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Expert: Scrap attendance awards, allow mental health days
Parenting expert Abi Clarke argues 'good attendance' awards are harmful and primary pupils need mental health days to prevent severe burnout. Discover her call for change.
Village school shrinks capacity as families flee HS2 disruption
Water Orton Primary School is set to reduce its yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils by 2027. Local MP Rachel Taylor blames HS2 disruption for families leaving the area. Read the full story.
Pupils' Jingle Bell Jog Supports East Cheshire Hospice
Dean Valley Primary School pupils ran a festive Jingle Bell Jog to raise money for East Cheshire Hospice. The school community rallies around the vital local charity as it prepares for its annual Christmas tree collection.
Derby students raise £2k+ for charity at festive market
Year 12 students at Derby Cathedral School organised the school's inaugural Christmas market, raising over £2,000 for local charities. The event featured 35 stalls and was part of the Archbishop's Young Leaders Award.
Shoplifter jailed and banned from Black Country stores
Timonthy Lydon, 29, has been jailed for eight months and given an 18-month community behaviour order banning him from specific shops and Bilston High Street after 13 thefts. Police warn of impact on businesses.
Warwickshire Council Leader Defies Vote on School Transport
Warwickshire's Reform UK leader vows to ignore council vote demanding he withdraw a letter to government seeking powers to cut school transport costs. Opposition unites against the move.
School's Festive Surprise for Hospitalised Pupil in Derby
Staff from Firs Primary School in Derby brought Christmas magic to eight-year-old Michal Winter in hospital after he missed the school's 'Breakfast with Santa' due to his rare condition. Read this heartwarming story.
Midlands School in Top 20 of Sunday Times 2026 Rankings
A Midlands secondary school has been ranked among the nation's elite in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list and why.
School's Elf on the Shelf Pranks Go Viral
Amble Links Primary School's hilarious Elf on the Shelf antics, from sheep blockades to lifeboat theft, have become a beloved community tradition and an online sensation. Discover the festive mischief.
Bilston market traders offered two months' free rent
Bilston market traders will pay no rent for two months as a multi-million-pound regeneration scheme faces major delays and cost increases. Read the full story.
Pupils' festive run raises £223 for air ambulance
Early Years children at Blackawton Primary School in Totnes have raised vital funds for Devon Air Ambulance through a sponsored Santa run. Donations can still be made via their JustGiving page.
Hogarth Primary's Christmas Market Builds Community Spirit
Hogarth Primary School in Brentwood brought families together with its annual Ho, Ho, Hogarth Christmas market. Read how the event fostered community trust and entrepreneurship.
Lidl's Bilston redevelopment plans approved
City of Wolverhampton Council approves Lidl's plans to demolish its outdated Bilston store and replace it with a modern supermarket, increasing parking and jobs.
Larchwood Primary Pupils Take on New Leadership Roles
Pupils at Larchwood Primary in Brentwood are shaping their school's future as junior governors, digital leaders, and eco champions. Discover how these roles build citizenship.
Brentwood School Parents Boost Reading in Classrooms
Larchwood Primary in Brentwood invites parents to read with pupils each term, fostering a love of books and boosting vocabulary. Headteacher Steve Bowsher shares the success story.
Outdated Bilston Lidl to be flattened for new store
Plans to replace the 'outdated' Lidl in Bilston with a modern supermarket have been approved. The redevelopment will increase parking and improve the High Street entrance.
Headmaster's festive Mission Impossible spoof goes viral
Malvern College head Keith Metcalfe stars in a hilarious Mission Impossible parody to announce the end of term. Watch the two-minute festive film now!
Birmingham's Best Primary Schools for 2026
Discover the 27 highest-performing primary schools in Birmingham based on the latest Key Stage 2 SATs results. See which schools lead in reading, maths, and writing standards for 2025.
Birmingham's Outstanding Primary Schools Listed
Discover the exclusive list of Birmingham primary schools rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted. Parents must submit applications by January 15 for September 2026 intake.
Children's home closure upheld after planning appeal fails
A Bilston children's home must close after a planning inspector rejected an appeal against a Dudley Council enforcement notice. The home was operating without permission, causing noise and police call-outs.
£1,500 Donation Boosts Rare Disease Charity in Somerset
A Somerset charity supporting families with rare genetic condition PCD receives a vital £1,500 boost from David Wilson Redrow South West. Discover how the donation will help.
£50m School for Walsall Gets Green Light
The Department for Education confirms a £50m free school in Walsall, creating 1000 places. Windsor Academy Trust will deliver the project, which faces local opposition over its Reedswood Park site.
West Midlands Primary Schools in Times Top 100
Four West Midlands state primary schools have been ranked among the nation's top 100 in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list.
Birmingham's 27 Best Primary Schools Based on KS2 Results
The Department for Education has published its latest league tables. Discover which 27 Birmingham primary schools had the highest proportion of pupils meeting expected standards in 2025 SATs.
Planned Solihull Special School Scrapped After Funding Shift
A planned 150-place special school in Shirley, Solihull, has been cancelled after the government redirected £3bn to create specialist places in mainstream schools. Council leader expresses disappointment.
Student arrested at St Peter's Catholic School in Solihull
A teenager from St Peter's Catholic School in Solihull has been arrested and bailed over alleged indecent images. Police and school are cooperating as the investigation continues.
School pupil arrested in indecent images investigation
A teenager from St Peter's Catholic School in Solihull has been arrested and bailed over indecent images allegations. Police and school confirm safeguarding is priority. Contact us.
Grimsargh School Wins £25k for Playground Revamp
Grimsargh St Michael’s C of E Primary School receives a £25,000 parish council grant to kickstart a £100,000 playground transformation, aiming for a more inclusive, nature-rich space for local children.
Birmingham nursery head absent in 'internal process'
The executive headteacher of two Birmingham nursery schools is absent as the council conducts a confidential internal process. Both schools remain open.
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