Literacy Crisis: Readers Propose Solutions
Readers respond to reports that disadvantaged white pupils leave primary school without reading fluency, urging intensive intervention in year 7 and a focus on relationships and inclusion.
Category : Schools
Parents of Summer-Born Children Face ‘Unfair’ Postcode Lottery in School Admissions
Parents of summer-born children face varying success in delaying school entry, with some councils rejecting over half of requests, sparking calls for consistency.
Brent School Horror: Blood on Windows After Double Stabbing
Two boys, 13 and 12, stabbed at Kingsbury High School in Brent; 13-year-old arrested on suspicion of attempted murder; counter-terrorism officers investigate.
Georgia Could Become First State to Require Weapons Detection in All Public Schools
Georgia may become first US state to require weapons detection in all public schools, following a 2024 school shooting. Bill nears passage amid debate on cost and efficacy.
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School Suspends 200 Pupils in Three Weeks Under New Behaviour Policy
Over 200 pupils suspended in three weeks at a Merseyside academy under new strict behaviour rules, sparking debate among parents.
Mother with rare cancer fights 'unfair' school admissions policy
Bristol mother with incurable cancer fights for school admissions reform after daughter denied place at school with bereavement support.
South London primary school to close nine years after opening
Oasis Academy Putney is closing due to falling pupil numbers, and Wandsworth Council warns more schools may need to reduce classes as birth rates decline until 2030.
Minneapolis Church Shooting: Victims Identified as Children Aged 8 and 10
Two children killed in Minneapolis church shooting identified as Fletcher Merkel, 8, and Harper Moyski, 10. Shooter Robin Westman died by suicide.
One Dead, Two Critical After Coach Rolls on Bruce Highway in Queensland
One dead and two critically injured after a coach rolled on the Bruce Highway in Queensland. Emergency services attended with 11 ambulances and helicopters.
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Culture Wars Divide England's Classrooms
Teachers in England face culture wars in classrooms, balancing inclusivity with accusations of 'wokery' and navigating political debates.
American Mum Stunned by British School System
American mum Molly shares shock at UK state religious schools, uniforms, and walking to school after moving to Birmingham.
London Russian School Teaches Drone Warfare to Pupils
Russian embassy school in London teaches drone warfare to pupils aged 15-16 as part of militaristic curriculum.
Seven tips to help prepare your child for primary school
Seven practical tips to help ease your child's transition to primary school, from practising the school run to managing toilet training and uniform prep.
UK Schools Face Major Changes from September
From September, UK schools must cap branded uniform items to three, ban mobile phones all day, stock allergy injectors, update RSHE curriculum, and implement new Ofsted inspection models.
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Girl, 11, Trapped in School for Hours After Falling Asleep, Calls 999
An 11-year-old girl was trapped in her primary school after falling asleep, called 999, and was freed by firefighters.
School Mourns 'Kind and Bright' Boy, 14, Who Died Suddenly After Collapsing While Playing Football
Corbin Jones, 14, died after collapsing while playing football at Larkhall Academy in South Lanarkshire. Police treat death as unexplained but not suspicious.
School Bans Shorts Under Skirts, Parents Outraged
A primary school has banned girls from wearing shorts under their skirts as part of summer uniform policy, sparking anger among parents who call the rule 'wild' and question its rationale.
Mum of 22 Sue Radford Mocks School Fines as She Jets Off on 10th Holiday
Sue Radford, mum of 22, mocks school fines as she takes 10th family holiday of the year to France, months after being fined for taking kids out of school.
Australia Doubles Graduate Visa Fees Sparking Student Outcry
Australia doubles temporary graduate visa fees to A$4,600, sparking student outrage over lack of warning and high costs.
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Educating Yorkshire's Mushy Still Inspires a Decade Later
Musharaf Asghar, star of Educating Yorkshire, returns to his old school as a motivational speaker, inspiring a new generation.
NAU Student Died of Alcohol Poisoning at Fraternity Party, Autopsy Reveals
Northern Arizona University student Colin Martinez died of alcohol poisoning after a fraternity party, autopsy shows. Three leaders face hazing charges.
Student Banned from Formal Over Keffiyeh Settles Case
Jad Salamah settles racial discrimination case after being banned from formal for wearing keffiyeh; NSW education department reaffirms cultural attire policy.
Hundreds of Schools Closed as Snow and Ice Grip UK Ahead of Storm Goretti
Hundreds of UK schools closed as snow and ice warnings continue; coldest night of year recorded; Storm Goretti expected Thursday.
Northumberland Councillor: Smartphones Like Drugs in Schools
Northumberland councillor Suzanne Fairless Aitken compares smartphones to drugs, urging restrictions in schools. A task group will explore best practices amid government plans for a mandatory ban.
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Alan Titchmarsh Shares Simple Potato Planting Tip for Bigger Crops
Alan Titchmarsh shares a simple potato planting tip: earth up shoots to protect from frost and boost yields. Plus, storage advice for longer freshness.
Georgia Teacher Killed in Toilet Paper Prank Gone Wrong
Georgia teacher Jason Hughes killed after student prank involving toilet paper; widow urges dropping charges.
US Supreme Court Blocks California Transgender Student Privacy Protections
US Supreme Court blocks California laws protecting transgender students' privacy, ruling in favor of parents who challenged on religious and due process grounds.
Families Demand Nursery Safeguarding Reforms After Paedophile Attack
Families of children attacked by paedophile Vincent Chan at Bright Horizons nursery demand urgent safeguarding reforms from Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson.
Kids Quiz: How Long Can Crocodiles Hold Their Breath?
Five multiple-choice questions set by children test knowledge on crocodile breath-holding and more, with a chance to submit own brainteasers.
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Court of Appeal Rejects Human Rights Challenge to VAT on Private School Fees
Court of Appeal dismisses human rights challenge against VAT on private school fees, upholding High Court ruling.
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