Celebrity Chefs Campaign for Mandatory School Cooking Lessons
Dame Prue Leith, Delia Smith and Stanley Tucci are leading a parliamentary campaign to make practical cookery lessons mandatory from age four in UK primary schools.
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Audiobooks Not Cheating: Expert Says Listening Equals Reading
Education expert Cathy Walker argues audiobooks boost vocabulary and empathy as effectively as print books, challenging parents' perceptions on World Book Day.
Morpurgo: Every Day Should Be a Book Day, Not Just One
Children's author Sir Michael Morpurgo warns that screen time is harming childhood and urges parents to read daily, calling it a profound act of love.
Morpurgo: Children Learn Best by Getting Lost in Stories
Former children's laureate Sir Michael Morpurgo advocates for early reading and immersive storytelling as essential for child development, launching a new legend collection with GWR.
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Sydney School Tracks Student Bathroom Visits to Stop Vandalism
A private Sydney high school is notifying parents each time students use bathrooms during class in a trial aimed at preventing damage to newly refurbished facilities.
Mandatory Allergy Safety Rules Coming to UK Schools
The government is introducing statutory allergy guidance requiring schools to stock adrenaline pens and provide staff training, following the tragic death of five-year-old Benedict Blythe from anaphylactic shock.
Scottish Teachers Vote Overwhelmingly for Strike Over Workload
Scotland's largest teaching union, the EIS, has secured an 85% vote for strike action over excessive workload, potentially disrupting schools during exams and election campaigns.
Scottish Teachers Vote for Strike Action Over Workload
85% of EIS union members back strike action in Scotland, with potential disruption during exam season and Holyrood election campaign as workload promises remain unfulfilled.
Parents Split on Audiobooks as Expert Debunks 'Cheating' Claims
New research reveals 40% of parents consider audiobooks 'cheating', but education expert Cathy Walker argues they offer equal benefits to physical books for children's development.
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Welsh Voters Confused Over Devolution and Election System
A new poll shows nearly 60% of Welsh voters are unaware of how the new voting system will work in May's Senedd elections, with widespread confusion over devolution powers and political figures.
School Antisemitism Review Launched After MP Visit Blocked
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson commissions Sir David Bell to investigate antisemitism in schools, following an incident where Jewish MP Damien Egan's visit was cancelled due to protest threats.
Pollen Exposure Linked to Lower Secondary School Exam Scores
New research reveals that high pollen levels can negatively impact secondary school exam results, especially in maths. Experts urge exam boards to consider scheduling changes and preventative measures.
Schools Abandon World Book Day Costumes Over Cost Concerns
Schools in England are moving away from dressing up for World Book Day due to cost pressures on families and fears it detracts from reading for pleasure, literacy experts tell MPs.
Lauren Sánchez Bezos Opens Up About Hidden Dyslexia Diagnosis
Lauren Sánchez Bezos shares her journey with dyslexia, diagnosed at 19, and how she concealed it during her news reporting career with help from a co-anchor.
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TV Headteacher Admits Misconduct Over Cruise and Car Misuse
Joy Ballard, former principal of Ryde Academy, admitted dishonesty for altering term dates for cruises and using a £30k school car for personal trips, including to France.
Molly-Mae Hague Homeschooling Debate: Influencer Parenting Concerns
Former Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague's hesitation to send her daughter to school over 'strictness' concerns has ignited a broader discussion about influencer-led education and parental privilege in the UK.
Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury Unsure About Sending Bambi to School
Former Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague reveals she and partner Tommy Fury are 'on the fence' about sending their three-year-old daughter Bambi to school, citing concerns about her losing her spark.
London Birth Rate Fall Hits Secondary School Applications
London sees a 1.6% drop in secondary school applications due to declining birth rates, with councils considering closures and mergers amid funding concerns.
Phillipson's Education White Paper: Scattered Vision for Schools?
The government's schools white paper focuses on Send reforms and multi-academy trusts, but critics argue it lacks clear direction amid broader challenges like attendance and AI.
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GCSE Formula Sheets Extended to 2030 Amid Curriculum Changes
The government has asked Ofqual to extend formula sheet provisions for GCSE maths and science exams until at least 2030, while planning a major curriculum revision that could reduce exam time.
Labour Extends Covid Exam Aids, Accused of Dumbing Down
Labour faces criticism for retaining Covid-era formula sheets in GCSE maths and science exams until at least 2030, with opponents claiming it lowers educational standards and harms disadvantaged pupils.
US Education Dept Sparks Controversy with Charlie Kirk Banner
The US Department of Education has ignited criticism by displaying a banner of far-right commentator Charlie Kirk alongside historical educators, drawing ire over his polarizing legacy.
Student Debt Write-Offs Double for Unfit Graduates
New data reveals the amount of student debt cancelled due to graduates being permanently unfit to work has doubled to £4 million annually, raising concerns about system abuse.
Plaid Cymru Leader: UK Union Finished, Celtic Bloc Proposed
Rhun ap Iorwerth says the 'old union' is finished and outlines vision for Welsh independence through new alliances like a Celtic bloc, rejecting separatist labels.
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Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury on Fence Over Daughter's Schooling
Molly-Mae Hague reveals she and Tommy Fury are uncertain about sending daughter Bambi to school, citing fears she might 'lose her spark' and discussing Catholic education and homeschooling options.
Ms Rachel's New Special Merges Education and Activism
Rachel Accurso's latest YouTube special, Learn With Ms Rachel, combines social skills lessons with a bold political message on Palestinian rights, sparking debate among parents and critics.
Viral Math Puzzle Divides Social Media: Solve 18 ÷ 3 - 3 ÷ 3
A simple arithmetic equation has sparked debate online as users struggle to recall school math rules. The puzzle tests knowledge of PEMDAS order of operations.
Teacher Uses Taylor Swift Lyrics to Revolutionise Poetry Lessons
Dr Iona Murphy explains how Taylor Swift's songwriting breaks down barriers in education, engaging disaffected students through literary analysis of her lyrics and cultural impact.
Labour's £5.8bn SEND Plan Unites Health and Education
Health Secretary Wes Streeting outlines Labour's ambitious reforms to special educational needs funding, promising no changes to existing support until at least 2030 while investing billions in early intervention.
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Student Loan Debate Erupts Over Tories and Labour Reform Plans
Political consensus demands action on England's student loan system, with Conservatives proposing interest rate cuts and Labour seeking fairness amid Martin Lewis's intervention.
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