Storm Goretti Closes Black Country Schools: Full List
Multiple schools across the Black Country will be closed on Friday, January 9, due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. See the full list of closures and delayed starts here.
Multiple schools across the Black Country will be closed on Friday, January 9, due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. See the full list of closures and delayed starts here.
Multiple schools across Birmingham and the West Midlands are closed Friday due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. Get the latest list of closures and safety updates here.
Sandwell Council plans a new £20m Passivhaus school in Brandhall Village to replace the structurally failing Causeway Green Primary. The 70-year-old building is the borough's worst. Read the latest.
Discovery Educational Trust in Brentwood celebrates a milestone as all its schools achieve Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings, transforming former struggling schools. Read the inspiring turnaround story.
Nearly 180 people have signed a petition urging Birmingham City Council to install traffic lights outside City Road Primary School in Edgbaston to improve child safety on the busy Cavendish Road.
West Midlands Police issue tickets and shame drivers for 'inconsiderate and dangerous' parking on school zigzags in Halesowen, warning it puts lives at risk. Read the full story.
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closed on Wednesday, 7th January 2026, due to severe snow and ice. Check the full list of closures in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and England.
Jeremy Clarkson details the surprising mental and physical changes he experienced while losing three stone on the drug Mounjaro. Discover the full story behind his transformation.
Dozens of schools across Staffordshire are closed on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, due to dangerous snow and ice. Check the full list of closures and the council's safety criteria here.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announces new foundation courses one year after pausing undergraduate training. Applications close March 26 for a September start.
easyJet introduces a free twilight bag drop service at Birmingham Airport for early morning flights. Passengers can drop bags the evening before and get discounted parking. Save time and travel easier.
Alder Coppice Primary School in Sedgley is grieving the unexpected death of beloved site manager David Haycock. The school plans a special commemoration. Read the full story.
Outrage as school meal prices rise for the first time in nine years, hitting families in Northern Ireland and England. Experts warn of a 'massive negative impact' on children's health and education.
Children's Minister Josh MacAlister has dismissed calls for a four-day school week in England, warning it would harm learning and put pressure on families. Read the full response.
Age UK urges Leicester residents to donate unwanted Christmas presents to its Superstore. The Great Winter Bag Drop raises funds for vital services combating loneliness in older people this winter.
Struggling with weight gain after 40 despite no diet change? Experts say shifting hormones, not just calories, are the key. Discover the science and a potential natural solution.
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains shut after a targeted hack crippled its IT systems. Pupils get extra days off as technicians work to restore security. Read for updates.
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains closed after a cyber attack crippled its IT systems. Pupils face at least two extra days off. Read the latest updates.
Parents urged to weigh school bags as experts warn exceeding 10% of child's body weight can cause back pain, poor posture, and long-term musculoskeletal issues. Learn how to calculate the safe limit.
A UK GP shares five practical, evidence-based strategies to help you shed pounds after Christmas, focusing on diet, sleep, and home workouts. Start your healthier journey today.
Jeremy Clarkson details his 3-stone weight loss using Mounjaro, sharing candid side effects like reduced libido and a surprising need for new shoes. Discover his full journey.
Shoppers praise Amazon's £12.99 Christmas tree storage bag for its sturdiness and space. With over 10,000 sold, it's a top pick for Twelfth Night takedowns. See the reviews and alternatives.
Parents claim a seven-year-old was pushed by a staff member at Stokes Wood Primary in Leicester, leaving the child with a head injury. The school's investigation concluded safeguards were followed.
Shoppers queued overnight for new Birmingham store openings in 2025. The secret? Generous free goodie bags for early customers. Discover which brands drew the biggest crowds and what's coming in 2026.
Parents in Birmingham must submit primary school applications for September 2026 by January 15. Late forms risk children missing their preferred school. Here's the full guide.
Urgent reminder for Wolverhampton parents: the deadline for primary school applications is 15 January 2026. With only 43% submitted, late applications risk losing preferred school places.
Wolverhampton Council urges parents to apply for September 2026 primary school places before the January 15 deadline. Online applications are quick and secure.
Colette and Jade Glenn lost a combined 10 stone after joining a Slimming World group in Kings Heath. Discover how a simple poster changed their lives and led to a Woman of the Year win.
Adam Carpenter, 35, from Sutton Coldfield, transformed his health by losing seven stone with Slimming World after a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. Discover his life-changing journey.
Struggling to decide if your child is well enough for school? The NHS provides clear guidance on 17 common illnesses, from chickenpox to COVID-19. Learn the rules to keep everyone safe.