Exciting news for Solihull! A new special school is on the way, helping kids with unique needs get the education they deserve New 150 Place Special School for Solihull Children Takes Important Step Solihull: A new special school is making progress after a recent meeting with local councillors. The Department of Education announced plans for…
Granville Academy in Woodville has made impressive strides, earning a ‘good’ rating from Ofsted just two years after needing improvement Transformational Change at Derbyshire School as Ofsted Rates It ‘Good’ Woodville: Big news for Granville Academy! Ofsted just gave it a ‘good’ rating after a major turnaround. Just two years ago, they were told they…
Garforth Academy in Leeds has kept its top-notch rating, impressing Ofsted with its dedicated staff and students Leeds School Maintains ‘Outstanding’ Status for Over a Decade Leeds: A school in the city is celebrating a big win! Garforth Academy has held onto its outstanding status for over ten years now. That’s no small feat! Ofsted…
Despite high Ofsted ratings, Northumberland pupils face troubling academic outcomes Concerns Grow for Northumberland Pupils Despite Strong Ofsted Ratings Northumberland: A former headteacher is sounding the alarm about the academic performance of students in Northumberland, even though the schools are getting top marks from Ofsted. Recent council data shows that only 56% of kids reached…
A Derby school is fighting back against a new 20% VAT on independent school fees, claiming it will harm many families and schools. Derby School Challenges Government’s ‘Devastating’ 20% VAT on Fees Derby: The head of a local school is teaming up with others to challenge the government’s new 20% VAT on private school fees.…
The number of children with special educational needs in Northumberland is on the rise, creating challenges for local schools and services. Northumberland Faces Rising Number of Children with SEND Needs Northumberland: The number of kids needing special educational support is climbing fast. Schools are feeling the heat as they try to keep up with the…
Newcastle University academics are now voting on potential strike action due to financial issues affecting the institution Union Launches Strike Ballot for Academics at Newcastle University Newcastle: The academics at Newcastle University are gearing up to vote on whether to strike. This comes as the university faces a hefty £35 million shortfall. The University and…
Ofsted commended Sunderland’s St John Bosco School for its strong leadership amid the RAAC crisis, ensuring students continued learning. Sunderland Primary School Staff Praised by Ofsted for Leadership During RAAC Crisis Sunderland: Staff at St John Bosco Catholic Primary School have received high praise from Ofsted for their strong leadership during the RAAC crisis. The…
Queen Camilla visited the University of Aberdeen, meeting students and a footballer, highlighting community initiatives and education programs. Queen Camilla Engages with Scottish Footballer and Students at University Aberdeen: So, Queen Camilla just dropped by the University of Aberdeen, and it was quite the event! She met with students and even a footballer from the…
Redbridge shines in GCSEs but struggles with A-Level results, raising concerns Redbridge Ranked 11th in UK for School Development, A-Level Results Decline Redbridge: Schools in Redbridge are doing pretty well overall. They ranked 11th in the UK for pupil development, which is great news. Last year, the borough’s schools, both primary and secondary, really excelled…
Hartlepool Council has greenlit plans to turn a vacant bungalow into a nursery for kids with special educational needs Plans Approved to Transform Caretaker’s Bungalow into Special Needs Nursery Hartlepool: Exciting news! The council has just approved plans to turn an old caretaker’s bungalow into a nursery for kids with special needs. This place has…
A Southend school has reduced its teaching assistants by half due to budget issues, raising concerns about support for students with special needs Southend School Cuts Half Its Vital Teaching Assistants Amid Financial Woes Southend: A local school is facing some tough times. Southchurch High School has had to cut its teaching assistants from nine…
Blacon High School in Chester is closed after a ransomware attack, with updates expected soon on the situation and potential reopening. Chester High School Shuts Down Due to Cyber Attack Disruption Chester: So, Blacon High School had to shut its doors because of a ransomware attack. It’s a real bummer for the students and staff.…
A Nottingham school is over the moon after receiving a glowing Ofsted report praising its curriculum and supportive environment Proud Principal Celebrates Nottingham School’s Glistening Ofsted Report Nottingham: A local school is buzzing with excitement after its recent Ofsted report. The report praised Djanogly City Academy for its “broad and ambitious” curriculum and a safe,…
A Devon headteacher has voiced serious concerns about the growing trend of vaping among schoolchildren, urging action to protect youth. Devon Headteacher Raises Alarm Over Rising Vaping Trend Among Youth Devon: A headteacher is sounding the alarm about kids vaping more than ever. Matthew Shanks, who leads Education South West, recently shared his worries with…
The school is making adjustments following a proposed merger, aiming to enhance early years education and address community concerns. School Unveils New Changes After Proposed Closure and Merger Plans Gloucester: So, it looks like there’s been a lot of chatter about the schools lately. Just weeks after a consultation wrapped up on merging Moat Primary…
David Withey has been appointed as the new principal of SGS College, starting in March 2025, and everyone is excited about it New Principal David Withey is the ‘Perfect Fit’ for SGS College South Gloucestershire: Big news for SGS College! They just announced that David Withey will be the new CEO and principal starting in…
Plymouth City Council is investing over £140,000 in essential repairs for four local schools Four Plymouth Schools Set to Undergo Vital Work for Repairs Plymouth: Four schools in Plymouth are getting some much-needed repairs. The city council is putting in over £140,000 to make sure everything’s safe and sound. The council takes care of maintenance…
Whipton Barton Federation in Exeter celebrates outstanding results, exceeding national and regional averages in key subjects Exeter School Surpasses National Averages with Remarkable Academic Success Exeter: Staff and students at Whipton Barton Federation are over the moon about their amazing academic results. Recent data from the Department for Education shows they’re doing better than both…
Bloxwich Academy has made an incredible turnaround, now ranking among the Midlands’ top schools after years of struggle Midlands School Transforms from Worst to One of the Best in the Country Bloxwich: Can you believe it? Bloxwich Academy, once one of the worst schools in the UK, has turned things around big time. It’s now…
