Minneapolis school shooting reveals critical unanswered questions about the killer's motive, how he obtained the firearm, and the potential opportunities to prevent the tragedy that were missed by authorities.
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