RMIT Student Faces Misconduct Action Over Gaza Protest Video
RMIT student Gemma Seymour faces misconduct hearing over video accusing university of complicity in Gaza genocide due to defence centre ties to weapons firms.
Category : Schools
GCSE Results Reveal Widening North-South Education Divide in England
GCSE and A-level results show widening north-south divide in England, with London outperforming the north. Persistent absence and poverty are key factors.
Manchester School Gives Away TVs and Bikes to Improve Attendance
Co-op Academy Belle Vue in Manchester rewards pupils with TVs, bikes, and vouchers to boost attendance, reducing persistent absence from 20% to 10.5%.
Schools Must Publish Menus Online for Parents
Ministers announce new School Food Standards requiring schools to publish menus online, appoint a food governor, and integrate cooking into core curriculum to promote healthy eating.
Vintage Boomer Baby Names Predicted For 2026 Comeback
Vintage baby names from the 1950s are predicted to make a comeback in 2026, according to Nameberry's '100 Year Rule' and celebrity influence.
Texas Student Shoots Teacher Before Turning Gun on Himself
A 15-year-old student shot a teacher at a Texas high school before killing himself; no other injuries reported.
Penelope Putz: A Legacy of Protest at The Mount School
Penelope Putz, a former pupil of The Mount School in York, was part of a legacy of protest, including anti-Iraq war demonstrations and wartime food protests.
Child prodigy status may hinder chances of becoming world-class performer, study finds
Study finds child prodigies often peak early, while world-class performers develop gradually with varied interests, challenging traditional views on giftedness.
Schoolgirl Dies After 100 Sit-Ups Punishment in India
A 12-year-old Indian schoolgirl dies after being forced to do 100 sit-ups as punishment for being late, sparking outrage and an inquiry.
Cambridge Revives Darwin's Botany Course with Henslow Archive
Cambridge revives a botany course that inspired Charles Darwin, using rare archive materials from his mentor John Stevens Henslow.
Independent School Myths Debunked: Teacher Reveals Reality
Teacher Dan Woodrow debunks myths about independent schools, revealing smaller classes and higher salaries are not always true.
Teacher Numbers Fall Again Despite Labour Recruitment Pledge
Teacher numbers in England fall for second year despite Labour's pledge to recruit 6,500 additional teachers; critics say promise undermined.
Term Time Holiday Fines Could Cost Families 320
Hundreds of parents in Hull and East Riding fined for term-time holidays after Supreme Court ruling; fines may double to £120.
Detroit School's Legal Battle to Halt Chick-fil-A Construction Fails
Detroit Montessori school loses legal battle to stop Chick-fil-A construction near its playground, citing safety and zoning concerns.
Mick Jagger Surprises Dartford Grammar Students
Mick Jagger surprises Dartford Grammar students with a visit, 50 years after his iconic meeting with Keith Richards at Dartford Station.
Ice Cream Turf War Escalates in Blackburn
Rival ice cream sellers Mr Whippy and Mr Creamy clash in Blackburn, leading to police investigation over harassment and parking violations.
Gove Urges Schools to Stay Open Amid Snow Closures
Michael Gove urges schools to stay open as snow closes over 5,000 UK schools; exams proceed despite conditions.
Sam Pang Reveals Awkward Encounter with Australian Screen Legend Jack Thompson
Sam Pang reveals awkward encounter with Australian screen legend Jack Thompson at the AACTA Awards, and shares details about his new talk show.
G Flip and Chrishell Stause Discuss Baby Plans
G Flip and Chrishell Stause talk about having children, as the singer shares family updates and wedding plans.
Monkseaton High School Closure Looms with £6.7m Deficit
Monkseaton High School in North Tyneside is set to close with a deficit of nearly £6.7m, as council and government discussions continue over the school's financial future.
Headteacher Reacts to Merseyside School's Ofsted Report
The headteacher of Kingsway Primary School in Wallasey responds to an Ofsted report that found five areas 'need attention' and stated 'pupils do not learn as well as they should.'
Welsh Language Schools Hire English Speaking Teachers
Plaid Cymru calls for delay in new GCSE and A Level subjects until Welsh textbooks are available, citing unfair pressure on teachers.
Girl, 11, Calls 999 After Being Locked in School, Rescued Through Window
A Year 6 girl was locked in her Manchester primary school after falling asleep, called 999, and was rescued by firefighters through a window.
Storm Amy to Bring 70mph Winds and Travel Chaos Across UK
Storm Amy to hit UK with 70mph winds, amber warnings for Scotland, potential travel chaos and power outages.
Keanu Reeves Asks for Leniency for Director Friend Who Scammed Netflix
Keanu Reeves asks judge for leniency for director Carl Rinsch, convicted of scamming Netflix out of $11m.
Ayrshire College Excellence Awards Honour 150+ Students
Ayrshire College's annual Excellence Awards recognised over 150 students for developing skills, ambition, and resilience valued by local employers across full-time and short-term courses.
Tooting Landmark Housing Block Supports 186 Homeless Families
Wandsworth Council's six-year deal with London Hotel Group for Constitutional House in Tooting aims to keep families local, save £6m, and set a new gold standard for temporary accommodation.
Two North East Schools Shut After Norovirus Outbreak
Two primary schools in Jarrow and Stockton shut for second day due to suspected norovirus outbreak affecting hundreds of pupils and staff.
Cardiff Welsh-Medium School Site Identified
A disused city centre site at Callaghan Square is proposed for Cardiff's fourth Welsh-medium secondary school, with political discussions ongoing.
Laurence Fox Claims School Vaccinated Son Without Consent
Laurence Fox says he may remove his children from school over fears they could be vaccinated against Covid-19 without his consent.
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