A Look Around Smith's Wood Academy - England's Most Improved School Wednesday, March 25, 2026 education improvement achievement transformation solihull academy students leadership teaching schools Nestled in the heart of Solihull, Smith’s Wood Academy stands as a remarkable example of educational transformation. Once struggling to meet expectations, the school has surged ahead to become the most improved school in … Read More
Five Top-Ranked Schools in Sutton Coldfield Make National Best Schools List Sunday, March 22, 2026 suttoncoldfield education schools birmingham grammarschools primaryschools sundaytimes rankings westmidlands families For parents searching for outstanding educational opportunities, Sutton Coldfield in Birmingham stands out as an excellent choice. This leafy town is home to several of the country’s top-performing schools, making it a highly … Read More
Meet the Two Birmingham Men on a Mission to Challenge Harmful Sexual Behaviour Saturday, March 21, 2026 birmingham misogyny education youth violence women schools awareness abuse prevention Joe Cole, 41, and Gareth Rogers, 43, are two Birmingham men committed to transforming the conversation around violence against women and girls. As directors and practitioners of The Right Path, they visit schools across the … Read More
Midlands Children 'Swapping Dummies for Vapes,' Councillor Warns as Calls Rise for Stronger Anti-Vaping Measures Wednesday, March 18, 2026 vaping dudley health youth smoking publichealth council prevention schools grants Concerns are mounting in Dudley as children increasingly replace pacifiers with vapes, prompting calls for more decisive action to prevent youth smoking and vaping. Cllr Sue Ridney expressed these worries during the Dudley … Read More
Birmingham Comprehensive Schools Among Top 300 Nationwide Monday, March 16, 2026 birmingham comprehensives education schools rankings westmidlands innercity stpauls success awards Leading a comprehensive school presents significant challenges, especially in inner-city areas where resources and opportunities can be limited. Unlike selective grammar or fee-paying private schools, comprehensive schools … Read More
Midlands Schools Receive New Ofsted Inspection Grades Under Updated System Saturday, March 14, 2026 ofsted education schools inspections westmidlands grades curriculum leadership teaching assessment The latest Ofsted inspection results for schools across the West Midlands have been released, revealing a significant shift in how educational institutions are assessed. Following a major overhaul, Ofsted has replaced its … Read More