China offers students a free 9-day snow holiday
Over 70,000 students in China's Xinjiang region get a nine-day snow holiday with free skiing and transport. Discover how this fuels a £160bn winter sports economy.
Category : Schools
Teacher dies after sacking over homophobic joke
Physics teacher John Wright, 54, died by suicide after being dismissed from Marlborough College for a joke made on a school trip to Malaysia. The case raises serious questions about disciplinary procedures in education.
Brighton schools lockdown after machete scare
Two schools in Melbourne's affluent Brighton were placed into lockdown after reports of armed youths. Police arrested one teen, but no machetes were found. Stay informed on local safety.
Teacher sacked over school trip joke dies tragically
John Wright, 54, was dismissed from prestigious Marlborough College for alleged inappropriate comments made during a school exchange trip. The physics teacher later took his own life, leaving his family devastated and raising serious questions about safeg
Jess Phillips: Teachers Should 'Whinge More' on Overload
Home Office Minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to speak up about excessive demands, warning that violence against girls threatens their academic success. Read the full story.
Holocaust survivor Vera Schaufeld dies aged 95
Tributes pour in for Vera Schaufeld MBE, a Holocaust survivor recognised for her strength and dedication to remembrance education. Discover her inspiring story.
Holocaust survivor Vera Schaufeld dies aged 95
Holocaust survivor Vera Schaufeld, an MBE honoured for her remembrance work, has died at 95. Discover her incredible story of survival and legacy. Read her tribute.
Chemical spill at Biddulph High School: 5 in hospital
Five people were rushed to hospital following a chemical spill at Biddulph High School in Staffordshire. Emergency services swarmed the scene. Read for live updates.
Schoolchildren poisoned by copper sulphate in class
Three children at Lord Williams’s School in Oxfordshire were hospitalised after a pupil allegedly added copper sulphate to water bottles. All have now been discharged. Read the full report.
Asbestos in Play Sand Forces Australian School Closures
Dozens of Australian schools close after asbestos is discovered in children's play sand. Border Force now deems such products 'high risk'. Learn the full story and safety implications.
Teacher charged after students consume THC gummies
An Indiana teacher faces criminal charges after allegedly leaving high-potency cannabis edibles in her classroom where students mistook them for sweets. Read the full investigation details.
Children struck in Belfast school hit-and-run
Two children were injured after being struck by a black SUV in a hit-and-run outside St Bernard's Primary School in North Belfast. Police are appealing for information.
School bans K-Pop Demon Hunters songs over Christian ethos
A Dorset infant school requests pupils stop singing songs from Netflix's K-Pop Demon Hunters, citing potential discomfort for Christian families. Discover the ongoing debate.
Three pupils hospitalised after chemistry incident
Three Oxfordshire students required hospital treatment after allegedly consuming copper sulphate in water bottles during science lesson. All have since returned home safely.
School leaders urge Labour to reject total phone ban
Private school leaders call for nuance over a blanket mobile phone ban in schools, arguing for community-specific policies and digital education. Read their full stance.
School bans K-Pop songs over Christian ethos clash
A Dorset primary school has prohibited pupils from singing songs from the Netflix hit 'K-Pop Demon Hunters', citing a conflict with its Christian values. Discover the full story behind the controversial decision.
Schools Close as Asbestos Found in Children's Play Sand
Dozens of schools across Australia and New Zealand have closed after asbestos was discovered in children's coloured play sand. Find out which products are affected and the safety measures being taken.
Sharp Decline in Immigrant Student Enrolment
Schools across the US are witnessing a dramatic drop in immigrant student enrolment, driven by border policies and family deportations, leading to significant budget shortfalls.
Asbestos in Kids' Sand Triggers School Closures
Multiple UK schools shut after asbestos found in decorative sand. Learn about the recall, health risks, and how to dispose of contaminated products safely.
London School Phone Ban Triggers Police Involvement
A London state school's smartphone ban prompted a parent to contact police and Ofsted, while seeing safeguarding incidents drop by 90%. Join the debate on nationwide restrictions.
Asbestos in Children's Sand Prompts 71 School Closures
A major safety alert as asbestos is found in children's sand, forcing 71 public schools to close. Meanwhile, a NSW police operation results in 752 domestic violence arrests. Stay informed.
Girl dies after teacher's sit-up punishment in India
A 12-year-old girl in India has died after a teacher allegedly forced her to perform 100 sit-ups as punishment for being late, reigniting the debate on corporal punishment in schools.
Dad banned from school after confronting bully
A Queensland father has been barred from his daughter's primary school for a year after confronting a student bully and teachers. The tribunal condemned his 'atrocious' behaviour.
Father faces fines after bullied son leaves school
A Bootle father faces fines after removing his son from school following severe bullying and racial harassment. The 13-year-old's doctor warned the school environment risked his mental health.
Displaced Alaska Native children find solace in language
After severe flooding displaced them, Alaska Native children find comfort and cultural connection in a unique Yup'ik language immersion programme in Anchorage. See how this initiative preserves heritage.
Native Language Programme Helps Alaska Flood Victims
An indigenous language immersion programme in Alaska provides crucial cultural continuity for children displaced by devastating flooding. Discover how this educational initiative supports recovery.
Police at Durham School Over Non-Uniform Day Fears
A County Durham school cancelled its Children in Need non-uniform day and called police due to concerns about two boys. Discover the full story and the school's response.
Greg McCarthy, History Educator, Dies Aged 47
Tributes pour in for Greg McCarthy, the inspirational educator who brought history to life for thousands of Midlands schoolchildren through his immersive workshops. Discover his incredible legacy.
East Riding School in Lockdown After False Alarm
Howden School in East Yorkshire entered lockdown with students barricading classrooms. Authorities confirmed a false alarm. Read the latest updates on this breaking story.
ADL's Antisemitism Project Sparks Academic Freedom Row
The ADL faces criticism for its Antisemitism Nexus Project targeting academic critics of Israel. Learn how this impacts free speech and academic discourse in the UK.
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