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.
Category : Schools
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Court of Appeal Upholds VAT on Private School Fees
Court of Appeal rejects challenge to VAT on private school fees, says home schooling is an option for objecting parents.
Tragic Death of Eight-Year-Old Girl at Welsh Primary School
Eight-year-old Olivia-Grace Huxter dies after a 'freak accident' at Penrhys Primary School in Wales; family pays tribute.
London Schools Alert Over Gang Style Social Media Violence Trend
Experts warn youth workers need training on social media and violence as gangs use online platforms to taunt rivals, escalating school disputes.
Off-Duty Firefighter Hailed Hero After Somerset School Coach Crash
Off-duty firefighter saves children after school coach crash in Somerset; one child dies, 21 injured.
Labour MPs Push for Student Loan Reform Amid Growing Debt Crisis
Labour MPs demand urgent student loan reform as ministers review repayment thresholds amid growing debt and backlash.
AI School Counselors Track Student Mental Health Amid Concerns
US schools use AI to monitor student mental health, with tools like Alongside flagging risks. Concerns arise over screen time and emotional attachment to bots.
Graduate with £84k student loan stuck in shop job after 60 applications
Graduate with £84k student loan works part-time in shop after 60 job applications, faces spiralling debt and tough job market.
Child Dies in Somerset School Coach Crash
A child died when a school coach overturned on the A396 in Somerset, with 21 taken to hospital and a major incident declared.
Teacher Banned for Faking Cambridge Degree and Age
Teacher Nicholas Martin banned after lying about Cambridge degree, age, and magistrate status on job applications.
Police Granted Powers as 'School War' Chaos Threatens UK
Police across the UK take action as pupils use social media to organise 'school wars', prompting dispersal orders and increased patrols.
Youth Clubs Return: £500m Revival for Safe Spaces in UK
UK government pledges £500m to revive youth clubs after austerity closures, with new Young Futures hubs and a flagship centre in Preston.
Ex-Headteacher Banned For Life Over Child Abuse Images
Former Essex head teacher Daniel Chapman banned from teaching for life after being jailed for possessing indecent images of children.
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