Category : Teaching


TA sacked for football course on sick leave

A teaching assistant was dismissed after being caught attending a prestigious UEFA A licence football course while on paid sick leave. Read the full details of the professional standards hearing.

Trans music teacher forced out by Texas bathroom law

A trans music teacher in Texas describes leaving his beloved career due to the state's bathroom ban and anti-trans policies, revealing the personal toll of discriminatory legislation. Read his powerful story.

Trans teacher forced to quit over Texas bathroom law

A trans music teacher in Texas reveals why he left his beloved career due to anti-trans legislation, including a bathroom ban that forced him to avoid using facilities at school. Read his powerful story.

NASUWT calls for UK social media ban for under-16s

One of the UK's largest teaching unions urges the government to impose a statutory ban on social media for under-16s, citing a surge in poor behaviour and mental health harms linked to online platforms.

10 Slang Words Experts Want Banished in 2026

Lake Superior State University's 50th Banished Words List targets overused slang like '6,7' and 'demure'. Discover the full list and why these terms have worn out their welcome.

Nigel de Gruchy, Former NASUWT Leader, Dies at 85

Nigel de Gruchy, the formidable former general secretary of the NASUWT teachers' union, has died aged 85. Remembered for his militant stance and sharp wit, he shaped education policy for a generation. Read his full story.

Teacher and poet Patricia Robson dies aged 83

Patricia Robson, a dedicated teacher, published poet, and passionate Remainer, has died at 83. Her innovative drama work and poetry left a lasting legacy in Kent and Sussex education.

Teacher's 'unwanted gifts' TikTok divides parents

A teacher's viral TikTok listing three Christmas presents she'd rather not receive from pupils has ignited a fierce debate, with some branding her 'ungrateful'. Discover the full story and the divided reaction.

Teacher awarded £518k in defamation lawsuit

A veteran teacher in Maryland has been awarded a $518,000 settlement after a principal sent a false 'hate bias' email. Discover the full story of the defamation case and its impact on school accountability.

Govt misses teacher recruitment target by 12%

Official figures reveal the Government recruited only 88% of its secondary teacher target for 2025/26, despite a VAT raid on private schools intended to fund 6,500 new state teachers. Read the full analysis.

Jailed teacher faces permanent classroom ban

Rebecca Joynes, jailed for six-and-a-half years for sex with pupils, could be barred from teaching for life after a professional conduct hearing. Read the full details.

Wealthy family seeks £192k tutor for four children

A prestigious agency advertises for a £192,000-a-year private tutor to educate four 'exceptionally bright' children splitting time between London and Miami. The ideal candidate must be inspiring, sporty, and handle last-minute changes with grace.

Teacher banned after escort double life exposed

A primary school teacher has been barred for five years after her secret life as a high-end escort was revealed. Sex workers discuss the hidden world of educators in the industry.

Education Pioneer Phil Taylor Dies at 78

Tributes pour in for Professor Phil Taylor, the visionary educator who transformed teaching methods and inspired generations. Discover his remarkable journey and enduring impact on UK education.

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