'Beautiful' girl, 15, dies after collapsing at school
The family of 15-year-old Jessica Baker pays emotional tribute after she tragically collapsed and died at West Hill School in Stalybridge, leaving a community in mourning.
Category : Schools
Crumbling Schools £3bn Revamp to Create 60,000 Jobs
The UK Government unveils a major £3 billion investment to rebuild and refurbish over 150 dilapidated schools across England, tackling the RAAC concrete crisis and creating a jobs boom in the construction sector.
Gove's GCSE resit policy legacy exposed in results
New GCSE results reveal how Michael Gove's controversial resit policy has created a 'broken system' of educational inequality, with disadvantaged students bearing the brunt of persistent failure rates in English and maths.
Scottish Parliament to debate Andrew Tate's influence on children
Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross urges Holyrood to address the 'damaging and dangerous' impact of controversial influencer Andrew Tate on young people's values and behaviour.
Strictest Headteacher's GCSE Triumph Proves Methods Work
Katharine Birbalsingh's Michaela Community School celebrates record-breaking GCSE results, proving her controversial 'no excuses' discipline policy delivers exceptional academic achievement.
GCSE Results Show Widening North-South Education Divide
Exclusive analysis of GCSE results reveals a deepening regional attainment gap in England, with London pupils surging ahead while disadvantaged areas in the North and Midlands fall further behind.
School Uniforms Fail as 'Great Leveller' Amid Holiday Costs
Exclusive investigation reveals how pricey term-time holidays are forcing a rethink of school uniforms as the 'great leveller'. Discover the hidden costs impacting British families.
Billionaire Backs 'American Exceptionalism' School Chain
Billionaire Jeff Yass, a major Republican donor, is funding a new chain of private schools named 'American Exceptionalism Academies' across four US states, aiming to challenge 'woke' education policies.
Virginia School Suspends Transgender Student Over Bathroom
A Virginia school district has suspended a transgender student for using the boys' bathroom, igniting a fierce debate on student rights, school policies, and LGBTQ+ protections in US schools.
Kate Middleton's casual sports day look for children's event
The Princess of Wales was spotted in a relatable and chic casual outfit as she attended her children's school sports day at Lambrook, showcasing her hands-on parenting approach.
Teacher fired for blackface wins job back in shock ruling
A Canadian teacher who was dismissed for wearing blackface as a Halloween costume has been controversially reinstated by an arbitrator, sparking a fierce debate on racism, accountability, and education.
Sixth Forms Braced for 'Brutal Competition' Over Labour VAT Plan
Exclusive: A new report reveals sixth forms are bracing for a fierce battle for students as Labour's plan to add VAT to private school fees threatens to drive an exodus back into the state sector, creating a funding and capacity crisis.
Court Orders Ten Commandments in Texas Schools
A federal appeals court has mandated the display of the Ten Commandments in all Texas public school classrooms, igniting a fierce national debate on religious freedom, education, and the First Amendment.
GCSE Results 2024: Top Grades Dip to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Exclusive analysis of the 2024 GCSE results reveals a continued fall in top grades across England as grading aligns with 2019 standards, with significant regional disparities and a growing attainment gap.
UK Back-to-School Savings Guide 2025: Cut Costs Now
Struggling with soaring back-to-school costs? Our definitive 2025 UK guide reveals savvy parent-approved hacks for uniforms, trips, and budgeting to ease the financial squeeze this September.
White working-class pupils have worst GCSE results
New analysis exposes a severe education disadvantage for poor white British pupils in England, with Bridget Phillipson blaming 'systemic neglect' and vowing urgent reform.
Christian school teacher sacked over secret OnlyFans
A drama teacher at a private Christian school in the UK has been dismissed after her side hustle on the adult subscription platform OnlyFans was discovered by parents, sparking a fierce debate on morality clauses and private lives.
Mississippi Enforces Sweeping DEI Ban in Public Education
A sweeping new law in Mississippi has outlawed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in all public educational institutions, sparking a fierce debate on academic freedom and racial equality in the state's classrooms and campuses.
School costs crisis: Parents face £1.5bn financial crush
Exclusive research reveals UK families are facing unprecedented back-to-school costs, with uniform prices skyrocketing and digital demands adding immense pressure to household budgets.
New School Rules: £2,500 Fines for Term-Time Holidays
Parents across England are up in arms as new government guidance threatens fines of up to £2,500 for taking children on holiday during term time. The stricter rules, which come into effect from September, grant heads more power to clamp down on absences.
UK school uniform costs soar: Parent survival guide
Rising school uniform prices in the UK are putting financial pressure on families. Discover tips to cut costs without compromising quality.
Parents skip meals to afford school uniforms
A new survey highlights the financial strain on families in England as parents sacrifice meals to pay for school uniforms. Experts warn of a growing crisis in education affordability.
Girl, 7, left with hole in leg after swing accident
A seven-year-old girl suffered a horrific injury when a swing chain snapped and impaled her leg, leaving a gaping wound. The incident has sparked safety concerns among parents.
China-linked takeovers of UK private schools spark concern
Over 30 British private schools have been acquired by foreign investors, with significant ties to China's Communist Party, raising concerns over academic independence and national security.
Inside an abandoned British primary school frozen in time
Explore the haunting beauty of a forgotten primary school in the UK, where classrooms remain untouched for years, offering a glimpse into the past.
Uvalde footage shows parents begging police during shooting
Newly released footage from the Uvalde school shooting reveals desperate parents begging police to intervene while gunshots are heard in the background. The harrowing video raises fresh questions about law enforcement's delayed response.
School mourns 'kind and bright' boy, 11, who died suddenly
A primary school community is in mourning after the sudden death of an 11-year-old boy described as 'kind, funny, and incredibly bright'. Tributes pour in for the beloved pupil.
Florida school lockdown over gun in backpack
A Florida mother recounts the terrifying moment her child's school went into lockdown after a gun was found in another student's backpack. Authorities are investigating the incident.
School librarian arrested over disturbing 'trophies'
A school librarian has been arrested after disturbing messages and a collection of 'trophies' were discovered, sending shockwaves through the community.
Hamlet gets trigger warning for 'coercive behaviour'
A leading UK university has issued a trigger warning for Shakespeare's Hamlet, citing 'coercive behaviour' in the play. Critics argue this is an overreach of sensitivity measures.
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