Stoke primary school lockdown after reports of man with firearm
Co-op Academy Clarice Cliff in Fenton, Stoke-on-Trent, was locked down after reports of a man with a firearm; police arrested a 26-year-old man.
Category : Schools
Austria offers safe haven for US academics fleeing Trump crackdown
Austria launches initiatives to attract US-based researchers as Trump administration's policies spark brain drain, with scientists citing 'writing on the wall'.
School Uniform Costs: Parents Skip Meals and Use Credit Amid Soaring Bills
School uniform costs in England force some parents into debt. New caps planned, but evidence of benefits is limited.
Antisemitism ‘normalised’ on UK campuses, survey finds
UJS poll finds 23% of students saw antisemitic behaviour, with many witnessing justification of Hamas attacks and social ostracisation of Jewish students.
Historic UK school closes after financial challenges
Stoke College, an independent school founded in 1415, has closed permanently after financial challenges, with a liquidator appointed on July 22, 2026.
Historic Stoke College closes over financial challenges
Stoke College in Suffolk, a school since 1954, closed after the summer term 2026 due to financial pressures, including the introduction of VAT on fees.
Andy Burnham's Education Overhaul Plan
Andy Burnham's proposal to overhaul education and training is examined, focusing on aligning curricula with employment needs and devolving skills funding to local areas.
£20bn School Rebuilding Programme to Create Thousands of Apprenticeships
Government's £20bn school rebuilding plan to create 13,000 apprenticeships and T-level placements, rebuilding 750 schools by 2035.
Schools Close in Australia After Asbestos Found in Children's Play Sand
Over 70 schools in Australia's ACT closed after asbestos found in children's play sand; recalls issued at major retailers but risk deemed low.
Teacher avoids ban over 'stupid' Snapchat messages
A London teacher who sent inappropriate Snapchat messages to former pupils has avoided a teaching ban after a misconduct panel found no safeguarding risk.
Aldi offers cheapest school uniform polo shirts at 88p each
Aldi sold two-packs of polo shirts for £1.75 (88p each), the cheapest among UK supermarkets, but the sale has ended. Sainsbury's and Tesco offer £1.50 each.
Indonesia School Collapse: Three Dead and Dozens Missing in East Java
Three dead and 91 missing after building at Indonesian Islamic boarding school collapses during prayers in East Java.
'Depressed' Parrot Begins Swearing After Owner's Death
A 'depressed' African grey parrot that stopped talking after its owner died has started swearing and making farting noises in its new home, the RSPCA says.
Former Head Teacher Banned from Teaching for Life Over Child Abuse Images
Former head teacher Alexander Martin, jailed for indecent child images, is banned from teaching for life by a professional conduct panel.
Six pupils taken to hospital after school bus overturns in Aberdeenshire
Six pupils injured when school bus overturned near Laurencekirk. Police say weather a factor. Council to review route safety.
Primary School Maths Problems Leave Adults Stumped
Three primary school maths problems are stumping adults, involving order of operations, triangle counting, and fruit equations.
Somerset Teacher Banned for Life After Child Sex Offences
Somerset teacher Scott Evans banned for life after conviction for making indecent photos and sexual communication with children.
Labour Cuts Primary School Sports Funding by 40%
Labour cuts primary school sports funding by 40%, replacing £320m Olympic legacy grant with £193m scheme; headteachers sceptical.
Wisconsin teacher arrested for cocaine use at school
Wisconsin teacher Laurie Laubenstein, 58, arrested for cocaine possession and use at Lincoln Elementary School; court date set for March 17.
Schools Cut Hedges and Install Detectors in Vaping Battle
Schools in England cut hedges, install vape detectors, and deploy patrols to curb student vaping addiction amid budget strain.
Transgender Guidance Puts Schools at Legal Risk, Ministers Warned
Ministers warned that new transgender guidance for schools in England could face legal challenges, putting schools at risk of court action.
Hungry Children Eating Rubbers and Faking Lunchboxes, Headteachers Warn
Headteachers report children so hungry they eat rubbers or hide at lunchtime; food aid groups struggling with demand.
Georgia Father Convicted in School Shooting Case as US Prosecutors Target Parental Liability
Colin Gray convicted of murder after his son's school shooting, following Crumbley case precedent. Experts debate parental liability's role in curbing mass shootings.
Kent Student Slams University Over Meningitis Outbreak
University of Kent students criticise response to meningitis outbreak that killed two, as hundreds queue for antibiotics and exams moved online amid panic.
School Apologises After Girl Barred from Culture Day for Wearing Union Jack Dress
Bilton School in Rugby apologises after girl, 12, barred from culture day speech for wearing union flag dress, prompting review of policies.
Over 100,000 Urge MPs to Back Under-16 Social Media Ban in UK
Over 100,000 people contact MPs urging an Australia-style social media ban for under-16s, as PM Starmer hints at considering the move.
Thirteen College Students Drown During Picnic in India
13 Indian college students drown during a school picnic at Murud beach, ignoring warnings about strong currents.
School denies viral rumour about providing litter trays for pupils
West Monmouth School denies online rumours it provides litter trays for pupils who identify as cats, after hoax from US spreads to UK.
One Dead, Two Injured in Finland School Shooting by 12-Year-Old
A 12-year-old pupil opened fire at a school in Vantaa, Finland, killing one and injuring two. The suspect was apprehended.
10-Year-Old Boy Killed in Minehead School Coach Crash
Police confirm 10-year-old boy died in school coach crash in Somerset. Coach overturned on return from zoo trip, 21 hospitalised.
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