Teacher Banned for Classroom Beer Drinking Claims Witch-Hunt
A primary school teacher in Nottingham has been indefinitely banned from teaching after being found drinking beer in the classroom and under the influence of alcohol during school hours.
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Teacher Banned After Drinking Beer in Classroom
A Nottingham primary school teacher has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after being found drinking alcohol in class and consuming mints after each sip.
GCSE Reading Lists Need Faster Diversity Push by 2026
A new report reveals it could take until 2115 for GCSE English Literature to reflect UK's ethnic diversity without urgent intervention, as author Bernardine Evaristo calls for action.
Teacher Fights Suspension Over Alleged Handgun Incident
A Queensland teacher has been suspended and is battling to keep his job after allegedly holding a handgun to a student's head. Tribunal documents reveal disturbing details as the educator contests the decision.
Why Screen Time Metrics Fail Children and Society
Philosopher C. Thi Nguyen argues against reductive measures like 'screen time', highlighting how metrics become targets that distort behaviour in education, health, and law.
School Leaders' Mental Health Crisis Deepens in New Survey
A new NAHT survey reveals 45% of school leaders needed mental health support last year, with 72% reporting job-related negative impacts on wellbeing.
School Leaders' Mental Health Crisis: 72% Report Deterioration
A new NAHT survey reveals nearly three-quarters of school leaders say their job has harmed their mental health, with 45% needing support last year amid overwhelming stress and workload pressures.
Scottish Teaching Union Demands Education Overhaul
Scotland's largest teaching union, the EIS, has published a manifesto ahead of the Scottish election, calling for smaller class sizes, free meals for all pupils, and more support staff.
Adrian Chiles Discovers Unsettling Facts About Learning in Schools
Broadcaster Adrian Chiles recounts his experience leading a Deep Learning Day at a Birmingham secondary school, uncovering disheartening statistics about how little information students retain from traditional teaching methods.
Screen Time Crisis: UK Toddlers' Development at Risk
UK educators report alarming developmental delays in young children linked to excessive screen use, with 98% of two-year-olds watching screens daily. New government guidance aims to address this growing concern.
Viral bedtime chart divides parents over strict sleep times
A teacher's viral bedtime guide for children has ignited a fierce debate among UK parents. Discover the recommended sleep times by age and why experts say consistency is key.
Teacher quits after pupil's deepfake porn video
A primary school teacher reveals her trauma after an eight-year-old pupil created a deepfake porn video of her. She left her job after the school dismissed her concerns.
Where is Coronation Street's Claire Peacock star now?
It's been 15 years since Julia Haworth left Coronation Street as Claire Peacock. Discover her acting career, teaching job, and life after Weatherfield.
TA sacked for football course on sick leave
A teaching assistant was dismissed after being caught attending a prestigious UEFA A licence football course while on paid sick leave. Read the full details of the professional standards hearing.
Teaching union investigates 'institutional antisemitism' claims
Britain's largest teaching union has secretly hired a leading KC to investigate allegations it fostered a 'hostile environment' for Jewish members. Read the full report.
Trans music teacher forced out by Texas bathroom law
A trans music teacher in Texas describes leaving his beloved career due to the state's bathroom ban and anti-trans policies, revealing the personal toll of discriminatory legislation. Read his powerful story.
Trans teacher forced to quit over Texas bathroom law
A trans music teacher in Texas reveals why he left his beloved career due to anti-trans legislation, including a bathroom ban that forced him to avoid using facilities at school. Read his powerful story.
NASUWT calls for UK social media ban for under-16s
One of the UK's largest teaching unions urges the government to impose a statutory ban on social media for under-16s, citing a surge in poor behaviour and mental health harms linked to online platforms.
Teaching union calls for under-16s social media ban
The NASUWT teaching union urges a UK-wide social media ban for under-16s, citing a behaviour crisis and mental health harm. New poll shows 64% public support.
Teacher banned for throwing pupil through doorway
A Devon teacher has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after assaulting a pupil and throwing him into a playground. Read the full investigation details.
Professor wins job back and £500k after Charlie Kirk post
A US professor fired for sharing a post after Charlie Kirk's assassination has been reinstated with a $500,000 settlement. Explore the case and its implications for free speech.
Teacher banned for 'satanic' Islam remarks and far-right views
Patrick Lawler, 62, struck off indefinitely for gross misconduct after promoting conspiracy theories and using abusive language towards pupils. Read the full investigation.
10 Slang Words Experts Want Banished in 2026
Lake Superior State University's 50th Banished Words List targets overused slang like '6,7' and 'demure'. Discover the full list and why these terms have worn out their welcome.
Nigel de Gruchy, Former NASUWT Leader, Dies at 85
Nigel de Gruchy, the formidable former general secretary of the NASUWT teachers' union, has died aged 85. Remembered for his militant stance and sharp wit, he shaped education policy for a generation. Read his full story.
Primary teacher condemns 'six-seven' social media craze
A Berkshire teacher argues the viral 'six-seven' trend promotes mindless behaviour. He urges critical thinking over blind social media imitation. Read his full letter.
James Martin reveals 'hell on earth' school days due to dyslexia
Celebrity chef James Martin gives a heartbreaking admission about his 'hell on earth' school experience, failing exams and the impact of his dyslexia. Discover his journey from tears to TV success.
Irish teacher, 29, dies unexpectedly in Australia
Sarah Halpenny, a 29-year-old Irish teacher working in Melbourne, has died unexpectedly. A fundraiser has raised nearly €170k to bring her home. Tributes pour in.
Teaching assistant barred for post-school drink and drugs drive
A Swansea teaching assistant has been banned from the profession after a drink and drugs binge following the school day. Read the full story of the misconduct hearing.
Teaching Assistant Struck Off for Post-School Drink and Drugs Bender
A Swansea teaching assistant has been barred from the classroom after a drink and drugs binge. Jessica Picton was caught driving under the influence just hours after leaving work. Read the full report.
Teacher banned over hundreds of stolen bank card details
A maths teacher has been barred from the classroom indefinitely after being caught with hundreds of stolen bank card details. Read the full report on the professional misconduct hearing.
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