UK's Best Secondary Schools 2026 Rankings Published
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 reveals the UK's top-performing state and private schools. Find out which schools topped the national and regional rankings for GCSE and A-Level results.
Category : Education
SA Principal Probed Over School Camp Photos, Parents in Dark
A South Australian primary school principal is under investigation for photos taken on a school camp. Parents demand answers as officials interview pupils, insisting there is 'nothing to be alarmed about'. Read the full story.
Trump Appears to Fall Asleep in Cabinet Meeting
US President Donald Trump sparked fresh health concerns after appearing to fall asleep during a White House cabinet meeting on Monday. Get the latest details and analysis.
Teacher 'had sex with pupil in her Jeep' court hears
Nicole Hernandez, 30, allegedly groomed and had a sexual relationship with a teenage student. She faces court on December 19. Read the full shocking details.
Teacher dismissed after OnlyFans account discovered
A teacher at a school for autism was dismissed after setting up an OnlyFans account offering explicit services. Read the full investigation details and panel findings here.
US School Pays Pupils £40 Weekly to Attend Class
A Washington DC high school is paying students £40 weekly to combat chronic absenteeism. The radical scheme aims to tackle a crisis where 38.2% of students miss 10% of school. Discover the impact and controversy.
Aid cuts will kill 200,000 more children this year
A damning Gates Foundation report reveals global aid cuts, led by the US under Trump, will reverse decades of progress, causing 200,000+ preventable child deaths in 2025. Urgent action is needed.
STEM teacher recruitment hits 107% of target in major boost
New DfE figures reveal an 11% surge in teacher trainees in England, with STEM subjects exceeding recruitment targets for the first time this decade. Discover the data and the challenges that remain.
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.
University of Greater Manchester Under Fraud Inquiry
England's higher education regulator launches investigation into the University of Greater Manchester following serious allegations of financial misconduct, bribery, and bullying. Learn the full story.
Italy's restrictive sex education bill sparks protests
Italy's far-right government passes a restrictive sex education bill requiring parental consent, sparking protests. Critics say it undermines violence prevention. Read the full story.
Girl, 8, allegedly assaulted in school 'kissing club'
Parents sue Sierra Canyon School, alleging their 8-year-old daughter was sexually assaulted in a student-run 'kissing club'. The elite LA institution charges nearly $40,000 a year.
Nursery Worker Admits Abusing Children in Care
Children's minister promises 'forensic' review after Vincent Chan's 'appalling' crimes at a North London nursery. Discover the government's action plan and support for affected families.
Teacher guilty of misconduct after paedophile conviction
Rebecca Joynes, jailed for sex with schoolboys, found guilty of bringing teaching into disrepute. Misconduct panel to decide on being struck off for good.
Expert advice: Help your child see past a book's cover
An advice columnist offers creative solutions for parents whose voracious young readers dismiss books based on cover art. Discover how to nurture a love of reading without making it a chore.
Amazon's Pricing Algorithms Drive Up Costs for US Schools
American schools are paying millions more for essential supplies due to Amazon's secretive algorithmic pricing. Discover the investigation's findings and its impact on education budgets.
2025's Most Mispronounced Words Revealed
A new list reveals the words Brits and Americans struggled to say in 2025, from the Louvre museum to a popular diabetes drug. Discover the correct pronunciations and the stories behind them.
Government sets new targets for children's physical activity
The UK government has announced new targets to increase physical activity among children in England. Find out what the goals are and how they plan to achieve them.
Nursery worker pleads guilty to 26 child sex offences
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson vows to 'root out abuse' after Vincent Chan's guilty plea to horrific assaults on sleeping children. A full safeguarding review is launched.
Family breaks silence after teen's tragic death at school formal
The family of Joshua Kai Belden, 18, who died at his Year 12 formal in Brisbane, invites the community to a celebration of his life. Mourners asked to wear colour.
Teacher Rebecca Joynes snubs hearing over pupil sex offences
Disgraced teacher Rebecca Joynes, 30, failed to attend a conduct hearing after having sexual relationships with two teen pupils and having a baby with one. Follow the latest on this breaking story.
Top Mispronounced Words of 2025: Can You Say Them?
Language experts from Babbel unveil 2025's most commonly mispronounced words, from drug names to storm titles. Test your pronunciation skills now.
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.
Mamdani and Louvre Lead 2025's Mispronounced Words
From New York's mayor-elect to a Parisian jewel heist, 2025's news left many tongue-tied. Discover which words made the annual list of pronunciation pitfalls.
Failures in school allergy plan led to boy's death, inquest finds
A coroner found critical failures by a school and police after Benedict Blythe, 5, died from an allergic reaction to cow's milk. His family now campaigns for 'Benedict's Law' for safer schools.
Mass Gaza wedding unites 100 couples amid conflict
Over 100 Palestinian couples married in a poignant mass ceremony in Gaza City, a powerful symbol of resilience and hope amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Uganda ends refugee status for thousands after UK aid cuts
Uganda halts refugee status for Eritreans, Somalis, and Ethiopians, citing UK aid cuts. Thousands face an uncertain future. Read the full story on the impact of reduced international funding.
Ex-teacher faces trial for alleged student relationship
Nicole Hernandez, a former Kansas 'teacher of the month', is set for trial over four felony counts for an alleged inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old student. Read the full details of the case.
Child Deaths to Rise for First Time This Century After Aid Cuts
A devastating Gates Foundation report projects 200,000 extra under-5 deaths this year, reversing decades of progress. UK and US aid cuts are blamed. Read the full analysis.
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