Birmingham nursery head absent in 'internal process'
The executive headteacher of two Birmingham nursery schools is absent as the council conducts a confidential internal process. Both schools remain open.
The executive headteacher of two Birmingham nursery schools is absent as the council conducts a confidential internal process. Both schools remain open.
Find out when to watch Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 on ITV. All details for the live streams on 6th & 7th Dec and the TV highlights on 13th Dec.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 crowns the West Midlands' top state, independent, and comprehensive schools based on latest exam results. Discover which local schools excelled.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has ranked the top secondary schools in the West Midlands for 2026. Discover which schools in Birmingham, Solihull, and Stratford made the prestigious lists.
Year 8-10 students from Mayflower High School in Billericay excelled at a French netball tournament, gaining professional coaching and building team spirit. Discover their inspiring journey.
The Department for Education has broken its silence on a controversial £50m free school in Walsall, defending its process after criticism from MP Valerie Vaz. Read the full story.
DWP minister Stephen Timms has ruled out a state pension-level income for terminally ill people under 66, but outlined existing fast-track benefit support. Learn about the Special Rules for End of Life.
A group of 40 GCSE Spanish students from Mayflower High School in Billericay have returned from a four-day immersive trip to Murcia, Spain. The 'no English' rule saw their confidence and language skills soar ahead of April exams.
Dudley Council faces a £56m SEND funding black hole despite a national budget change. Discover the local crisis and what the future holds for special needs provision.
Dudley Council awaits answers on a £56m SEND funding deficit despite a new national policy. The financial 'bomb' could still push the authority towards effective bankruptcy. Read the latest.
City of Wolverhampton Council approves £2.6m to expand Colton Hills Community School, creating 79 new Year 7 places by 2027 to cope with significant local demand.
St Alphege CE School in Solihull achieves top Ofsted rating just years after being told to improve. Discover how leadership and community transformed this West Midlands school.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet is now just £64.99 for Black Friday, saving 57%. Includes a one-year Amazon Kids+ subscription and durable case. Perfect Christmas gift.
Tesco's Fruit & Veg for Schools initiative, now supporting over 500 schools, is hailed as 'life-changing' for improving children's health, concentration, and behaviour in disadvantaged areas.
Walsall MP Valerie Vaz questions the controversial Reedswood Park free school project, citing accessibility issues and a 'covid VIP lane' selection process. Discover why this £50m investment faces local opposition.
Congleton High School in Cheshire is closed for a deep clean following a flu-like illness outbreak causing high student absences. Remote learning is in place.
Alconbury C of E Primary School receives a £1,500 donation from David Wilson Homes to fund its new forest school area, enhancing outdoor learning for pupils.
A 15-year-old boy has tragically died after becoming unwell on a school bus in Dunfermline. Police are investigating the unexplained death as the school offers support.
Endeavour School in Brentwood faces disruption as a DfE construction project fails. MP Alex Burghart vows to intervene. Support local festive businesses.
Royal Mail warns UK households to post early for Christmas 2025. Key deadlines for 1st Class, 2nd Class, and Special Delivery revealed. Don't miss the last posting dates!
West Midlands Police spent an estimated £2 million on policing the Aston Villa vs Maccabi Tel Aviv match. The PCC is now demanding a government refund. Discover the full story.
All Saints star Melanie Blatt is the second celebrity confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special. She will be partnered with pro dancer Kai Widdrington.
Strictly Come Dancing viewers are demanding an All Stars series after former finalists Layton Williams, Ashley Roberts, Jay McGuiness and Danny Mac made a spectacular return. No one was eliminated this week.
Royal expert Jennie Bond reveals Prince George's secondary school for 2026 is likely decided. Discover how Kate Middleton balances royal duties with parenting.
Scarlett Moffatt is the first celebrity confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Christmas special. Get the full cast list and festive details here.
Strictly Come Dancing faces a new injury crisis as Alex Kingston performs with a dislocated rib, following La Voix's exit. Will she continue?
Four former Strictly Come Dancing finalists are making a special comeback for the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom results show. Find out who's returning and what they had to say.
Strictly Come Dancing's Blackpool special sees only six couples compete after La Voix's injury. Bookies tip Balvinder Sopal as the favourite to be eliminated. Read the latest odds and news.
Strictly Come Dancing reveals Scarlett Moffatt as the first celebrity for its 2025 Christmas special. She'll be dancing with pro Vito Coppola. Find out more!
The beloved cast of Channel 4's Peep Show are reuniting for the first time since 2015 for a festive Great British Bake Off special. Don't miss this Christmas treat!