Turnaround for North Solihull School Once Marred by Fights and Bullying Tuesday, March 3, 2026 smithswoodacademy solihull education ofsted schoolimprovement bullying leadership gcse attendance studentbehavior Smith’s Wood Academy in Solihull has undergone a remarkable transformation, earning praise from Ofsted inspectors after years of challenges. Just three years ago, the secondary school, serving nearly 900 pupils from Chelmsley … Read More
Midlands Schools Among First to Earn New ‘Strong’ Rating from Ofsted Tuesday, March 3, 2026 ofsted education midlands schools inspection ratings achievement curriculum leadership inclusion Schools in the West Midlands are among the first to receive inspection ratings under Ofsted’s newly revamped grading system. The education watchdog has replaced its previous ratings—such as ‘outstanding’ and … Read More
Birmingham Primary Schools Rank Among the Top 100 in the UK Sunday, March 1, 2026 birmingham primaryschools education leaforest suttoncoldfield ofsted sundaytimes top100 schoolranking ukschools Several primary schools in Birmingham have achieved outstanding national recognition by ranking among the top 100 primary schools across the UK, placing them among the elite out of approximately 20,000 institutions … Read More
Haven, Charlotte Tilbury, Moonpig and IKEA Offer Exclusive Discounts for Education Workers Saturday, February 28, 2026 discounts education teachers savings retailers nike ikea charlottetilbury moonpig haven Shoppers employed in the education sector can now access exclusive discounts from top brands like Nike, IKEA, Charlotte Tilbury, and Haven, thanks to the Discounts For Teachers scheme. This free-to-join program extends beyond … Read More
Four-Year-Old 'Heartbroken' After Missing Out on School Attendance Ice-Cream Party Saturday, February 28, 2026 attendance rewards education inclusion children welfare school compassion sensitivity wellbeing A four-year-old boy was left feeling “heartbroken” after being told to watch his classmates enjoy an ice-cream party at Holyhead Primary Academy in Sandwell — a reward given to students with perfect attendance. … Read More
Midlands Council to Receive Record £121 Million Support to Enhance Frontline Services Monday, February 23, 2026 shropshire croydon warrington haringey localgovernment funding deprivation education austerity budget A total of 37 financially struggling councils across the country have been approved to receive exceptional financial support aimed at improving frontline services, with a special emphasis on aiding deprived communities. … Read More