Smith's Wood Academy in Solihull has achieved the title of England's most improved school, with Ofsted inspectors reporting key areas like leadership and behaviour now meeting expected standards after a remarkable turnaround from an 'inadequate' rating.
Thousands of students are opting for structured revision courses ahead of GCSE and A-level exams, with platforms like MyEdSpace offering live lessons and exam insights. Parents weigh independent study against guided support for better outcomes.
Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy in Burton is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a tea party and Mass. An ex-pupil who has worked there for over 30 years shares fond memories of the school's history and community spirit.
A primary school in Lancashire was placed in lockdown after a suspicious man approached the reception and ran onto the field, climbing a fence. Police detained him, and some pupils were left upset.
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Chase High School in Westcliff-on-Sea has been removed from special measures after an Ofsted inspection praised its progress in attendance, behaviour, inclusion, leadership, and personal development.
Market Field College in Clacton-on-Sea has doubled the employment rate for its students with moderate learning difficulties, from 20% to 42%, through skill-building and partnerships with 70 local employers.
Labour invests £18 million to restore playgrounds and expand school nurseries, cutting childcare costs and supporting families in Dover and across England.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has announced a comprehensive review of free childcare eligibility thresholds, including the £100,000 income cap that has been frozen since 2017.
Smith's Wood Academy in Solihull has undergone a dramatic transformation, becoming England's most improved school after being in special measures just three years ago.
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The 33-storey Crown Place, Birmingham's tallest student accommodation building, has completed its £85 million development. It offers 814 beds and extensive amenities for university attendees.
Waseley Hills High School in Rubery, Birmingham, closed on March 23, 2026, due to an ongoing incident involving reports of a man with a knife, as confirmed by police and school authorities.
Two schools in Rubery were placed on lockdown after reports of a man with a knife, but police confirmed it was a construction worker safely disposing of scissors found outside.
A teacher at a £30,000-a-year boarding school has been banned indefinitely after repeatedly telling a pupil 'I love you' and sending inappropriate messages.
Sarah Hardy shares her story of her son John being radicalised by far-right extremists, offering crucial advice for parents on spotting signs and seeking help to prevent similar cases.
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Five Birmingham schools have been recognized in a national ranking of the best state secondary schools in the UK, highlighting educational excellence in the region.
Several schools in the West Midlands have been awarded the new 'strong standard' rating by Ofsted following a major overhaul of the inspection system that replaces one-word judgments with detailed area assessments.
A Birmingham student describes the panic and disruption after a meningitis outbreak at her university in Kent, with her parents making an eight-hour trip to bring her home.
Time for Change Kids secures £30,000 from Essex County Council to create 60 new wraparound childcare places and enrichment activities for school-aged children, including those with SEND.
Virgin Media O2 urges parents to check eligibility for a £12.50 broadband social tariff as exam season approaches, with research showing 80% of parents see internet as more crucial for education than two years ago.
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Pupils at Lifton Community Academy are enjoying new chicks that arrived during British Science Week, providing hands-on animal experiences, life cycle education, and responsibility development, especially benefiting nurture groups and SEND pupils.
Saint Paul's Catholic High School in Manchester has secured a £1,500 grant from Tesco's Stronger Starts vote to build a shelter in its sensory garden, enabling year-round use by students for social, emotional, and educational benefits.
Welsh higher education institutions are struggling with deficits, falling student numbers, and governance issues. Experts warn that without a coherent national strategy, Wales risks losing a vital national asset that supports local economies and trains es
Edge Hill University has been nominated in two categories at the Educate North Awards 2026. The Faculty of Education is recognized for mental health initiatives, while the School of Law and Criminal Justice is up for Law School of the Year.
A primary school teacher from Edisford Primary School in Clitheroe has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after admitting to sending sexually explicit content from school premises while children were present.
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A Dudley councillor, father of an autistic boy, protested at council headquarters over Education, Health and Care Plan delays and poor communication affecting special needs children.
The UK Foreign Office has updated travel advice for 33 countries, including Belarus, Singapore, and Australia, due to escalating Middle East tensions causing widespread flight disruptions.
The Department for Work and Pensions has introduced an immediate cap on new starts for defunded apprenticeships to prevent a surge in recruitment, with specific rules for providers lacking recent activity.
Several Birmingham schools are closing on March 19 and 20, 2026, to allow pupils and staff to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan. A list of confirmed closures includes Bordesley Green Girls' College and Ark Boulton Academy.
Monmouthshire County Council has launched a youth-focused survey to gather feedback from 8-16 year olds on library services, aiming to improve spaces, resources, and activities for young readers and learners.
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Cyngor Gwynedd's nearly £4 million centre in Dolgellau will offer training, community resources, and supported-living, with an official opening planned for summer 2026.
