School Trust CEO Steps Down After Financial Trouble and Strikes
Richard Gill, CEO of the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership, has formally resigned following a financial crisis that led to teacher strikes and a £9 million debt.
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Teacher Faces Ban After Naked Walk in Hebburn
Andrew Peacock, a maths teacher, accepted a police caution after being seen naked on Ellison Street. A disciplinary hearing found his actions may bring the profession into disrepute.
Birmingham Parents Ignore School Rules, Thousands Fined
Thousands of Birmingham parents continue to take children out of school for term-time holidays despite increased fines, with 11,605 penalties issued in nine months.
First Midlands School Gets Ofsted 'Exceptional' Rating
Goldsmith Primary Academy in Walsall becomes the first West Midlands school to receive Ofsted's new 'exceptional' grade, achieving top marks in three key areas under the revamped inspection system.
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Arthur Terry Trust Debt Hits £9 Million with DfE Deadline
The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership reveals a £9 million deficit, with DfE loans and strict conditions. A six-stage plan aims to avoid compulsory redundancies while addressing financial pressures.
Free Music Teaching Conference for Birmingham Schools
A complimentary conference for Birmingham school music teachers will focus on networking, sharing ideas, and supporting children's musical journeys from primary to secondary education.
Free Breakfast Clubs Expand to 1,250 West Midlands Schools
Over 500 new free breakfast clubs will launch across West Midlands schools in April 2026, joining existing schemes to serve 300,000+ children daily before lessons.
School Mourns PE Teacher After Sudden Death
Outwood Academy Hemsworth pays tribute to Iain Booker, a cornerstone teacher who died suddenly from a brain injury after nearly three decades of service.
Pupils Develop Financial Skills at HSBC Workshops
Pupils at Four Dwellings Primary Academy in Quinton have gained essential financial literacy through interactive HSBC workshops, learning about earning, saving, spending and budgeting through engaging activities.
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Birmingham Schools to Launch Free Breakfast Clubs in April
Over 500 new free breakfast clubs will open in Birmingham schools in April 2026, expanding the programme to 1,250 schools and supporting over 300,000 children across England.
10-Year-Old Marcos Becomes Headteacher for a Day at Brentwood School
A Year 5 pupil at Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood won a raffle to become headteacher for a day, taking on duties from gate welcomes to Spanish lessons.
Birmingham and West Midlands School Photos from the 70s and 80s
A nostalgic journey through vintage photographs capturing school life in Birmingham and the West Midlands during the 1970s and 1980s, showcasing classrooms, playgrounds, and daily routines.
Birmingham & West Midlands School Photos: 70s & 80s Nostalgia
Step back in time with a collection of vintage photographs showcasing school life in Birmingham and the West Midlands during the 1970s and 1980s. These nostalgic images capture classrooms, playgrounds, and daily routines from a bygone educational era.
Discipline Coach Motivates Billericay Students for Mocks
Former American footballer Jim Roberson, known as the Discipline Coach, captivated Year 11 pupils at Mayflower High School in Billericay during a special Revision Week, offering vital strategies to boost exam performance and motivation.
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Free Breakfast Clubs for 300,000 Children
Over 300,000 children will receive free breakfast clubs from April, saving parents £450 annually. The government urges more primary schools to apply.
Union Hails Deal Saving Teachers' Jobs in Midlands Trust
The National Education Union has secured an agreement with Arthur Terry Learning Partnership, ending strikes and protecting staff from compulsory redundancies while increasing school funding.
Teacher Banned for Drinking Alcohol in Classroom
A primary school teacher from Nottingham has been banned indefinitely from teaching after being found drinking alcohol during lessons and under the influence while working with pupils.
Free Breakfast Clubs Launch in West Midlands Schools
Over 49,000 children across the West Midlands will benefit from free breakfast clubs starting in April, with 84 new schools joining the government's 'Best Start' initiative to improve attendance and support families.
First West Midlands School Gets Ofsted 'Exceptional' Rating
Goldsmith Primary Academy in Walsall becomes the first school in the West Midlands to receive Ofsted's new 'exceptional' rating under the revamped inspection system.
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School Trust's Missing Millions: iPads and Dubai Trips Questioned
The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership has paused job cuts after strikes, but faces questions over £10m debt, staff trips to Dubai, and iPads for all pupils as it seeks financial recovery.
Chesterfield School Becomes Regional Behaviour Hub
Hollingwood Primary School in Chesterfield has been selected by the Department for Education's RISE programme to serve as an Attendance and Behaviour Hub for the East Midlands region.
Union Hails Victory as ATLP Redundancies Stopped and Strikes End
The National Education Union declares victory after a nine-day strike across 20 Midlands schools ends with redundancies paused and leadership changes at the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership.
Midlands Teacher Strike Called Off After Agreement
The National Education Union and Arthur Terry Learning Partnership have reached a deal to end industrial action, pausing redundancies and reopening all schools.
ATLP CEO Steps Down as School Strikes Continue
Richard Gill, chief executive of the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership, has taken a leave of absence while industrial action closes 20 schools across the Midlands.
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Parents Divided Over Teacher Strikes Impacting Education
West Midlands parents express mixed views as ongoing teacher strikes cause school closures, with concerns over children's anxiety and exam preparation amid the dispute.
Sefton School of the Year 2026 Awards Launched
The search is on for Sefton's outstanding schools, with the 2026 School of the Year Award focusing on community support and educational dedication, sponsored by Southport Education Group.
Midlands Schools Closed in Teacher Strike Over Job Cuts
Thousands of pupils across the Midlands are at home as teachers strike over redundancy threats at Arthur Terry Learning Partnership schools. Full list of closures.
Private School Closes After 106 Years, 380 Students Out
Rendcomb College in Gloucestershire will permanently close this summer after 106 years, citing financial pressures and falling pupil numbers, forcing 380 students to find new schools.
All-Day School Phone Ban Announced for England
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces comprehensive mobile phone ban in English schools throughout the entire school day, with Ofsted inspections to monitor compliance.
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Midlands School Strikes: Mum's Anguish Over 18 Days Out
A mother from Lichfield expresses deep concern as her children face up to 18 strike days this term, with thousands of pupils across the Midlands affected by industrial action over job loss threats.
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