Would Labour’s private school tax plan work?

A teacher and former policy adviser at the Department for Education discuss Labour’s proposed policy.

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AI can beat university students, study suggests

University exams taken using artificial intelligence beat those by real students, in a limited study.

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LGBT homeless: 'In hours, you can be on the street'

Accommodation has opened in Stoke-on-Trent specifically for LGBT+ people who are homelesss

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If a university goes bust, which students lose most?

Whoever forms the next government is going to find it hard to ignore the issue of university funding

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If a university goes bust, which students lose most?

Whoever forms the next government is going to find it hard to ignore the issue of university funding

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'Living hell' of parents seeking special schools

One mother said she had waited for a place for months while her son was 'trapped' at home.

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Universities' fears over cuts to overseas students

Several institutions running at a loss and fear that fewer overseas students will have major impact.

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Why an exam has sparked national outrage in India

The key examination for medical colleges in India has been mired in allegations of paper leaks and fraud.

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Calls for probe into school 'promoting creationism'

There are calls for a school to be investigated for promoting evangelical Christianity to pupils.

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What is Labour's plan for taxing private schools?

Labour has confirmed it will change the way private school fees are taxed if it wins the election.

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Head blames Tories and Labour for school closure

Elizabeth Laffeaty-Sharpe says the prep school she founded is being "squeezed from all sides".

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'We need more funding to help more children'

Helen Roy, who runs an afterschool club, says they regularly have to turn children away.

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'It's been incredibly traumatic' - baby-loss parents

A couple are seeking damages for the physical and mental impact following the death of their baby,

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'Inspirational' school in world's best shortlist

Manchester's Grange School is in the running for

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Childcare provision makes us really angry - parents

East and north London boroughs have the lowest rate of childcare places in the capital, data shows.

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Move over Lord Sugar - meet Joseph and the suncatchers

Spectrum, set up by pupils from Park Special School in Belfast, won a team of the year award.

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Flights offer for crisis-hit Nigerian students

Some students at Teesside University are being seriously affected by the Nigerian currency crisis.

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Exercise challenge 'brought me back to my dad'

Charlotte Greatorex says her challenge was in honour of her father, who died when she was nine.

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Bluey cartoon disrupts election count plans

Bluey's live theatre show gives a headache for those trying to organise an election count.

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Parents asked to put away phones at school gate

The headteacher says he is trying to "resurrect the joy of conversation back into the community".

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Labour pledges 100,000 new childcare places

The funding will come from Labour's plan to levy VAT on private schools, the party says.

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'I could have ended up homeless after my parents died'

Hannah and Charlie are thriving after a tough start but their supported housing is under threat.

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I need two jobs to pay for driving lessons - teen

Beca says almost all her salary goes on the cost of living, leaving her nothing spare each month.

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Boys asking teachers how to choke girls during sex

Dr Tamasine Preece says boys have asked her if "a soft squeeze on the neck is OK".

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'Insomnia was part of why I quit being a teacher'

Treatment for insomnia is hard to get, with one woman saying she has suffered her entire life.

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Plans shelved for shorter school holidays in Wales

Plans to shorten the school holidays from six to five weeks have been paused by the Welsh government.

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How afternoon tea helps inmates learn life skills

BBC London went to HMP Pentonville to see how the DofE awards hopefuls are doing the course behind bars.

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Labour plans apprenticeship funding shake-up

Labour say they'll give businesses more flexibility on how they spend apprenticeships levy funding.

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'I've only caught three exam cheats in 25 years'

An exam invigilator shares her secrets: No squeaky shoes, no jingling keys and watch out for amorous pigeons.

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Fight for son's school place 'a nightmare' – mum

The mother of a SEND pupil said the struggle to get him a place took its toll on the family.

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Gaza war protesters occupy university building

Some 50 students lock themselves inside, and claim they could be there for two months.

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The children making friends with dementia patients

Pupils from Riverdale Primary School have been learning about dementia from older people with the disease.

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Why am I dreaming I have an exam I didn't study for?

Ever dreamt that you're late for an exam? Or you don't know the answers? Here's why that might be.

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PM pledges to swap 'rip-off' degrees for apprenticeships

The Conservatives say they would replace some degrees with 100,000 new apprenticeships per year.

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'I've only caught three exam cheats in 25 years'

An exam invigilator shares her secrets: No squeaky shoes, no jingling keys and watch out for amorous pigeons.

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Students barricade university exam building

Exams are being disrupted as a protest group occupies one of the university's buildings.

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PM pledges to swap 'rip-off' degrees for apprenticeships

The Conservatives say they would replace some degrees with 100,000 new apprenticeships per year.

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'Why now?' UK teens respond to Tory national service plan

Young people are split by the Conservative's pledge to introduce national service for 18-year-olds.

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'I put off starting a family because of a £300 rent rise'

Women share their stories of how they feel renting has held them back in life.

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Smartphone ban for kids 'worth considering' - MPs

The Education Select Committee report warns that some phone use resembles "behavioural addiction".

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More college strikes planned in lecturer pay row

A further seven college strikes will go ahead after "no real progress" was made during talks with employers.

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Head teacher becomes school caretaker to save cash

Schools like Gareth Lewis' are responding to a squeeze on budgets, while others are cutting jobs.

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University locked down over Palestine protest

Oxford Action for Palestine have organised a sit-in at university offices on Wellington Square.

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What do children learn in sex education?

New draft guidance says schools should not discuss gender identity, or teach under-nines about sex.

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Crisis-hit university students ordered to leave UK

Teesside University students have struggled to pay tuition fees since currency in Nigeria crashed.

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University's future was in 'significant doubt'

The University of Aberdeen says it has taken steps to now be on a "firm" future financial footing.

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'It felt like children were droids at toxic school'

Teachers speak out anonymously about standards enforced by a trust at four of its secondary schools.

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School asks for prom donations as pupils struggle

A Gwynedd school makes an appeal as it looks to support pupils who cannot afford the celebration.

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Children evacuated over threat to school

Police and the school say all children are out of the building and safe.

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Everything you need to know about student loans

How do they work across the UK, what can I borrow and when do I have to start paying it back?

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Late education plans mean kids miss out on support in England

Thousands of children miss out as some councils in England fail to meet deadlines, the BBC finds.

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What are the priorities for Wales's new education minister?

Lynne Neagle admits new role is "quite hard" in reply to a question posed by a primary school pupil.

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Schools told not to teach about gender identity

Draft guidance for England ensures pupils are not exposed to disturbing content, the prime minister says.

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Plan to ban sex education for children under nine

New guidance for schools in England is expected to be set out on Thursday.

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Support staff strike over pay at 35 Birmingham schools

Teaching assistants, catering staff and other works have gone on strike during Sats week.

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Student visa rules costing city millions - uni boss

Professor John Latham said visa restrictions were discouraging students from coming to the UK.

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Everything you need to know about student loans

How do they work across the UK, what can I borrow and when do I have to start paying it back?

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New tool to show actual grades needed to go to uni

Students hoping to start university in 2025 will be able to see recent successful applicants' grades.

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Pupils miss classes as school cyber attacks rise

A school in Leicester says it is still feeling the effects of a "sinister" attack several weeks ago.

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Your guide to this year's A-level exams and results day

Everything you need to know about this year's A-level exams, grade boundaries and results day.

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Campus protests cannot target students, Keegan says

The education secretary says protests against Gaza war must not target students or disrupt learning.

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International students sleeping rough on campuses

One Students' Union says people are regularly sleeping in university buildings.

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GCSEs start with final bit of post-Covid support

This is the last year that students in England will get formulae sheets in maths and science.

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Teen drama turns tables on 'toxic parents'

A new Channel 4 series shows the impact smartphone culture has had on parents as well as children.

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Tech firms face tougher online age checks - Ofcom

Big tech companies will have to make changes to their algorithms to comply with new online safety laws.

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'I had no friends because of school place delay'

Aurelia uses a wheelchair and had no school place for four months after leaving primary school.

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Mould, bedbugs and rats - but students' rents go up

Campaigners call for rent-control measures as the average rises above £1,000 a month in Cardiff.

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Social media sites urged to stop school exam scams

Students say it is easy to find accounts falsely claiming to have access to GCSE and A-level papers.

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Inside a 'peaceful and proud' Gaza protest camp at a UK university

Students tell the BBC why they're occupying their campus in protest against the war in Gaza.

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I Kissed A Girl: Gay dating show cast on love and friendship

I Kissed A Girl contestants talk about appearing on the UK's first lesbian dating show.

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'Student arrests will be my final college memory'

As graduations begin, three students reflect on a college experience bookended by Covid and now campus protests.

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What dates are GCSE exams and when is results day 2024?

When do GCSEs start and are there any changes to exams this year?

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Meat-free Mondays may be on menu for Surrey schools

Motion before county council proposes a plant-based menu at schools once a week to improve health.

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Students design and launch 'gang awareness' app

Northampton School for Girls hope their award-winning idea will keep children safe from exploitation.

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What do student protesters at US universities want?

Hundreds have been arrested as colleges struggle to deal with encampments, days before graduation.

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Special school pupils ‘tortured’ in calming rooms

The BBC has obtained confidential material revealing appalling abuse and neglect affecting 39 pupils.

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Teachers urged to warn pupils of sextortion risk

The National Crime Agency issued fresh warnings as young boys are increasingly targeted by gangs.

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'I get overwhelmed by the noises and crowds of school'

Newman College in Oldham is one of many schools struggling with the legacy of the pandemic.

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Children hungry after school meals, says commissioner

A "snapshot" survey by Wales' children's commissioner found many children wanted more food at lunch.

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It is never too late to learn how to read - charity

A TV presenter who funds a university scholarship helps to unveil a new literacy drive.

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Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and how do I apply?

Parents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for their two-year-olds.

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Cambridge college sorry for messy bedroom photos

Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, apologises for shared housekeeping photos of student accommodation.

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One-word Ofsted grades should stay, says government

The government says the judgements are useful for parents, after MPs called for them to be scrapped.

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School rated inadequate takes Ofsted to court

A Dunstable school given an inadequate rating by watchdog Ofsted begins a High Court challenge.

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City's schools say pupil attendance is 'broken'

The head teachers send a letter to families over plummeting attendance figures.

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School says 11-hour-day pilot is for pupil wellbeing

The school, with 40% of pupils eligible for free meals, says it provides a "private school service".

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Government cancelled plans to test free childcare rollout, says watchdog

The National Audit Office says a £35m pilot to test the expansion of free childcare in a few areas was cancelled.

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Drag queen Lady Bushra on growing up in Bradford

Lady Bushra, one of the UK's best-known British Asian drag queens, opens up about his first UK tour.

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Going to university 'transformed my life'

Dr Suzella Palmer dropped out of school aged 14, but returned to education and is now a lecturer.

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Almost a quarter of kids aged 5-7 have smartphones

The regulator calls the data a "wake up call", and says parents and industry need to do more.

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EU proposes some free movement for UK young people

The EU Commission says UK and EU citizens under 30 should be able to work or study for up to four years.

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'Who tells your story?' Hamilton stars ask students

Hamilton actors teach Belfast children confidence and to speak up for what they believe in.

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Paedophiles could lose parental rights under new law

It comes after the BBC reported a mum's fight to stop her ex-husband getting access to their child.

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Student rations ADHD medication ahead of exams

Students share their concerns about the medication shortage ahead of GCSEs.

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Paedophiles could lose parental rights under new law

It comes after the BBC reported a mum's fight to stop her ex-husband getting access to their child.

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Muslim student loses school prayer ban challenge

Michaela School was challenged at the High Court over a policy allegedly amounting to a prayer ban.

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Half of area's pupils missing out on chosen secondary school

Less than half of children in Butetown get their top choice school compared with 88% across Cardiff.

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More of city's children not going to school - report

A council report says an increasing number of parents are refusing school places offered to them.

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Fears pupils prefer processed food to school meals

Reasons for children not wanting school meals include portion sizes and noisy canteens.

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'I sent out 300 applications and got 299 rejections'

Universities and employers are working together to help low-income families start a career by 2030.

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WhatsApp self-harm groups left parents 'terrified'

Schools warn thousands of parents on Tyneside about malicious group chats on the messaging app.

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Weak evidence and toxic debate letting down gender care children, report says

A landmark report says "toxicity" of debate is hampering medical research into gender services.

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Parents want TikTok star to encourage kids outdoors

Social media posts of the two-year-old exploring the natural world are watched by millions.

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Boy, 17, accused of knocking teacher unconscious

He is alleged to have thrown the teacher to the floor before seizing her by the throat at a Dundee school.

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Living near Sure Start centre boosted GCSEs, study suggests

Children who grew up close to a centre achieved better GCSE grades than their peers, research suggests.

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Primary school places 2024: When do parents find out offers?

Parents will soon be finding out which primary school their children will be going to.

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Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and how do I apply?

Parents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for their two-year-olds.

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Lib Dems unveil special needs support plan

Leader Ed Davey wants a new national champion to tackle the most complex special educational needs.

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Be hopeful on bad days, Ruth Perry told pupils

The head teacher, whose suicide was linked to an Ofsted visit, recorded a video message in lockdown.

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Head teachers locked SEND pupils in rooms - report

Odran Doran and Simon Black are banned from teaching as allegations against them are proven.

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Union calls for inquiry to curb sexism in schools

Teachers fear sexism is on the rise in schools because of harmful content on children's phones.

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Primary school places 2024: When do parents find out offers?

Parents will soon be finding out which primary school their children will be going to.

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Teachers' strikes: When, where and why?

The National Education Union has been considering whether to go on strike again in 2024.

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The woman who wants to teach the North East to read

Former teacher Kerry Clegg says low literacy levels mean people cannot read medical notes.

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Teachers could strike in September, union says

National Education Union members are expected to vote on whether to hold a formal strike ballot.

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Labour commits to Tory childcare expansion plan

From this week, working parents with two-year-olds will be eligible for 15 hours of free childcare.

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Classroom violence drives teachers from profession

One teacher says abuse from pupils is the worst is has been since she began.

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Sunak defends rollout of free childcare hours

Rishi Sunak says it is a "positive and exciting moment" after Labour called the system a "total mess".

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Classroom violence drives teachers from profession

One teacher says abuse from pupils is the worst is has been since she began.

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Call for suicide prevention support for teachers

Teachers' union NASUWT is set to vote on a motion calling for fully-funded mental health training.

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The working farm tackling anxiety in young people

GroundEd provides training to students who have special educational needs such as autism and anxiety.

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Council spending on special needs transport doubles

The rising cost of getting children to school is a key driver of current pressure on council budgets.

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UK's highest student loan revealed to be £231,000

BBC obtains "eye-watering" figures showing nearly £55,000 of interest was accumulated on one balance.

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Successful school building bids drop to record low

The government has approved the lowest number of school building work requests since its model began.

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'We don't live, we're just alive': Afghan girls despair at Taliban school ban

The new term has begun, but secondary school remains closed to girls for another academic year.

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'Our school has been crumbling for 20 years'

Schools fear they are "stuck" after the final spots on a rebuilding programme went to Raac schools.

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'We don't live, we're just alive': Afghan girls despair at Taliban school ban

The new term has begun, but secondary school remains closed to girls for another academic year.

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UK's highest student loan revealed to be £231,000

BBC obtains "eye-watering" figures showing nearly £55,000 of interest was accumulated on one balance.

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Leaking schools 'stuck' after Raac rebuild pledges

"This school's got everything else wrong with it - but it doesn't have problems with Raac," one head says.

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Children need protection from drug gangs, expert says

Tens of thousands of children are at risk of being groomed and coerced into crime, a leading expert says.

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Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and when do I apply?

Parents in England who want 15 hours of free childcare for two-year-olds face an important deadline.

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NI lecturers reject 'insulting' pay offer

UCU and NASUWT call on the economy minister to "urgently engage" in talks over lecturer pay.

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PE teachers retrain in maths to fill school gaps

As research warns of maths teacher shortages, schools say they are turning to PE teachers to plug gaps.

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The rehab service that keeps families together

Harper House supports parents to get clean while still having responsibility for their children.

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Schools failing children with allergies - report

A Cambridgeshire mum wants changes to the law to protect children with allergies after her son died.

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Childcare shortage worsens as costs rise – report

Fewer than a third of councils in all areas have enough spaces for children under two, a charity finds.

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Secret classes to counter Russian brainwashing in occupied Ukraine

Forced to move from Melitopol, “Nataliia” now risks teaching hundreds of former students online.

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How a head teacher saved his pupils from a knifeman

Children hid under desks as Ciran Stapleton kept an armed intruder talking in the school corridor.

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Head disgusted by food requests in-house caterers

Jason Ashley says he has a "lack of trust in Chartwells to transform the catering" in his school.

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Essex is the worst in England for SEND assessments

Essex is the worst place in England for assessing children with special needs with just 1% complete in 20 weeks.

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What are children learning in sex education?

Schools often consult parents about RSHE teaching, but some disagreements have led to protests.

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Gaza medical student raises funds to finish degree

Mohammed Alhabil trained at two Oxford hospitals and returned to Gaza weeks before the conflict broke out.

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NHS staff to get paid leave after miscarriages

Those who miscarry in the first 24 weeks of pregnancy can take 10 days' paid leave, NHS England says.

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Geoff Norcott: Should my son bother going to uni?

The comedian and former teacher says he has become sceptical about the value of university degrees.

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Cambridge University to scrap state school targets

The university's current target is to have at least 69% of undergraduates coming from state schools.

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Curriculum shake-up pledge made during Labour visit

The senior Labour figures joined a primary school music class during their visit.

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How China's boarding schools are silencing Tibet’s language

Mandarin is being taught to Tibetans as their main language, threatening the future of their culture.

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Geoff Norcott: Should my son bother going to uni?

The comedian and former teacher says he has become sceptical about the value of university degrees.

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Jacqueline Wilson reads to zoo animals on World Book Day

The best-selling children's novelist visited animals at Drusillas Zoo park near Alfriston.

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How a BBC experiment pioneered programmes for schools

It is 100 years since pupils in Glasgow became the first to experience special programming for schools.

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Parents on up to £80,000 eligible for child benefit

The benefit will not be taken away entirely until an individual earns £80,000, under changes in the Budget.

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How are the child benefit rules changing?

Changes announced in the Budget men people earning up to £80,000 will be able to claim the benefit.

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Primary pupil found with knife at school

The school says the child carried a blade over bullying fears and showed it to pupils.

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How a BBC experiment pioneered programmes for schools

It is 100 years since pupils in Glasgow became the first to experience special programming for schools.

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Childcare and work: Did the last Budget deliver?

The previous Budget was meant to help growth, investment, pubs and parents. Has it worked so far?

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Childcare and work: Did the last Budget deliver?

The previous Budget was meant to help growth, investment, pubs and parents. Has it worked so far?

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School checking absent pupils' bins branded 'snoops'

Staff from Astrea Academy Woodfields in Doncaster check for post on doorsteps and bin movements.

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Candlelit vigil held for students lost to suicide

The event in Leeds was led by Bob Abrahart, whose daughter Natasha took her own life in 2018.

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Hunt: Childcare plan on track but no guarantees

The chancellor says he is confident an expansion of free childcare will be delivered as planned.

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Worcestershire pupils blame absence on routine shattered by Covid

Nearly 25% of the area's secondary school pupils have been persistently absent this academic year.

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Esther Ghey discusses online safety with PM

The mother of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey hails the meeting as "really productive".

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Welsh government admits free school meals failing

Ministers admit acting unlawfully but say there is not the money to bring back free holiday meals.

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Pupils embracing mobile-free school days

Students say handing in their devices at the start of the school day means they can focus on lessons.

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North Yorkshire schools could face £11m deficit

The deteriorating financial position of local schools is a "repeating pattern", councillors hear.

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School absence fines for parents to rise by £20

Most of the fines in England are for unauthorised term-time holidays, the education secretary says.

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Helping South Asian lone parents combat loneliness

South Asian single parents across London join together to help battle the stigma they feel.

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Free tuition a 'beacon of hope' for med students

After a former professor donated $1bn the Bronx school, students see hope for expanding access to a medical education

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Rise in the number of home-schooled children

Parents say teaching their children at home rather than in school better suits their needs.

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College to offer free medical degrees after $1bn gift

The record-breaking donation came from a 93-year-old former professor, who is the widow of a wealthy investor.

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Disabled girl left without school place for almost a year

Zoe and her daughter Olive say they are in "perpetual summer holidays" and have been left in "limbo".

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School warning as explicit images shared to pupils

North Bromsgrove High School and Sixth Form says the WhatsApp group has members as young as nine.

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Parents fear son 'won't cope' in mainstream school

Joseph, 11, was born three months prematurely and has autism and learning difficulties.

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Who is Ruby Franke, the jailed parenting influencer?

A woman who shot to fame giving parenting advice has been jailed for at least four years for child abuse.

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Conjoined twins given days to live are proving world wrong

Marieme and Ndeye, seven, were not expected to survive for more than a few days after they were born.

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Air filters for London's polluted schools - mayor

The Mayor of London says 200 schools will have PM2.5 filters installed in a pilot project.

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Do half of schools ban mobile phones?

Education Secretary Gillian Keegan made claims about mobile phones in schools and education funding.

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Students unable to afford food for days - union

A student union leader says the situation for some is "desperate" as they are "at breaking point".

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Schools given new guidance on stopping phone use

The government says the move will help to 'minimise disruption and improve behaviour in classrooms'.

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Is it even possible to do 28 A-levels - and what's the cost?

You will need every available exam session to sit all your papers, and each can cost more than £50.

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Exam staff begin industrial action over pay

Workers will not carry out overtime, work weekends or accrue time off in lieu during the action.

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State school pupils back royals more than private

Researchers find children more positive about the royals than sceptical young adults.

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UK antisemitic hate crimes hit new high - charity

Reports to a Jewish security charity say incidents were almost double the previous record set in 2021.

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Teacher banned from the profession for life

Daniel Treamer was found to have had an inappropriate relationship with a pupil.

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Court to rule on university duty of care to students

The ruling follows the death of 20-year-old University of Bristol student Natasha Abrahart.

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Sixth former describes life taking 28 A-Levels

Mahnoor Cheema, 17, says she still has spare time despite the number of subjects she studies.

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School worries for new mums as classes fill up

Two sisters will register their babies of only a few weeks old for school due to high demand.

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'Unaffordable' childcare to be debated at Stormont

A Sinn Féin motion calls on the executive to prioritise high quality, affordable childcare.

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Schools consider legal advice in parent parking row

They want people to stop using their staff car park but parents say they have nowhere safe to park.

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Schools in budget crisis as PFI charges soar

Inflation sends Private Finance Initiative contracts spiralling, cutting into classroom spending

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Book returned to school library after 120 years

The book, presented to a child at a school in Birmingham in 1904, resurfaces via a jumble sale.

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Baby boom in gym as newborns watch mums work out

It is a gym with a difference where breaks are to change nappies, not to have a drink of water.

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More than 100 Raac school buildings to be rebuilt

In England, 234 schools have been confirmed to contain reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (Raac).

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Children's commissioner backs 'under-16s' phone'

Brianna Ghey's mum Esther has said children under 16 should not be able to access social media apps.

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Schools need mindfulness - Brianna's head teacher

Emma Mills attended a debate on mindfulness in schools, with Brianna's mother, Esther, in Parliament.

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When parents get the blame for a child's mass shooting

The conviction of a Michigan mother for her son's school shooting could have far-reaching implications.

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Headteacher to climb mountain for school heating

Two members of staff are set to climb Kilimanjaro to raise money for a new school heating system.

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Explicit comments on school app after apparent hack

Parents say they are worried by the inappropriate comments on the Class Charts app.

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I'm confident on free childcare expansion - Keegan

But the education secretary does not confirm the scheme will be ready for all eligible parents.

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International student admissions to be reviewed

Universities UK says students must have confidence that the system is 'fair, transparent and robust'.

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Cash offer for new childcare workers amid shortage

A £1,000 payment will be offered to thousands joining the early-years sector in England.

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National SEND warning after Surrey case - watchdog

The council watchdog warns of educational psychologist shortages after a complaint in Surrey.

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SQA exam staff to strike over pay dispute

The Scottish exams body says the pay deal is the "best offer possible".

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Headteacher who misused funds banned from teaching

The ex-police officer implicated colleagues in his dishonest conduct, a misconduct report says.

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More school closures predicted for London

The demand for school places is decreasing across the capital as birth rates plummet.

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What are T-levels and what are the grades worth?

T-levels are equivalent to three A-levels, and focus on practical rather than academic subjects.

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Disposable vape ban: 'It can't come soon enough'

The BBC speaks to young people, a parent and a vape shop owner about the proposed disposable vape ban.

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You've heard of GCSEs, so what are VCSEs?

VCSEs are Wales' new vocational qualifications for 14-16 year olds from 2027. Here's what to expect.

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The school for pupils who reject the mainstream

The Konstam unit uses equine therapy, art and music to entice pupils back into formal education.

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The Nigerian professor who makes more money welding

He has shocked many of his colleagues, who regard it as a menial job but are jealous of his income.

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Ofsted: MPs call for an end to single-word grades

The cross-party committee says the consequences of an "inadequate" judgement should be far less severe.

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Family moves 180 miles for special-needs nursery space

There will be fewer places for children with SEND, following the childcare expansion, a survey suggests

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Parents taking children out of Raac schools - union

Parents are taking their children out of schools with dangerous concrete, a head teachers’ union says.

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Dyson donation of £6m to Malmesbury primary given go-ahead

The government approves the charity donation to pay for an expansion to Malmesbury Primary School

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Videos show schools in urgent need of repair

Teachers sent BBC Panorama videos of cold classrooms, leaky roofs and cracked walls.

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Crumbling schools plagued by leaks and cold, BBC finds

Teachers tell Panorama that some buildings in urgent need of repair are "not fit for purpose”.

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Ofsted: Head teachers can request pause as inspections resume

Lead inspectors in England were given mental health awareness training during the two-week pause.

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Israel-Gaza: London school warns it may close over Palestine patch row

The east London primary told parents it had received serious threats, including arson, against its staff.

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Ofsted sorry for its role in Ruth Perry's suicide

It is the first time the inspectorate has taken responsibility for the part it played in her death.

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Demolition of newly-built schools could cost £150m

The government is criticised over three new schools which were declared unsafe after being built.

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Michaela School: Reversing prayer ban would expose school to risk, High Court hears

Allowing prayer rituals at a high-achieving London school would "undermine inclusion", the High Court hears.

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Michael Morpurgo leads call for urgent children's reading investment

Children's laureates sign open letter pressing government to invest in early years reading.

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Religion: Pupil takes school to court over alleged prayer ban

A pupil at Katharine Birbalsingh's school in Brent says not being able to pray "messes up her day".

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New university centre aims to shield women from online violence

The Open University has been awarded £7.7m to develop research and to inform law, it says.

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Cambridge study finds girls outperform boys at school

The research shows consistent results from early education through to university.

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Canada weighs capping foreign student admissions

The immigration minister says the system bringing in international students "has gotten out of control".

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Pupil power secures green heating for Devon college

Petroc College is to install a new heat pump system, partly due to pressure from students.

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Uni 'flexible' over grades for foreign students

The University of York denies it has lowered entry requirements for overseas students, following a Financial Times report.

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Pass rate falls for GCSE maths resits in England

However, the pass rate for GCSE English resits went up from the rates in recent years.

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School meals: 'Watching my pupils go hungry is heartbreaking'

Malone Integrated College is using grant money to provide free meals to all pupils until mid-term.

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GCSE grades: The 9-1 boundaries explained

Students in England and Wales who took GCSE exams in November are set to receive their results.

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Labour plans to use AI to tackle school absence

Poor school attendance will be a priority for a Labour government, the shadow education secretary says.

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Student loan costs to balloon £10bn a year - IFS report

The Institute of Fiscal Studies says higher interest rates have increased costs of financing the system.

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Childcare costs: Parents share struggles of 'broken' system

An MP says parents find childcare costs so high that they liken it to a second mortgage.

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Can talking about HIV in schools help to end stigma?

The Welsh sex education curriculum does not currently have specific resources on HIV.

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Ruth Perry's sister 'reassured' by new Ofsted boss

Sir Martyn Oliver recognises that "profound change" is needed at Ofsted, Julia Waters says.

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Ruth Perry: Sister to meet new Ofsted chief

Sir Martyn Oliver has taken over as Ofsted chief and says the watchdog must listen to criticism.

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Primary school places: When do applications close?

The application rules and deadlines for 2024 primary school places vary across the UK.

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SEND diaries: Mothers record 'typical day' parenting their children

Three mothers film their day-to-day lives parenting children with special educational needs.

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No exam help for crumbling concrete school students, says government

Pupils have had to postpone science experiments, and even switch courses, months before their GCSEs.

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Kids Company founder Camila Batmanghelidjh dies

The social justice campaigner died on her birthday, aged 61, after being ill for sometime.

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Claudine Gay resigns as Harvard University president

The university's top official resigns after facing allegations of plagiarism and criticism over her comments on antisemitism.

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When will the 15 free hours of childcare for two-year-olds begin?

All children of working parents in England will get 30 hours of funded childcare by September 2025.

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Ruth Perry: Ofsted needs more empathy, says Sir Martyn Oliver as he starts new role

Sir Martyn Oliver says Ofsted must listen to criticism after the suicide of head teacher Ruth Perry.

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