Systemic Racism Found in Australian Universities
A landmark report by the Australian Human Rights Commission reveals systemic racism at universities, with 70% of respondents experiencing indirect racism and rates exceeding 90% for some groups.
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Language Learning Should Be Driven by Passion, Not Utility
Educational experts advocate for learning languages based on personal interest rather than perceived usefulness, highlighting cultural and cognitive benefits.
Teacher Banned for Inappropriate Messages to Special Needs Pupil
Kaodi O'Loughlin Campbell, 34, has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after sending inappropriate social media messages to a former pupil from a special needs school in Walsall.
Teacher Banned for Attending School Under Alcohol Influence
Emma Taylor-Erwin, 48, has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after admitting to attending school under the influence of alcohol on multiple occasions.
School Pressure at 15 Causes Depression Into Adulthood
A major UCL study reveals teenagers experiencing high academic stress face increased depression and self-harm risks lasting into their mid-20s, prompting calls for systemic education reforms.
Teacher Banned After Night in Former Pupil's University Bed
Louis Stockton, 32, has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after a misconduct panel found he crossed professional boundaries with a Cheltenham Ladies' College pupil.
UK Universities Hit by Record Student Complaints Backlash
Student complaints to the Office of the Independent Adjudicator surged 17% to 4,234 in 2025, marking nine straight years of increases, driven by financial pressures and complex higher education experiences.
Spanish Becomes Top GCSE Language Choice in England
Spanish has become the most popular GCSE language in England for the first time, surpassing French. Experts argue schools should adapt to reflect Spanish's global dominance and cultural relevance.
Teaching Assistant Jailed for Upskirting Teenager
A teaching assistant in Bradford has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for sending an indecent photo to a pupil and taking an upskirt image without her knowledge.
Cartoon Satirises Smartphone Ban in Schools
A new cartoon by Stephen Collins humorously critiques the government's proposed ban on smartphones in schools, highlighting the challenges of enforcement and student reactions.
Teacher Faces Ban After Naked Stroll in Hebburn
Former deputy head Andrew Peacock, a self-confessed naturist, was seen walking nude on Ellison Street in 2023. A tribunal found his actions constituted misconduct.
Teacher Faces Ban After Naked Walk in Residential Area
Andrew Peacock, a former deputy head of maths at Hetton Academy, was spotted walking naked near the River Tyne. The Teaching Regulation Agency found his actions constituted misconduct.
Rouble Nagi Wins $1 Million Global Teacher Prize
Indian teacher and activist Rouble Nagi has been awarded the prestigious $1 million Global Teacher Prize for her work establishing hundreds of learning centres and educational murals across India.
Indian Teacher Wins $1M Global Teacher Prize
Rouble Nagi, an Indian teacher and activist who established over 800 learning centres and educational murals, has been awarded the prestigious $1 million Global Teacher Prize at the World Governments Summit in Dubai.
Anna Gillett: Education Pioneer's Legacy
Tribute to Anna Gillett, a pioneering educator and social justice advocate whose work transformed lives and inspired generations in the UK.
Teacher Banned Over 'Granny Schoolteacher' OnlyFans Account
A 62-year-old supply teacher has been indefinitely banned from the profession after admitting to creating an explicit OnlyFans account under the name 'granny schoolteacher'.
Teaching Kids to Say No Empowers Better Yeses
Parenting expert Myke Bartlett argues that empowering children with the confidence to say no helps them make more thoughtful decisions, resist impulsiveness, and find better reasons to say yes to life's challenges.
School Mourns 'Super Hero' Teacher Ioan Evans, 25
Cwmbach Church in Wales Primary School near Aberdare is heartbroken after the sudden death of beloved teacher and footballer Ioan Evans, aged just 25. Tributes pour in from the school and Welsh football community.
NSW School Hate Speech Rules Could Silence Gaza Talks
New hate speech guidelines in NSW schools, allowing easier dismissal of staff, raise concerns about stifling classroom discussions on Gaza, with teachers warning of a chilling effect on free speech.
Australia's Back-to-School Day Sparks Curiosity Debate
The first day of school in Australia has ignited discussions on how educational systems can better nurture children's innate curiosity and learning beyond traditional curricula.
Teachers Should Get Glastonbury Leave, Says Union Boss
The head of the National Education Union argues schools must offer greater flexibility, allowing teachers time off for festivals like Glastonbury during term time, sparking political backlash.
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.
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.
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