In 2023, five teachers from across the West Midlands were banned from the classroom after serious allegations of inappropriate conduct towards pupils were upheld by misconduct panels. These cases, investigated and adjudicated …
The deadline to apply for primary school places in Birmingham for the 2026 academic year is fast approaching. Parents and guardians have until January to submit their applications and secure a spot for their child at their …
Parents of children starting school in September 2026 are being urged to act quickly as the deadline to apply for reception class places in Wolverhampton approaches. The City of Wolverhampton Council has emphasized the …
More than half of teachers in the West Midlands have worked at schools where at least one pupil was homeless in the past 12 months, according to new research by the charity Shelter. Out of 7,127 surveyed state school teachers …
Parenting coach Abi Clarke, 34, is advocating for a major shift in how schools and parents approach attendance, especially for young children. She argues that forcing primary school pupils to attend every day, regardless of …
Warwickshire County Council recently announced plans to reduce the annual intake at Water Orton Primary School from 45 pupils to 30 by 2027, reflecting a noticeable drop in student numbers. North Warwickshire and Bedworth …
Plans for a new Eton Star Academies sixth form college in Dudley have been approved by the government, sparking a divided response among local politicians. Although the announcement on December 12 was met with cautious …
A select number of primary schools across Birmingham have been rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted, placing them among the very best educational institutions in the region. This prestigious rating reflects exceptional standards in …
To tackle a projected shortfall of 145,000 skilled workers in the medical technology sector, innovative qualifications have been introduced in the West Midlands. These Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are designed to …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released updated guidance on Universal Credit for families, highlighting the extra financial support available if you are responsible for looking after a child. Under the new …
The Midlands’ top primary schools have been announced as parents prepare to submit applications for reception places by the January 15 deadline. The Sunday Times has published its highly regarded Parent Power Guide 2026, …
Children in Birmingham as young as seven will soon receive a crucial education on the dangers of knife crime and gang involvement, in an effort to provide support earlier than ever before. Augustus Stewart, a former gang …
Lea Forest Primary Academy in Lea Hall, Birmingham, has proudly secured a spot among the top 10 primary schools in the UK, according to the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide for 2026. Out of approximately 20,000 primary schools …
The family of 13-year-old Tiegan Jarman is mourning the tragic loss of their daughter who died after engaging in a perilous TikTok challenge involving the abuse of inhalants, commonly known as ‘chroming.’ This dangerous …
Birmingham City Council is seeking approval for a £7 million project aimed at expanding and improving Beaufort School, a special education institution in the Bromford and Hodge Hill ward. The school, which caters to pupils …