London Teacher Avoids Ban Over Pupil Contact

A South London teacher, Andrew Hardwick, faced a misconduct panel for hugging pupils and messaging them on social media while working in Vietnam. Discover the full story and the panel's decision.

Special needs services face collapse in England

England's special educational needs services are at breaking point as demand surges. Experts warn proper funding and transparency are urgently needed to protect vulnerable children's rights.

Autistic child left without school for 9 months

Croydon Council failed to provide legally required support to an autistic child, leaving them without education for nine months. The Ombudsman ordered compensation and systemic changes.

New 50-place SEND school for North London

Brent Council reveals a new 50-place SEND primary school for Preston Park as part of a 212-place expansion to tackle rising demand and cut costly out-of-borough placements.

Headteacher sacked for leaving alcohol near pupils

A former headmistress has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after storing alcohol in her office, which was used by vulnerable SEND pupils. Discover the full details of the misconduct case.

US Cuts 38 Universities from Research Over DEI

The US State Department plans to suspend 38 elite universities, including Harvard and Yale, from its Diplomacy Lab research partnership due to their diversity hiring practices. Discover the full list and implications.

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