Amy Fife, a remarkable student at the University of St Andrews, has achieved the extraordinary by teaching herself advanced Latin to honours level while pursuing her degree in ancient history.
The UK government is considering a major overhaul of post-16 education that could see A-Levels replaced by a new broader qualification system called 'V-Levels', marking the biggest change to England's education system in decades.
The UK government announces radical reforms to post-16 education, phasing out low-value qualifications and creating new 'Advanced British Standard' combining A-Levels and T-Levels.
A British secondary school has prohibited students from using the slang term '67' after discovering its sexual connotation, sparking debate about language policing in education.
Exclusive investigation reveals how strict visa requirements are preventing foreign students from studying English language at A-Level, creating an unexpected barrier for non-native speakers.
Global superstar Dua Lipa shares unexpected educational achievement, revealing she successfully passed her Spanish GCSE years after leaving school while celebrating with fans.
The Home Office has abandoned controversial plans forcing A-level students to pass English language tests, following fierce backlash from education leaders and politicians.
The UK government announces mandatory English language requirements for migrants as part of a sweeping new integration strategy aimed at strengthening community cohesion.
Exclusive: The Department for Education has announced sweeping cuts to special educational needs support, eliminating 1,100 positions and raising serious concerns about the future of SEND provision across England.
New linguistic research reveals the most commonly used word worldwide, challenging assumptions about language and human communication patterns across cultures.
Labour MP Bridget Phillipson takes charge of education department as new government begins sweeping reforms. Discover what this means for UK schools and universities.
In a controversial move, Myanmar's military regime is compelling schools to implement Chinese language instruction, raising concerns about Beijing's growing influence and the erosion of local educational autonomy.
Wealth education expert Vanessa Stoykov explains her surprising decision to withdraw her son from private education, challenging conventional wisdom about privilege and parenting.
Scottish Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth faces mounting pressure after admitting to providing inaccurate statistics about school closures in Aberdeen, sparking opposition calls for greater transparency in government data.
New research reveals that simply pouring money into vocational education won't solve Britain's skills crisis. Discover why deeper systemic reforms are crucial for creating the workforce of tomorrow.
Dozens of Northern Ireland pupils face unprecedented daily international commutes as Derry primary schools reach capacity, highlighting critical education infrastructure failures.
Exclusive polling reveals nearly half of UK teachers plan to leave within five years amid workload pressures and government dissatisfaction, raising alarm bells for education sector.
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross calls for Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth's resignation amid mounting failures in Scotland's education system, citing declining standards and broken promises.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces ambitious plan to send half of young people to university, reviving Tony Blair's education legacy while addressing Britain's skills gap.
New research explores whether a cheeky pint could actually boost your foreign language skills, challenging conventional wisdom about alcohol's effects on cognitive performance.
A new study reveals a dramatic generational shift in Finland, with young people increasingly snubbing Finnish literature for English-language books, raising concerns about cultural identity.
Berliners have overwhelmingly voted to make English an official language alongside German, in a historic referendum aimed at boosting international business and simplifying life for expats.
A radical proposal from a Prague councillor suggests making English an official language alongside Czech. Discover the controversial plan aimed at boosting the economy and international appeal, sparking a fierce debate on national identity.
Tensions flared between Indian and Pakistani diplomats at a Dubai cultural forum during a heated debate on the ownership and promotion of the Urdu language, highlighting ongoing geopolitical rivalries.
The Guardian's definitive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Education degrees. Discover which institutions excelled in teaching, student satisfaction, and graduate prospects.
The Department for Education's new 'simplified' food rating system, likened to a Nando's heat scale, has been slammed by educators and unions as a 'slap in the face' that ignores the real crisis in school funding and meal quality.
Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.
A leading UK charity instructs its members to abandon traditional terms like 'mother' and 'father' in favour of gender-neutral alternatives like 'parent who has given birth' and 'non-birthing parent', sparking a fierce national debate on language and ideo
Former President Donald Trump's White House reportedly banned staff from speaking Spanish, a move condemned by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson as an attack on diversity and inclusion.