Stow Heath Primary School in Willenhall set for demolition
Plans submitted to demolish and replace 'poor condition' Stow Heath Primary School in Willenhall with a modern facility, including a new SEND unit, by September 2028. Read the full details.
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Birmingham's 15 Hardest Primary Schools to Get Into
New data reveals the Birmingham primary schools with the lowest first-choice offer rates. Discover the most sought-after schools as the application deadline passes.
Haslingden High School Teams Win Borough Athletics Titles
Year 7 girls and Year 8 boys from Haslingden High School have won their borough athletics competitions and will represent Rossendale in the county finals in Blackpool this March. Read their inspiring stories.
Ofsted's New School Inspection System Takes Effect
Ofsted has abolished its controversial one-word school ratings, introducing a detailed 'report card' system from January 2026. Discover how this change aims to provide a fairer picture for parents and schools.
Leasowes High School closed due to burst water main
Leasowes High School in Halesowen has closed for the second time in days after a burst pipe caused a complete loss of water. Pupils were sent home for health and safety reasons.
£1,500 Donation for Cavendish Primary Playground
Barratt Homes has donated £1,500 to Cavendish Community Primary School's PTA in West Didsbury to fund a new outdoor stage and amphitheatre. The project will create an inclusive learning space for all pupils.
Midlands Schools in UK Top 50: Sunday Times List
Six Midlands secondary schools have been ranked among the UK's top 50 in the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which grammar and private schools made the prestigious list.
Birmingham school locks toilets, sparks parent fury
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
Caretaker secretly filmed girls at West Bridgford School
A 'trusted' Midlands school caretaker has admitted voyeurism after pupils spotted a phone above a changing room door. Joshua Snow's case has been sent to crown court for sentencing.
Man charged over fatal Kings Heath hit-and-run
A 50-year-old man faces multiple charges after a fatal hit-and-run collision on Highters Heath Lane in Birmingham. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Birmingham Schools Close After Heavy Snowfall
Heavy snow from Storm Goretti forces widespread school closures across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Get the latest list of affected schools and travel updates.
Full list of Black Country school closures due to snow
Heavy snowfall from Storm Goretti has led to widespread school closures across the Black Country for Friday, January 9. Find the full, updated list of affected schools here.
Birmingham School Closures: Friday Snow Warning
An amber weather warning for snow and ice threatens widespread disruption across the West Midlands on Friday, January 9. Check if your child's school is closed using the official government tool.
Storm Goretti Closes Black Country Schools: Full List
Multiple schools across the Black Country will be closed on Friday, January 9, due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. See the full list of closures and delayed starts here.
West Midlands Schools Shut as Storm Goretti Hits
Multiple schools across Birmingham and the West Midlands are closed Friday due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. Get the latest list of closures and safety updates here.
£20m New School for Oldbury as 70-Year-Old Building Fails
Sandwell Council plans a new £20m Passivhaus school in Brandhall Village to replace the structurally failing Causeway Green Primary. The 70-year-old building is the borough's worst. Read the latest.
All Brentwood Trust Schools Rated Good or Outstanding
Discovery Educational Trust in Brentwood celebrates a milestone as all its schools achieve Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings, transforming former struggling schools. Read the inspiring turnaround story.
Petition for traffic lights at Birmingham primary school
Nearly 180 people have signed a petition urging Birmingham City Council to install traffic lights outside City Road Primary School in Edgbaston to improve child safety on the busy Cavendish Road.
Petition for Traffic Lights at Birmingham School on Rat-Run
Parents demand Birmingham City Council install traffic lights at City Road Primary School's entrance on Cavendish Road, citing dangerous peak-hour traffic and risk of a 'preventable tragedy'.
Police Shame Drivers for Dangerous School Parking
West Midlands Police issue tickets and shame drivers for 'inconsiderate and dangerous' parking on school zigzags in Halesowen, warning it puts lives at risk. Read the full story.
UK School Closures List for Wednesday Due to Snow
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closed on Wednesday, 7th January 2026, due to severe snow and ice. Check the full list of closures in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and England.
Staffordshire school closures due to snow - full list
Dozens of schools across Staffordshire are closed on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, due to dangerous snow and ice. Check the full list of closures and the council's safety criteria here.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School relaunches acting courses
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announces new foundation courses one year after pausing undergraduate training. Applications close March 26 for a September start.
Alder Coppice Primary 'rocked' by staff death
Alder Coppice Primary School in Sedgley is grieving the unexpected death of beloved site manager David Haycock. The school plans a special commemoration. Read the full story.
School meal price rise sparks fury across UK
Outrage as school meal prices rise for the first time in nine years, hitting families in Northern Ireland and England. Experts warn of a 'massive negative impact' on children's health and education.
Government rejects four-day school week petition
Children's Minister Josh MacAlister has dismissed calls for a four-day school week in England, warning it would harm learning and put pressure on families. Read the full response.
Erdington Hall Primary Pupils Beat National SATs Average
Erdington Hall Primary School celebrates as 63% of Year 6 pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, surpassing both local and national averages. Discover the school's winning formula.
Nuneaton School Closed After Major Cyber Attack
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains shut after a targeted hack crippled its IT systems. Pupils get extra days off as technicians work to restore security. Read for updates.
Black Country Schools Shut Due to Snow
Multiple primary schools and a college in the Black Country are closed or delayed on Monday, January 5, 2026, due to hazardous snow and ice. Check the latest updates for parents.
Nuneaton school shut for days after cyber attack
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains closed after a cyber attack crippled its IT systems. Pupils face at least two extra days off. Read the latest updates.
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