Over 600 Schools Shut as UK Heatwave Brings 38C
More than 600 schools across the UK are closed on Friday as the Met Office extends a heat alert, with temperatures forecast to reach 38C in some areas.
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UK School Closures June 26: 1,200 Shut as Heatwave Continues
Over 1,200 UK schools closed or partially closed on Friday June 26 as a heatwave brought temperatures up to 38C. The Met Office extended heat warnings, with wildfires and record June temperatures reported.
Cambridge Head Teacher Jailed for Grooming Teen on Grindr
Former head teacher Glyn Knowles jailed for a year for attempting to groom a 15-year-old boy on Grindr, caught by undercover journalist.
Kate and William Surprise Key Workers' Children with Video Call
Prince William and Kate Middleton surprise key workers' children with a video call to Casterton Primary Academy in Lancashire.
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Scotland Fans Face Cruel Wait After Brazil Defeat at World Cup
Scotland's World Cup hopes hang by a thread after Brazil beat them 2-0. Fans face a tense wait in Miami to see if they qualify for the knockout stages.
Billionaire Labour Donor Calls for End to Private School Tax Breaks
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UK Schools Close Amid Extreme Heatwave: Full List
Thousands of UK pupils face school closures or early dismissals as a heat dome brings record June temperatures, with over 100 schools closed in Somerset alone.
Five North London Schools Get £1.5m for Roof Repairs
Five schools in North London will receive £1.5 million for urgent roof repairs and other improvements, ensuring classrooms are safer and warmer.
Teacher Helen Airey Retires After 34 Years at St Joseph's
Helen Airey, 57, retires from St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Wallasey after 34 years, having taught generations of children and served as SENDCo.
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Private School Pupils Targeted by County Lines Drug Gangs, Report Warns
New report warns drug gangs are grooming private school pupils for county lines drug running, as they are less likely to be identified by police.
Parents Told to Send Children to School if Open in Heatwave
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson urges parents to send children to school if open during the heatwave, as over 1,000 schools close amid record-breaking 36C temperatures.
Schools Urged to Teach Water Safety to Prevent Heatwave Tragedies
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson urges schools to teach water safety before summer holidays, backing Mirror's Save Lives for Sam campaign after 19 died in heatwave week.
Wales School Closures July 25: Full List of Shut Schools
More than 500 schools across Wales will be closed on Thursday, July 25, due to extreme heat warnings. Local councils announce closures for safety.
West Lothian Parents Vote on Winchburgh Academy Move
Parents in villages east of Linlithgow will be asked in August if they want to send their children to Winchburgh Academy, following proposals backed by West Lothian’s Education Executive.
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West Lothian Pupils to Get Seven-Week Summer Holiday
West Lothian Council has approved a seven-week summer holiday for pupils in 2027/28, adding an extra week to correct the earlier start of the school year.
Welsh Gov Under Fire Over £340m ALN Funding Delay
Wales' finance minister defends not spending £340m on additional learning needs immediately, sparking cross-party criticism. The money, from UK Government debt write-off, won't be allocated until 2028-29.
Poll: Should UK Schools Close in Heatwave? Have Your Say
Hundreds of UK schools close amid rare red extreme heat warning with temperatures up to 40C. Have your say in our poll on whether schools should shut during heatwaves.
My School Is Scrapping GCSEs – I Think Others Should Follow
A student argues that her school's decision to replace GCSEs with a bespoke curriculum, including AI courses and bridging programs, reduces exam stress and better prepares students for the future.
Educating Yorkshire Returns for Season 2 on Channel 4
Channel 4's Educating Yorkshire returns for season 2 on 31st August, with Mr Burton as headteacher at Thornhill Community Academy.
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Over 100 Schools Closed in Wales Amid Red Warning
Over 100 schools across Wales are closed on Wednesday as a Met Office red warning for extreme heat takes effect, with temperatures forecast to reach 39°C.
Indonesia School Collapse: Three Dead and Over 90 Missing as Rescue Effort Continues
Three dead and 91 missing after building collapse at Indonesian Islamic boarding school in East Java.
Headteacher Criticises Labour Proposals to Limit School Uniform Logos
Headteacher Katharine Birbalsingh argues branded uniforms protect pupils from exploitation, opposing Labour's logo limits.
Brianna Ghey's Mother's School Mindfulness Campaign Gains Support
Brianna Ghey's mother raises £100k to bring mindfulness lessons to all Warrington schools in her daughter's memory.
Education Expert Reveals How Students Can Save £50,000 by Rethinking University
Education expert Lukas Kaminskis advises students to consider alternatives to university to avoid £50,000 debt, as employers value practical skills.
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Teachers Fury Over Nando’s Style School Food Ratings
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Single-Word Ofsted Reports to Be Scrapped After Ruth Perry Campaign
Government scraps single-word Ofsted grades after campaign by family of headteacher Ruth Perry, who died by suicide following a downgrade.
Monaco's Royal Twins Start at Prestigious New School
Monaco's Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella, 10, start school at FANB, with Gabriella's jewellery breaking uniform rules.
Southport Pupils Reveal Trauma After Classmates Stabbing
Teenage girl stabbed twice in Southport attack relives day 'like horror film on repeat', telling inquiry of killer's 'possessed' eyes.
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