Goldsmith Primary Academy in Walsall has made history by becoming the first school in the West Midlands to earn an ‘exceptional’ rating under Ofsted’s newly overhauled inspection system. This transformation follows a …
The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP), a Birmingham-based multi-academy trust operating 24 schools across the West Midlands, has reached an agreement with the National Education Union (NEU) to end strikes triggered by …
Parents across the West Midlands are voicing concern and frustration as an ongoing teachers’ strike disrupts children’s education. The National Education Union (NEU) has scheduled nine strike days in February, following …
The University of Birmingham community is heartbroken following the sudden loss of Phil Moyo, a 22-year-old third-year medical student from Leicester. Phil took his own life just a day after receiving the news that he had …
Storm Chandra, a powerful low-pressure system, is set to affect the UK with heavy snowfall, strong winds, and persistent rain on Monday night and Tuesday. The Met Office has issued both yellow and amber weather warnings, …
The West Midlands is ramping up investment in construction skills training to meet its ambitious housebuilding targets. Mayor Richard Parker emphasized the critical role of workforce development in achieving regional housing …
Ofsted has introduced a significant overhaul to its school inspection framework, aiming to deliver a more balanced and comprehensive assessment of educational institutions. The traditional one-word overall grade has been …
A concerned mother has spoken out about the toll recent school strikes are taking on her children’s education. Faye Allen’s son and daughter are among thousands of students across the Midlands affected by industrial action …
Solihull Council is stepping up efforts to tackle the persistent problem of parents leaving their car engines running while waiting outside schools. Over the past year, councillors have debated various measures following a …
A nursery teacher at Glynne Primary School in Kingswinford was found intoxicated on school grounds after secretly bringing vodka into the building. Rebecca Horgan’s troubling behaviour was first noticed on January 17, 2024, …
Teachers across the Midlands, including those from the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership, have walked out in a continued strike over pay and working conditions. This industrial action reflects growing frustration among …
February half term is the perfect opportunity to explore fascinating local attractions—ideal for those days when the weather is too cold for the beach and travel time is limited. Just an hour from Birmingham lies one of …
Teachers in Birmingham are resolute in their determination to continue striking amid a growing dispute over job cuts. Yesterday, January 22, around Victoria Square, up to 100 school staff members threatened with redundancy …
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 …
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 …