Milburn: Exam-Obsessed Schools Leave Pupils Unready for Work
Former minister Alan Milburn warns that an exam-focused education system is leaving young people unprepared for employment, as a survey reveals teachers' concerns over soft skills.
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Bus Driver Sacked After Boy Dragged 350m in Melbourne
A 12-year-old boy was dragged down a Melbourne road after his arm got caught in bus doors. The driver has been sacked following an investigation into the traumatic incident.
Tennessee Voucher Program Expands to 35,000 Students
Tennessee's universal school voucher program will nearly double to 35,000 students next year, directing $260 million in public funds to private schools amid legislative debate.
Universities Face £500k Fines for Free Speech Breaches
The Office for Students will oversee a new complaints system allowing staff and speakers to report free speech concerns, with universities facing fines up to £500,000 or deregistration for serious breaches.
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CalMac's £3.9bn Contract Drops Penalty Clauses Amid Ferry Crisis
The Scottish Government has removed financial penalties for cancellations and delays from CalMac's new £3.9 billion contract, raising accountability concerns as ferry reliability plummets.
Student Loan Debt Collection to Begin for Half Million Borrowers
The federal government plans to start collecting defaulted student loans from 500,000 borrowers as early as July, amid broader efforts to transfer the $1.7 trillion portfolio to the Treasury Department.
Royal Academy of Music Bars Private School Students from Course
The Royal Academy of Music faces backlash after launching a foundation year exclusively for state school pupils, with critics calling it discriminatory and lazy stereotyping.
Teacher Banned for Inappropriate Messages to Pupil
A married teacher at a £46,000-a-year boarding school has been permanently banned from the profession after sending a teenage pupil inappropriate late-night texts and emails over a year.
Teachers Threaten Strike Over 6.5% Pay Offer and Funding
UK teachers have voted overwhelmingly in an indicative ballot to reject a 6.5% pay rise and consider strike action over inadequate school funding and high workloads, with union leaders warning of dire conditions.
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Iran School Closures Continue as Families Struggle Post-Ceasefire
Families across Iran grapple with prolonged school closures following February's conflict, disrupting education and work-life balance despite a fragile ceasefire.
Pupils Reject School Food Cuts Over Bankrupt Fears
Students at Richard Challoner school oppose government plans to ban fatty foods, warning that removing cheeseburgers and cakes could cripple school catering businesses.
Young Americans Struggle to Name Holocaust Camps in Survey
A new survey finds 48% of Americans aged 18-29 cannot name a single Holocaust concentration or death camp, amid rising antisemitism and social media distortion of historical facts.
Mum Pulls Kids From School After Son's Distressing Admission
A mother removed her children from traditional education to pursue world schooling after her son expressed severe distress about attending school, highlighting issues with the UK education system.
Parents Demand Education Overhaul as System Fails Children
A major survey of 2,000 parents reveals widespread dissatisfaction with the UK's education system, with two-thirds calling for urgent reform and more flexible learning options to better serve children's needs.
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UK Schools Short 1,400 Educational Psychologists
A new report reveals UK schools need 1,400 more educational psychologists, with some areas having just one specialist for 9,400 children, threatening SEND reforms.
Parents Revolt Against Classroom Chromebooks, Demand Pencils Return
Over 200 parents in Lower Merion School District petition to opt children out of one-to-one device programs, citing distraction, cyberbullying, and weakened social skills from excessive screen time.
BBC to Cut 2,000 Jobs as Part of 10% Spending Reduction Plan
The BBC is set to eliminate up to 2,000 positions, with all news areas affected, as it aims to slash spending by 10% over three years. Staff have been warned of significant cost-cutting measures and voluntary redundancy options.
Student Slams A-Level History Over Colonial Narrative Bias
A student winner of The Guardian Foundation's Emerging Voices award argues that A-level history curricula in England and Wales fail to teach the truth about British colonialism, perpetuating harmful ideas on race and migration.
Swinney's Food Price Cap Plan Sparks Farmer Fury
John Swinney's proposal to cap prices on essential food items using public health powers has drawn sharp criticism from opponents who warn it could devastate struggling Scottish farmers and producers.
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SNP Vows National Phone Ban in Schools, Food Price Caps
First Minister John Swinney promises legislation for a Scotland-wide smartphone ban in classrooms and price caps on essential food items if the SNP wins May's Holyrood election.
Playdates Key to Making Children 'School-Ready', Expert Says
Family psychologist Dr Martha Deiros Collado explains how regular playdates help children aged 4-6 develop crucial social skills like empathy and turn-taking, making them more prepared for school.
Swinney Pledges National Phone Ban in Scottish Schools
First Minister John Swinney pledges to legislate for a nationwide ban on smartphones in Scottish classrooms if the SNP wins the May Holyrood election, aiming to reduce distractions and boost learning.
Influencers Can Tackle School Misogyny, Teacher Says
A primary school teacher describes a 'harrowing' World Book Day incident where boys dressed as misogynist influencers, sparking a push for positive role models like Angry Ginge to promote digital literacy and online safety.
SNP Pledges National Smartphone Ban in Scottish Schools
First Minister John Swinney promises legislation for a full national ban on smartphones in classrooms if the SNP wins the May Holyrood election, citing distractions from learning.
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MPs Reject Under-16s Social Media Ban, Back Flexible Powers
MPs have rejected a default ban on social media for under-16s for a second time, supporting government plans for adaptable powers to curb children's online use through measures like curfews and limits.
Handling School Refusal: Expert Advice for Parents
A mother seeks help for her 12-year-old son refusing school due to anxiety. Expert advice covers emotional support, school collaboration, and mental health resources.
Government Guidance Aims to Boost School Readiness for Reception
The Department for Education has issued new guidance to help teachers and early years staff prepare children for Reception, addressing a crisis in school readiness. The advice includes joint visits between schools and nurseries, practical skill-building,
Trump Loan Caps Hit Nursing and Medical Students Hard
New federal student loan limits imposed by the Trump administration will leave graduate students in nursing and medicine facing thousands in uncovered costs this autumn.
MPs Reject Lords' Social Media Ban for Children Again
MPs have voted against a default ban on children accessing harmful social media platforms, backing instead a flexible government power to impose curfews and scrolling limits.
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School Diversity Chief Sacked for Praising Hamas Attacks
Saima Akhtar, diversity coordinator at Cabot Learning Federation, dismissed after calling Hamas militants 'heroes'. The school previously cancelled a Jewish MP's visit amid protest pressure.
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