Geoffrey Keating, Educator and Historian, Dies at 89
Geoffrey Keating, a renowned educator and historian who transformed history teaching in schools, has died aged 89. His innovative methods inspired generations.
Category : Education Policy
Teachers and Burnout: Survivorship Bias Hides Crisis
A former teacher shares insight into teacher burnout, arguing survivorship bias hides the real crisis. She calls for flexible work and better leadership.
Unfair childcare criteria and the ‘nerd tax’ for PhDs
PhD students miss out on £8,000 childcare support due to narrow income definitions, forcing some to consider quitting their studies.
UK Millennials: Share Your Experience of Getting Older
If you're a millennial aged 31-45, tell us about your experiences with UK healthcare, housing, income, and your thoughts on aging in the UK.
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15 Students Killed in Kenya Boarding School Fire
A fire at Utumishi Girls School in central Kenya killed at least 15 students as they slept early Wednesday. The cause is unknown, and search teams are deployed.
52,000 Graduates Share Loan Horror Stories with MPs
Over 52,000 people responded to a Treasury committee inquiry into student loans, with 92% calling interest rates and repayment terms unreasonable, amid growing pressure for reform.
Goldsmiths Students Allege Campus Ban Threat Over Protest
Goldsmiths students say they were threatened with a campus ban during a 32-day library occupation against staff redundancies, as the university faces £22m cuts.
Manchester Uni to Offer Work Placements to All Undergraduates
The University of Manchester will guarantee work placements for all undergraduates, aiming to boost employability and bridge the skills gap.
NT Remote School Closures Face Legal Challenge
A legal challenge has been launched against the NT government's decision to close remote schools, citing inadequate consultation and impact on Indigenous communities.
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Nurseries Charge Extra Fees Over Funding Gap
Campaigners say nurseries in England are charging parents extra fees for consumables to cover government underfunding of free childcare hours, with some paying thousands annually.
UK Universities Warn of Cuts to Hardship Support
Nearly a third of UK vice-chancellors may cut hardship funding for students as financial pressures mount, risking access for disadvantaged groups and widening inequality.
Study on Head Blows in Women's Rugby
A pioneering study aims to understand how repeated head impacts in women's rugby affect brain health, using advanced imaging and cognitive tests.
Adrian Chiles' Failsafe Method for the Nine Times Table
Adrian Chiles shares a clever trick for mastering the nine times table, which many children find hardest. His simple hand method makes nines easy.
Harvard Faculty Votes to Cap A Grades at 20%
Harvard College will limit A grades to 20% of students starting fall 2027, aiming to curb grade inflation and restore academic integrity.
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Best Toys and Gifts for Four-Year-Olds: 22 Favorites
Discover 22 road-tested toys and gifts for four-year-olds, from puzzles and mud kitchens to electronic pets, chosen by kids and parents.
HMRC Urges Parents: Check Child Benefit for £1,400
HMRC encourages parents to verify if they qualify for Child Benefit worth over £1,400 annually. Payments can continue beyond age 16 if the child is in approved education or training.
Budget Misses Chance to Fix Unfair Uni Fees for Young
Despite focusing on intergenerational equity, the federal budget failed to address the unfair Job-Ready Graduates scheme, which imposes $52,000 degrees on young Australians.
Send Reforms at Risk from Academic Focus, School Leaders Say
Headteachers warn that the government's emphasis on academic attainment conflicts with proposed Send reforms, creating perverse incentives that penalise inclusive schools.
Dangers of Pupil Images on School Websites
New research highlights risks of publishing student photos online, including privacy violations and potential misuse by predators.
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Walthamstow Teachers Strike Over Funding Cuts
Teachers at Henry Maynard Primary School strike over funding cuts and staff restructure. Parents and union criticize unfair funding compared to inner London boroughs.
Ofsted Flags Disadvantaged Pupil Underperformance at Trinity School
Ofsted found Trinity Church of England School in Belvedere needs improvement, with only 9.1% of disadvantaged pupils achieving grade 5 in English and Maths GCSE, well below the national average.
Letters: Weighing the Value of Sats and Other Views
Readers discuss Sats exams, double-decker buses, northern prime ministers, language misuse, and a deer in a department store.
Chelsea Flower Show 2026: Sensory Garden for All
The 2026 Chelsea Flower Show features an accessible sensory garden designed by Sightsavers, offering an inclusive experience for visitors with visual impairments and other disabilities.
UK to Lead Global SEND Alliance for Education Reform
The UK will lead a new international alliance to improve education for special needs children, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announced at the Education World Forum.
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School is mandatory, so sport should be too
Ruth Daniels argues for mandatory school sport to build lifelong habits, while Jane Hall shares traumatic PE memories from the 1980s. Letters on physical activity in schools.
Oasis Academy Putney Set to Close in July
Oasis Academy Putney, a South London primary school opened in 2017, is set to close in July due to falling pupil numbers, with government backing for the plans.
Teacher Dies in Front of GCSE Students at Kings' School
A female teacher collapsed and died at Kings' School in Winchester as pupils prepared for GCSE exams, leading to a lockdown and early dismissal.
Childminder Numbers Halve in England
Childminder numbers in England have halved over a decade due to costs, low pay, and paperwork. Families face childcare shortages. Share your story.
Two-Thirds Support Esports Education in UK Schools
A new survey reveals 66% of Britons believe schools should teach esports and digital skills, highlighting growing recognition of the industry's economic potential.
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Mother Prosecuted Over Son's School Absence Due to Sibling Care
Sinead Hegarty faces prosecution after Ealing Council issued a school attendance order for her son Shay, who missed 8 months of school due to complex sibling care needs.
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