Manchester teachers strike over pupil violence
Teachers at two Greater Manchester primary schools begin a nine-day strike, declaring an emergency over 'almost daily' assaults by pupils. Parents express shock as union cites a 'culture of violence'.
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Cambridge College's Private School Recruitment Policy
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, will target elite private schools for student recruitment, sparking accusations of 'reverse discrimination' and a 'slap in the face' for state-educated pupils. Read the full story.
Manchester primary school teachers strike over pupil violence
Teachers at two Greater Manchester primary schools are on strike, claiming assaults by pupils have become 'almost daily'. Read the full story on the safety crisis in education.
School closure rules for snow and cold temperatures explained
As snow disrupts UK schools, we explain the legal temperature rules for closures and what parents should expect. Stay informed on the latest weather warnings.
Teens Reading Fewer Full Novels: A Crisis in Education
A worrying trend sees schools abandoning full novels for excerpts, risking students' academic and personal development. Discover the causes and why we must act to restore a love of reading.
Why teachers say 'six-seven' craze is healthy for pupils
Educators argue that harmless trends like the 'six-seven' phrase are crucial for social development and classroom connection. Discover why shared silliness fosters learning, not idiocy.
Children Aged Five Addicted to Porn, Study Reveals
Exclusive research shows UK children are being exposed to pornography at an increasingly young age, with some developing addictions. Experts and survivors call for urgent action from parents and schools.
Huge rise in A&E visits for coughs and colds
New NHS figures show a tenfold increase in A&E visits for minor ailments like coughs and blocked noses, piling pressure on emergency services. Experts call for better access to primary care. Read the full analysis.
Huge Rise in A&E Visits for Minor Ailments Like Coughs
Millions in England are turning to overwhelmed A&E departments for minor conditions like coughs and hiccups, as data reveals a near tenfold surge, highlighting a critical failure in primary care access.
Teacher: 'Six-Seven' trend is an embrace of idiocy
A Reading primary school teacher argues the viral 'six-seven' phrase fosters mindlessness, not hope, and warns against blindly following social media trends. Read his full critique.
City AM's 7 Most Provocative Debates of 2025
From Britain's work ethic to the assisted dying bill and Lime bikes, we revisit the seven most thought-provoking debates that defined 2025. Read the verdicts.
Massie Uses Trump's 'Lowlife' Insult to Raise Campaign Funds
Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie turns Donald Trump's Christmas Day verbal attack into a fundraising rallying cry for his 2026 primary battle against a Trump-endorsed rival. Read the latest US political clash.
Stefanik Withdraws from New York Governor Race
Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor, citing family reasons. Discover the political implications and who remains in the race.
New Plan to Tackle Misogyny in English Schools
The UK government has announced a new strategy to combat misogyny in English schools, including mandatory training and updated guidance. Read the full details and analysis here.
£550m Plan to Tackle Toxic Masculinity in Schools
A new government strategy will see pupils as young as 11 sent on behaviour courses covering deepfakes and online abuse. Critics question the long-term funding.
UK Plan Tackles Deepfake Porn and Toxic Masculinity
A new UK initiative aims to combat deepfake pornography and harmful masculinity norms through education. Experts warn of a growing crisis affecting young people. Learn more about the proposed solutions.
Government publishes delayed Violence Against Women strategy
The government's long-awaited Violence Against Women and Girls strategy is published, focusing on prevention in schools. Jess Phillips admits delays but claims a more ambitious plan.
East London primary school to close due to falling pupil numbers
Calverton Primary School in Newham will close next year after a council vote. The decision follows a £1.1m budget deficit driven by declining pupil rolls, sparking parent protests.
Teachers trained to spot early signs of misogyny in boys
A new £20m government strategy aims to halve violence against women and girls in a decade. Teachers will be trained to identify and challenge misogynistic attitudes in schools.
New £20m strategy trains teachers to spot misogyny in boys
The government unveils a £20m package to train teachers in identifying early signs of misogyny and teaching healthy relationships, aiming to halve violence against women and girls within a decade.
Schools to teach healthy relationships to tackle misogyny
All secondary schools in England will teach about healthy relationships and consent as part of a £20m government strategy aiming to halve violence against women and girls within a decade.
Schools to teach healthy relationships to stop abuse
The government announces a new strategy, backed by £20 million, mandating healthy relationship lessons in all secondary schools in England to tackle misogyny and prevent violence against women and girls.
New Strategy to Tackle Misogyny in Schools and Halve VAWG
The government unveils a long-awaited strategy to halve violence against women and girls. It includes teacher training, tackling online harms, and £550m for victims. Read the full plan.
Obituary: Poet and educator Patricia Robson dies aged 83
Tributes are paid to Patricia Robson, a dedicated teacher, published poet, and passionate Remainer, who has died aged 83. Discover her remarkable legacy in education and the arts.
Guardian's Hope Appeal raises over £350k for UK charities
The Guardian's 2025 Hope appeal has raised more than £350,000 for charities tackling division and racism in UK communities. Discover how these funds will support vital work.
Queen Elizabeth's School Tops London State School Ranking
Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet is named the UK's best state secondary in The Times 2025 Parent Power guide. Discover the full top 10 list for London and see how these schools excel without tuition fees.
John Sutter, Head of King's College Maths School, Dies at 59
Tributes pour in for John Sutter, the visionary founding head of King's College London Mathematics School, who has died aged 59. Discover his legacy in maths education.
London primary school gets zero food safety rating
A South London primary school has been given a food hygiene rating of zero. Inspectors found major improvements were needed, but the school says the issue was isolated and has been fixed.
Bradford charity links diverse schools to build empathy
The Linking Network charity connects children from different backgrounds in Bradford, fostering lifelong understanding. See how their work, born from the 2001 riots, is creating hope.
James Graham's 'The Fatal Punch' Grips Young Audiences on Tour
James Graham's powerful new play 'The Fatal Punch' is touring UK schools, engaging younger audiences with its story of a single act of violence. Discover how theatre is tackling urgent social issues.
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