Loughborough CCF Annual Review Marks 68 Years of Tradition
Loughborough Schools Foundation's Combined Cadet Force held its 68th Annual Review, featuring parades, drills, and skill demonstrations, celebrating cadet achievement and community spirit.
Category : Education
Teen with SEN overcomes anxiety to pursue animal career
A teenager with special educational needs who stopped attending school due to anxiety is now pursuing her dream career working with animals after joining a specialist provider.
Rare Attenborough Photo Shared by University of Leicester
The University of Leicester has released a rare photo of Sir David Attenborough from 1945, when he was a student. The image shows him with fellow students and staff, celebrating his 100th birthday.
Shire Oak Academy Shows Improvement After Ofsted Criticism
Ofsted returns to Shire Oak Academy in Walsall, noting improved attendance and behaviour after a new headteacher was appointed. The school was rated inadequate in January 2025.
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West Brom optimistic about Mikey Johnston's pre-season return
West Brom winger Mikey Johnston is expected to return fully fit for pre-season after recovering from a broken ankle. Head coach James Morrison confirmed Johnston's progress and readiness for training in late June.
Alumnus Returns to Edge Hill, Recalls Beatles Gig
Barrie Pollard, who studied at Edge Hill University in the 1960s, returned to campus and shared memories of student life, including seeing The Beatles perform.
Plans to Demolish Offices for New Special School in Wolverhampton
Council offices in Pendeford, Wolverhampton, could be demolished to build a new 120-pupil special school for Broadmeadow Special School, replacing its outdated facility.
Walsall School in High-Crime Area Among Best in Midlands
Reedswood E-ACT Primary Academy in Walsall, located in a deprived and high-crime area, received exceptional Ofsted ratings for achievement, leadership, and personal development.
Birmingham Primary School Named Midlands School of the Year
Lea Forest Primary Academy in Kitts Green has been named Midlands School of the Year by the Sunday Times, ranking 10th best primary in the UK out of around 20,000 schools.
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St Mary's Davyhulme Excels in New Ofsted Inspection
St Mary's in Davyhulme celebrates strong Ofsted results under new framework, achieving 'strong standard' in four areas and 'expected standard' in four others.
School Tea Party Rewards Top Attendance Pupils
Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood holds a termly tea party for pupils with 98%+ attendance, celebrating 200 children this term with sandwiches, cakes, and scones.
From Unemployment to Mental Health Nurse: Edge Hill Student's Story
Chelsey Oakes, 32, went from unemployment and low confidence to graduating as a mental health nurse, thanks to Edge Hill University's Fastrack programme.
SEND School Staff Get Weekly Training for Unique Needs
Woodend Farm School in Witham provides weekly training for staff to support pupils with autism, ADHD, and other needs, ensuring tailored education and a trauma-responsive approach.
WWII History Day at Larchwood Primary School
Year 4 pupils at Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood dressed in wartime outfits and worked with re-enactors for a full day of WWII-themed learning.
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Axolotls Become Unusual Classroom Pets at Mayflower High
Students at Mayflower High School in Billericay care for two axolotls, Marshmallow and Shadow, using them to learn about science concepts like gas exchange and adaptation.
Pontypool Teen Learns BSL at Coleg Gwent
Meghan Hillier, 18, learned British Sign Language at Coleg Gwent, transforming her education and social life. The college's Deaf Club and support services helped her connect with the Deaf community.
Doyle's Championship experience may aid Wolves
Tommy Doyle returns to Wolves after a Championship loan at Birmingham City, with his second-tier experience potentially valuable for Wolves' own Championship campaign next season.
Petition Against Walsall School Plan as 'Last Stand'
A petition has been launched against a £50m school development in Walsall's Reedswood Park, with residents feeling 'let down' by the democratic process.
Princess Kate to Mark Milestone with Italy Visit
Catherine, Princess of Wales will visit Italy next week for her first overseas royal trip since cancer treatment. The visit focuses on early childhood development.
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School's 'Come Dine With Me' Boosts Dinner Uptake
Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood sees nearly 100% parent participation in 'Come Dine With Me' events, leading to record numbers of children choosing school dinners.
Witham School Impresses Visitors with Autism Work
Chatten Free School in Witham hosted visiting school leaders from Kent and London, who praised its calm environment and pupil-centred approach for children with autism.
West Brom keeper O'Leary earns Ireland call after fine form
Max O'Leary has been rewarded for his strong performances at West Brom with an end-of-season call-up to the Republic of Ireland squad for a training camp and friendly against Grenada.
Hogarth Primary School Sees Record First-Choice Applications
Hogarth Primary School in Brentwood receives 27 first-choice applications for 30 Reception places, up from 22 last year, reflecting its transformation from Requires Improvement to Outstanding and Good Ofsted ratings.
Loughborough Grammar pupils win coding competition
Two Year 10 pupils from Loughborough Grammar School have won the Perse Coding Team Challenge, scoring a perfect 120 points and beating around 3,000 teams across the UK.
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Brentwood School Unveils New Welcoming Reception Area
Hogarth Primary School in Brentwood has transformed its reception area after being rated Good by Ofsted, following a period of improvement under new leadership.
West Brom's Souleyman Mandey: Debut and Morrison's Praise
Souleyman Mandey, a 20-year-old midfielder, made his senior debut for West Brom against Sheffield Wednesday. James Morrison praised his hard work and challenged him to push for more first-team action.
Schools Warn Parents of Fines from May for Term-Time Holidays
Parents face fines from headteachers as term-time holidays begin. Birmingham City Council issued 11,605 fines between May 2025 and January 2026.
Walsall school earns top Ofsted 'exceptional' ratings
Reedswood E-ACT Primary Academy in Walsall becomes the first West Midlands school to achieve 'exceptional' Ofsted ratings under the new inspection framework.
Jet2 only UK airline with fully funded pilot training
Jet2 is the only UK airline offering a fully funded pilot training programme, investing £100,000 per engineer, and calls on government to keep holidays affordable.
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Birmingham Primary Named School of the Year
Lea Forest Primary Academy in Kitts Green has been named Midlands School of the Year by The Sunday Times, ranking 10th nationally out of 20,000 schools.
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