As the UK faces its third intense heatwave of the year, numerous schools across the Midlands and beyond are closing early or shutting down completely to protect students and staff. Following an unprecedented June heatwave …
Labour is facing criticism over its bold plan to provide 30 hours of free childcare each week to all families receiving benefits. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has called for extending government-funded childcare …
From the moment you step onto the grounds of Oasis Academy Woodview in Edgbaston, it’s clear this isn’t an ordinary school. Among its unique features are a Viking ship and a striking replica of Stonehenge—both created by the …
The government has responded following MPs' confirmation that student loan promotion in England and Wales amounted to mis-selling. The Treasury Select Committee has emphasized that Labour Party ministers have a moral duty to …
Solihull’s School Streets scheme, which has already proven to enhance safety and reduce traffic around several primary schools, is set to expand with the addition of Coppice Primary School. The initiative temporarily …
Wolverhampton is set to expand its school capacity with a £2 million investment, creating over 200 new pupil places across four schools ahead of the new academic year in September. The expansion will take place at Moreton …
With England’s crucial World Cup match against Mexico scheduled for 1 a.m. GMT on Monday, July 6, several schools across Birmingham and the Black Country have announced relaxed start times to accommodate pupils who might stay …
Birmingham schools are taking contrasting approaches to the late kickoff of England’s World Cup Round of 16 match against Mexico, scheduled for 1 a.m. on July 6. While some schools have announced late start times to …
Birmingham’s schools are divided over how to handle the early morning start following England’s World Cup last-16 match against Mexico, set to kick off at 1 a.m. on July 6. Several schools across the Midlands are permitting …
Nestled near Rugby, Houlton is a charming village with deep historical significance that is quickly becoming one of the most desirable places to live in the West Midlands. With a population of around 850 residents and growing …
Andy Burnham is being encouraged to take a bold, economically inclusive stance on the Cost of Living crisis by expanding free school meals to all primary-age children from households receiving Universal Credit. Beginning with …
Birmingham has proudly become home to the region’s only secondary school to receive an outstanding ‘exceptional’ rating from Ofsted under the recently introduced inspection framework. This rare accolade highlights the …
A new nationwide ban on smartphones in English schools for students aged 11 to 18 came into effect on Monday, June 29, prompting strong reactions from young people and educators alike. According to research conducted by …
Starting June 29, all schools in England are legally required to prohibit smartphones during the school day. This move, part of the Labour Party government’s online safety initiative, formalizes what many schools have already …
A leaked plan detailing Andy Burnham’s approach to reforming Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefits and tackling the welfare bill has surfaced as he prepares to become the Labour Party’s next Prime Minister. Burnham, …