Everything We Know About Upcoming School Strikes and New Dates Announced Thursday, January 22, 2026 strikes education schools birmingham midlands arthurterry partnership teachers labor dispute Schools in the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership have announced additional strike days following unsuccessful negotiations. This move extends the ongoing strike action, impacting Birmingham and Midlands schools. The latest …
Birmingham School Holiday Dates for 2026: Your Complete Guide Tuesday, January 20, 2026 birmingham schools schoolholidays termdates 2026 education holidays calendar parents students Planning ahead for the school year is crucial for parents, students, and educators alike. To help you prepare, here is the full list of school holiday dates and term times for Birmingham schools in 2026 and 2027. Knowing … Read More
Midlands Schools Receive First Ratings Under Ofsted's New Report Card System Thursday, January 15, 2026 ofsted education schools inspection reportcard midlands ratings governance achievement curriculum Ofsted has overhauled its school inspection process in England, replacing the familiar one-word grading system with a comprehensive ‘report card’ model starting in 2026. This move aims to provide a clearer and … Read More
Midlands Secondary Schools Featured Among UK's Top 50 Sunday, January 11, 2026 midlands schools education grammar private rankings kingedwardvi secondary ofsted competition Several secondary schools in the Midlands have earned recognition as some of the finest in the UK, securing places within the coveted top 50 list nationwide. These elite schools are renowned for their academic excellence, … Read More
Walsall Council Faces Scrutiny on Costs and Key Issues Ahead of 2026 Meeting Sunday, January 11, 2026 walsall council supertip waste housing litter schools reform environment development Walsall Council’s cabinet members are set to face detailed questioning on seven critical issues at the first full council meeting of 2026. Key discussions will span housing developments, litter control, the status of the new … Read More
Schools Announce Extensive Closures Across UK as Snow Disrupts Wednesday Wednesday, January 7, 2026 schools closures snow weather scotland northernireland england education transport disruption As the UK grapples with its third day of severe snow disruptions, numerous schools across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and parts of England have announced closures for Wednesday. The harsh weather conditions have resulted in … Read More