UK's back-to-school crisis: Teacher shortages and soaring costs
Exclusive analysis reveals the deepening crisis in England's schools as families grapple with severe teacher vacancies, budget cuts, and mounting hidden education costs this September.
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GCSE Music faces extinction as costs soar to £400 per pupil
Exclusive: Soaring costs of music GCSEs are creating an 'apartheid' in arts education, with state school pupils priced out. The Child Poverty Action Group reveals the stark inequalities forcing schools to cut creative subjects.
Starmer's Bold Education Overhaul Pledge
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces a groundbreaking 'mission' to overhaul England's education system, targeting Tory failures and pledging to break down class barriers with a new government directive.
GCSE Resits Crisis: Beyond Admitting Failure
The Guardian's editorial calls for radical reform of England's broken GCSE resit system, arguing that acknowledging its failure is merely the first step toward meaningful change for thousands of students.
Phillipson Orders Urgent Data Review of DfE
In her first move as Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson demands immediate assessment of critical issues from school buildings to teacher recruitment, signalling major shake-up.
White working-class pupils 'failed' by system, says Keegan
Gillian Keegan delivers a stark warning as new data shows white working-class children have the lowest attainment rates in England, branding the situation a 'real injustice' that must be urgently addressed.
Katrina's Legacy: How New Orleans Sacrificed Its Black Teachers
Two decades after Hurricane Katrina, a devastating investigation reveals how the rebuilding of New Orleans' school system deliberately targeted and displaced the city's predominantly Black teaching force, entrenching deep educational inequalities that per
T-Level Troubles: UK's Technical Education Reform Faces Critical Challenges
An in-depth investigation reveals the alarming gaps in the UK's flagship T-Level qualifications. Despite being touted as the gold standard for technical education, students and employers report critical shortcomings in maths, English, and essential skills
Trump Budget Slashes Billions from Public School Funding
Exclusive: The Trump administration's latest budget proposal guts federal education funding, redirecting billions from public schools to private institutions and parent vouchers, sparking a fierce political battle.
Saving American Universities: A Radical Blueprint
Exclusive investigation reveals the existential threats facing US higher education and the bold, controversial reforms needed to save it from financial collapse and irrelevance.
Australian Universities Slash Hundreds of Jobs and Courses
Major Australian universities are cutting hundreds of academic jobs and dozens of courses amid financial pressures and government funding reforms, sparking protests and concerns about the future of higher education.
Generative AI Forces Radical Overhaul of UK Exam System
Leading education experts demand urgent reform of GCSEs and A-levels, arguing generative AI like ChatGPT has made current exam formats unfit for purpose. Discover the proposed changes to preserve academic integrity.
Jack Thorne: UK's Education System is 'Fundamentally Broken'
Acclaimed screenwriter Jack Thorne and star Ashley Walters launch a searing indictment of the UK's underfunded schools and the devastating impact on a generation of adolescents in the new Netflix drama 'Teachers'.
Children's education and healthcare in crisis
A closer look at the systemic gaps in children's education and healthcare, and what needs to change to secure their future.
Farage demands Reform UK peers in House of Lords
Nigel Farage calls on Keir Starmer to allocate peerages to Reform UK, criticising Labour's overwhelming presence in the House of Lords as undemocratic.
Farage and Starmer clash over House of Lords abolition
Nigel Farage's Reform UK and Labour leader Keir Starmer are at odds over proposals to scrap the House of Lords, reigniting debates on political reform and democracy.
Gov Overhauls T-Levels to Rival A-Levels
The UK government announces sweeping changes to T-Level qualifications, positioning them as a robust alternative to A-Levels, with new subjects and enhanced industry links.
Phillipson announces UCAS application reforms
UK Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping changes to the UCAS university application system, aiming to streamline the process and reduce stress for students.
Trump signs order overhauling university admissions
Former US President Donald Trump has issued a sweeping executive order targeting university admissions policies, sparking fierce debate over fairness and diversity in higher education.
Will university tuition fees rise under Labour?
Labour's stance on tuition fees remains uncertain as students and parents await clarity on potential changes to higher education costs.
Australia slashes student loan debt
The Australian government has announced significant cuts to student loan debt, offering relief to millions of borrowers. Find out how this will impact graduates and the education sector.
Keir Starmer's wife Victoria stuns in rare public appearance
A rare public appearance by Keir Starmer's wife, Victoria, has sparked widespread interest. Discover the story behind the Labour leader's private family life and how it contrasts with his political persona.
Starmer pressed to deliver on speaking skills pledge
Education leaders and campaigners call on the Prime Minister to deliver on his pledge to integrate oracy into the national curriculum, highlighting its critical role in students' future success.
Post-16 education reform could scrap BTECs
Plans to reform post-16 qualifications in England could see popular BTECs scrapped, leaving students and educators concerned about limited options.
Labor and Coalition unite on HECS debt reform
In a rare show of bipartisanship, Australia's Labor and Coalition parties have joined forces to pass legislation easing the burden of HECS debt for millions. Discover how this historic move could reshape higher education financing.
UK school holidays: Why we lag behind Europe
British families face shorter summer breaks compared to France and Germany. Experts argue for reform to align with European norms and boost family wellbeing.
Starmer reshuffles Labour cabinet with key appointments
Labour leader Keir Starmer unveils his new cabinet, appointing Bridget Phillipson as Education Secretary and Lisa Nandy to a pivotal role. Discover the strategic shifts behind these key decisions.
Khan and Starmer split over foreign student crackdown
London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Labour leader Keir Starmer are at odds over proposed restrictions on foreign students, sparking debate on immigration and higher education funding.
Sex education in UK schools to be revamped
Labour's Bridget Phillipson announces plans to revamp sex education in UK schools, ensuring lessons are age-appropriate and evidence-based.
Schools to tackle incel culture with new sex education
Secondary schools in England will introduce new measures to tackle incel ideology and promote healthy relationships through updated sex education programmes.
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