Shocking packed lunches revealed by UK teachers
UK teachers share the most shocking pupils' packed lunches, including energy drinks and leftover takeaways. Discover the healthy alternatives recommended by the NHS.
Category : Schools
Paedophile teacher banned for life after pupil pregnancy
Maths teacher Rebecca Joynes, 31, receives a lifetime teaching ban after being jailed for sexual offences against two pupils, one of whom she had a child with. Read the full report.
Islamic school given 28 days to prove principal fit
A NSW Islamic school has 28 days to prove its principal is 'fit and proper' following an investigation into inflammatory social media posts. Failure could lead to deregistration.
90s school shoe ritual sparks UK nostalgia debate
A dad's memory of changing into 'pumps' for school has sparked a wave of 80s and 90s nostalgia, revealing the UK's regional names for classic PE shoes. Join the conversation and share your memory!
State School Music Education in Steep Decline
Arts leaders warn of a crisis in state school music education, with provision steadily declining. They call for government action to ensure all children have access to the arts.
Elite performers rarely start as child geniuses, study finds
New research reveals most world-class achievers peak later in life, not as child prodigies. Discover why a broad early focus is key to long-term success. Read the full analysis.
Why child prodigies rarely become world-class performers
New research reveals early specialisation can limit long-term achievement. Discover why a broader, multi-disciplinary path is key to reaching peak performance.
Bus driver fired over 'no Spanish' sign speaks out
A Pennsylvania school bus driver, fired after posting a 'no speaking Spanish' sign, breaks her silence. Diane Crawford, 66, defends her actions but admits she should have worded it differently. Read the full story.
VAT on School Fees Fails to Fund Teachers, Says HMC Chair
The head of the UK's leading independent schools body says Labour's VAT on fees has not funded new teachers as promised, with 81 schools closed. Read the full impact assessment.
Fury over 'meagre' school lunch wrap at Scarborough UTC
A parent's outrage erupts after a photo reveals a paltry school lunch at Scarborough UTC. The 'disgraceful' ham wrap sparks over 100 comments from furious families. Share your school dinner experiences.
Mum fumes over daughter's 'wife' role in nativity play
A mother is 'itching' to confront her child's school after her six-year-old was cast as 'the Innkeeper's wife'. The festive row has sparked a fierce debate online about casual sexism in education.
US School District Trapped in Transgender Sports Row
A Californian school district near Nevada faces a dilemma over competing transgender athlete policies, forcing a choice between state law and safe travel. Discover the national debate's local impact.
14-Year-Old Girl Dies After Fall at Prestigious NYC School
A 14-year-old girl has died after a fall from a prestigious all-girls school in New York City. The incident follows a similar tragedy at a neighbouring boys' school just weeks prior.
Government launches plan to tackle misogyny in schools
The UK government has unveiled a new strategy to combat misogyny in English schools. Discover the key measures and what they mean for students and educators.
Maine Kindergartner Dies After School Bus Collision
A five-year-old boy, Simon Gonzalez, was fatally struck by his school bus in Standish, Maine. The community mourns as an investigation into the tragic incident continues.
Government's £550m Plan to Tackle School Misogyny
The government announces a multimillion-pound strategy to combat toxic masculinity in schools, targeting deepfakes and online abuse. Will it be enough?
Pupil dies after medical emergency at South Shields school
A student at St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields has tragically died following a medical incident. The school is heartbroken and counselling is being offered.
Stoppard's 20-Year School Shakespeare Legacy
Discover how Sir Tom Stoppard created a free abridged 'Merchant of Venice' for schools after a No. 10 event, a gift performed by thousands of children for over two decades.
Mother critiques government's anti-misogyny courses for boys
A mother argues new plans to send boys on behaviour change programmes risk demonising a generation, urging focus on societal roots and positive role models instead. Read the full analysis.
UK Schools Get £36m 'Anti-Andrew Tate' Lessons
The government unveils a flagship strategy to tackle violence against women and girls, including compulsory lessons on toxic influencers like Andrew Tate for pupils as young as 11. Will it work?
Emergency crews swarm South Shields school
Police and air ambulance rushed to St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields following a major medical emergency. Get the latest live updates on this breaking story.
King William's College Quiz 2025: The Ultimate Test
The legendary King William's College quiz for 2025 is here. Can you tackle its notoriously difficult questions on history, literature, science and more? Answers revealed 13 January.
Anti-misogyny training for boys in schools unveiled
Ministers unveil plans for anti-misogyny courses for boys in secondary schools to tackle violence against women. Teachers to get specialist training as part of a £20m package.
All English secondary schools to teach healthy relationships
The government announces a new strategy, including mandatory lessons and teacher training, to tackle misogyny and halve violence against women and girls within a decade.
Schools to teach healthy relationships in anti-violence drive
All secondary schools in England will teach about healthy relationships as part of a new government strategy aiming to halve violence against women and girls within a decade. Discover the new measures.
Teachers to be trained to spot 'toxic ideas' in boys
Sir Keir Starmer's government launches a £36m strategy to combat violence against women and girls, including compulsory lessons on healthy relationships. Read the full plan.
Schools get £36m for compulsory lessons to tackle Andrew Tate
The government unveils a £36m strategy with mandatory lessons on consent and healthy relationships in all secondary schools to combat toxic influencers and halve violence against women and girls.
Labour's £20m school plan to tackle misogyny unveiled
Labour unveils its historic violence against women and girls strategy, with a £20m school plan to tackle toxic misogyny through teacher training and specialist support. Read the full details.
Police Incident at Bury School, Cecil Street Sealed Off
Police have taped off Cecil Street near Holy Trinity Primary School in Bury. Pupils told to stay away as emergency services respond to an incident. Follow live updates.
Teacher 'kicks off' after school lottery syndicate wins big
A primary school lottery syndicate won £1m on EuroMillions, but a generous offer to a colleague who missed out turned sour. Discover the pitfalls of workplace syndicates and how to avoid them.
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