London Teacher Banned for Child Abuse Images
Iain Saxton, a teacher at Woodford County High School in East London, has been indefinitely banned from teaching after admitting to sharing child abuse images on Telegram.
Category : Education
School Day Reveals Unsettling Learning Truths
Adrian Chiles recounts his experience leading a Deep Learning Day at a Birmingham secondary school, discovering exhausting realities about education and retention rates.
National Year of Reading 2026 Launches to Tackle Literacy
The UK government launches the National Year of Reading 2026 with £27.5m library funding. Author Malorie Blackman backs the campaign to address declining reading enjoyment among children.
Quarter of Reception Pupils Not Toilet Trained, Survey Finds
A new survey reveals one in four children in England start school without basic toilet training, with teachers reporting declining school readiness across multiple regions.
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South London Children's Home Rated Outstanding by Ofsted
A Southwark Council-run children's home in South London has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted, with inspectors praising the exceptional care provided to children with social and emotional difficulties.
School Readiness Crisis: Kids Swipe Books Like Phones
A new survey finds over a third of children are not school ready, with many unable to use books correctly or perform basic life skills independently.
UCAS Fee Waiver for Care Leavers Announced
UCAS will remove the £28.95 application fee for care leavers starting university in Autumn 2027, aiming to close the higher education participation gap.
Lords Back Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The House of Lords has voted to support a ban on social media for children under 16, with a majority of 111. The move follows calls from campaigners and medical professionals.
City & Guilds Privatisation Under Scrutiny
The privatisation of City & Guilds faces investigations as concerns grow over executive bonuses, job offshoring, and potential narrowing of student qualification options.
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Philip Pacey: Librarian, Poet and Art Library Pioneer
Tribute to Philip Pacey, the influential art librarian, editor and poet who helped shape art librarianship and believed poetry was a tool for living.
Kilburn Library Reopens After £1.14m Refurbishment
Kilburn Library in Brent reopens on February 2 after a £1.14 million renovation addressing structural issues. The Victorian building now features digital zones, study spaces, and a modern children's area.
Special Needs Education Costs to Double by 2028
Government spending on special educational needs in England is projected to double between 2015 and 2028, squeezing mainstream school funding and prompting urgent calls for reform.
US Humanities Face Existential Crisis Amid University Cuts
Students at Montclair State University held a symbolic funeral for humanities departments, protesting restructuring plans. Across the US, programmes face cuts driven by budget pressures and a shift towards market-driven education.
Kings Cross Could Create 20,000 New High-Value Jobs
The life sciences hub around Kings Cross and Euston is poised for explosive growth, potentially generating £3.5bn and 20,000 new jobs, rivalling Boston's Kendall Square. Discover the story behind the UK's next innovation powerhouse.
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Londoners Struggle with School Fee VAT as Bursaries Fall Short
The VAT on private school fees is disproportionately impacting London families. High property values exclude them from means-tested bursaries, forcing many to consider remortgaging or pulling children out. Discover the financial solutions emerging.
Schoolgirl, 11, finds body on school field in Wolverhampton
An 11-year-old girl at Smestow Academy made a shocking discovery of a man's body during PE. Police are investigating the unexplained death. Read the full story.
UK ditches foreign student target for overseas hubs strategy
The UK government has abandoned its target for international student numbers, pivoting to a new strategy aiming for £40bn in 'education exports' via overseas campuses by 2030.
UK Consults on Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The UK government launches a consultation on banning under-16s from social media and issues tougher guidance for phone-free schools in England. Read the latest details.
Government Launches Under-16s Social Media Ban Consultation
Ministers launch consultation on banning under-16s from social media and issue tougher school phone guidance. Explore the new proposals and political pressures.
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Sussex 'school' under fire over children posing with guns
A controversial Sussex 'school' faces intense scrutiny after photos emerge of young children handling weapons. Founder defends curriculum amid Ofsted ban. Read the full investigation.
Ombudsman orders Croydon Council apology over EHCP delay
A watchdog found Croydon Council missed a legal deadline on an autistic boy's Education, Health and Care Plan, causing his mother distress. Read the full investigation details.
London February Half Term 2026 Dates Confirmed
Plan your February 2026 half term in London. Get the official school holiday dates and discover top family activities, from the Young V&A's Aardman exhibition to the Southbank Centre's Imagine Festival.
Man's body found in Wolverhampton school grounds
Police are investigating after a man's body was discovered on the premises of Smestow Academy in Wolverhampton. Pupils made the grim find while preparing for PE.
A Childhood Lost in Unregulated US Homeschooling
A memoir reveals the dark side of unregulated homeschooling in 1990s Texas, where a child's isolation went unchecked for years. Read the powerful story of escape and its implications for millions today.
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Epstein used university promises to lure victims, survivors say
Multiple survivors of Jeffrey Epstein detail how the financier used offers of scholarships and admission to top universities to ensnare and control them, as a US congressional inquiry investigates.
Astronomers aim to capture first moving image of a black hole
Cambridge scientists lead a global effort to film a supermassive black hole in action, a feat that could transform our understanding of the universe. Discover the ambitious project's goals.
Eddie Izzard's French Comedy Inspired My EU Career
A Scottish teen's cultural awakening after watching Eddie Izzard's 'Dress to Kill' in French led to multilingualism and a job with the European Commission in Brussels. Discover the power of comedic language learning.
The Kids' Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with Junior Brainteasers
Molly Oldfield's children's quiz challenges your knowledge with questions set by kids. Submit your own brainteaser and explore her family-friendly books and podcast.
Utah Valley University President Astrid Tuminez to Step Down
Astrid Tuminez, President of Utah Valley University, announces her resignation for May 2025. Her tenure was marked by growth, personal tragedy, and the campus murder of Charlie Kirk.
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Home schooling rises 15% amid SEND and mental health concerns
New DfE data reveals over 175,000 children were home educated in 2024/25. Experts link the rise to insufficient school support for mental health and special educational needs. Discover the key findings and expert reactions.
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