Category : Schools


Probe: Iowa district relied on flawed consultant vetting

An investigation reveals an Iowa school district 'reasonably relied' on a consultant whose flawed vetting missed a forged transcript and immigration status of a superintendent now facing federal charges. Discover the full story.

1 in 10 schools confiscate phones, survey finds

A Department for Education survey reveals just 9% of secondary schools require phone hand-in, challenging claims of widespread bans. Discover the data driving the legal challenge.

Mick Jagger surprises Dartford Grammar students

Rolling Stones legend Sir Mick Jagger made an emotional return to his old school in Kent, presenting basketball trophies and celebrating music education. Discover his heartfelt message to young musicians.

DfE 'tone deaf' joke apology backfires over schools

The Department for Education faces a backlash for a 'tone deaf' social media post boasting of Labour's school achievements. Critics call it condescending and out of touch. Read the full story.

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

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.

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.

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