Police Incident at Bury School, Cecil Street Sealed Off
Police have taped off Cecil Street near Holy Trinity Primary School in Bury. Pupils told to stay away as emergency services respond to an incident. Follow live updates.
Category : Schools
Teacher 'kicks off' after school lottery syndicate wins big
A primary school lottery syndicate won £1m on EuroMillions, but a generous offer to a colleague who missed out turned sour. Discover the pitfalls of workplace syndicates and how to avoid them.
Swansea TA drove under influence after school
A Swansea teaching assistant was caught driving under the influence of cocaine, cannabis and alcohol less than two hours after finishing work. Discover the full story and the professional consequences she now faces.
Search for missing Colorado schoolgirls Eva and Neillily
Elbert School cancels classes after two 13-year-old girls vanish during a basketball game. A major search operation involving drones and canine units is underway. Authorities urge public to check security footage.
Amanda Owen: Son 'Feels Cheated' Over Homeschooling Choice
Our Yorkshire Farm star Amanda Owen opens up about her parenting choices, revealing son Reuben's feelings and how she tailors education for her nine children. Read her candid interview.
Mum's honest school Christmas concert rant divides parents
A mother's viral rant about the 'hell' of two-hour school Christmas concerts has sparked a fierce debate. Is it a festive obligation or a priceless memory for your child? Read both sides.
Half of teachers work in schools with homeless children
A major Shelter survey reveals over half of teachers in England have homeless pupils, causing exhaustion, missed school and poor mental health. Urgent government action is needed.
Idaho School Bus Crash Injures Students
A school bus crash in rural Idaho sent six to hospital, including four children. One student was airlifted for treatment. Get the latest details.
Jack and the Beanstalk panto review: A critique of academy schools
The Lyric Hammersmith's pantomime reboot of Jack and the Beanstalk earns 4 stars as a sharp satire of rigid academy schools and Ofsted culture. On stage until 4 January 2026.
Manchester school gives away TVs to improve attendance
A Manchester secondary school is tackling the post-pandemic attendance crisis with a unique rewards scheme, giving away TVs, bikes and vouchers. See how it's cutting absence rates.
Wales school shuts as vomiting bug affects hundreds
St Martin's School in Caerphilly closes for a deep clean after a major flu-like outbreak. Over 250 people are ill. Parents urged to keep symptomatic children at home.
Farage urged to apologise for school racism allegations
Ex-equalities watchdog head Kishwer Falkner says Reform leader should apologise to those hurt by alleged school behaviour, even if he denies intent. Read the full story.
English Not First Language in 1 in 15 UK Councils
Exclusive data reveals English is no longer the first language for most pupils in 11 local authorities. Explore the impact on schools and societal cohesion.
US High School Launches Socialist Club for Students
A New Jersey high school's new socialist club, featuring Karl Marx imagery, ignites debate as polls show rising support for socialism among young Americans. Explore the controversy and data.
John Lewis praises Northern Ireland school's Christmas video
Fivemiletown College's festive film earns rare acclaim from John Lewis ad team, leaving staff and pupils 'overwhelmed'. Discover the story behind the viral video.
Sunday Times 2026 School Rankings: Top in Every Region
Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet tops the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover the leading state, comprehensive, independent and primary schools ranked across every UK region.
Bialik College Staff Fired After Pupils See Adult Images
A staff member at prestigious Bialik College in Melbourne has been dismissed after students in Years 6 and 7 saw 'inappropriate' adult imagery on a school laptop. Read the full details of the incident and the school's response.
London Schools Lead UK Rankings in 2026 Guide
London and South East schools top The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Queen Elizabeth's School named best state secondary. Discover the full rankings and regional winners.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
School sorry for Farage, Anderson far-right display
A Nottinghamshire secondary school has removed a classroom display and apologised after images of Nigel Farage and Lee Anderson appeared next to fascist dictators. Read the full story.
Deer munches exam papers in Chinese classroom incident
A tame school deer wandered into a classroom in Sichuan and ate students' exam papers. The lighthearted incident has prompted a review of animal management on campus. Read the full story.
Florida Students Hospitalised After Eating THC Gummies
Several high school students in Florida were rushed to hospital after consuming cannabis-infused sweets. One 14-year-old described an 'out of body experience'. Read the full report.
School bus roof torn off in low bridge crash, child hospitalised
An eight-year-old boy was taken to hospital after a school bus roof was torn off hitting a low bridge in Lancashire. Around 30 children assessed. Read the full details.
Teacher to stay in prison over Christmas in pronoun row
Enoch Burke will spend Christmas in Mountjoy Prison after a High Court judge refused his release for contempt of court, stemming from a dispute over a student's pronouns. Read the full details.
School sorry for Farage, Anderson far-right display
A Nottinghamshire school has issued an apology after a classroom display placed Reform UK's Nigel Farage and Lee Anderson alongside fascist dictators. The incident has sparked a political row and an internal review.
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