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.
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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.
Mystery firm to move into converted Victorian manor house
A deteriorating 19th-century manor house near Leominster gets planning approval for conversion into offices and on-call accommodation for a secretive local business.
Greasby school's festive shoebox appeal for homeless
Pupils and staff at Our Lady of Pity RC Primary in Greasby have rallied to support the Shoebox Full of Love Christmas appeal for the second year, donating gifts for vulnerable people and pets across Merseyside.
Major Walsall fire at unit 'full of fireworks'
A huge fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to be full of fireworks, caused explosions and major damage. 55 firefighters were deployed. No injuries reported. Read the latest.
Birmingham's Top 30 Primary Schools Named for 2026
Discover the 30 highest-performing primary schools in Birmingham, as ranked by the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Explore the list and see which schools excel in reading, maths, and English.
Major Walsall Fire Involving Fireworks Contained
A major fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to contain fireworks, caused explosions. 55 firefighters responded. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Major Walsall fire at storage unit full of fireworks
A major fire erupted at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks, requiring 55 firefighters. Pleck Road was closed. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Explosion at Walsall unit full of fireworks forces firefighter to run
Dramatic footage shows a firefighter fleeing a massive explosion at a Walsall industrial unit packed with fireworks. 55 crews battled the blaze. Read the latest updates.
Major Walsall fire causes fireworks explosion
A major fire at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks led to dramatic explosions. Pleck Road remains closed as emergency services continue operations.
Five-Star Luxury for £90 at Celtic Manor Resort
Discover how one journalist experienced five-star luxury at the Celtic Manor Resort for just £90, including a surprise dinner discount and festive grandeur. A must-read for UK travel deals.
Half Price Drayton Manor Christmas Tickets Deal
Families can save with a 2-for-1 ticket offer for Drayton Manor's Christmas Wonderland. Experience festive rides, Santa's Grotto and more for just £25 for two.
Christmas at Baddesley Clinton: A Festive Day Out
Discover Baddesley Clinton, a stunning Tudor manor house near Birmingham, transformed for Christmas with roaring fires, festive decorations & a magical Snowman trail. Perfect family day out!
Bournville's Dry Christmas Festival Returns for 2025
Bournville's charming Christmas Festival returns on November 29 with Santa, crafts & lights. Discover the unique alcohol-free tradition in Birmingham's historic village.
Hampton Manor in UK's Top 50 Boutique Hotels
Solihull's Hampton Manor, with its Michelin-starred restaurant, has been ranked 13th in the UK's Top 50 Boutique Hotels. Discover this stunning food-led retreat.
320 Pupils Become Young Sports Ambassadors
Over 320 primary school children in Carmarthenshire have been trained as Young Sports Ambassadors, contributing 1000+ volunteer hours to inspire peers and build active communities. Discover how to get involved.
School cancels Christmas show after racist abuse online
A Scottish primary school scraps its Christmas production following a torrent of racist abuse targeting a planned scene about Syrian refugee children. Police are investigating.
Birmingham Health Centres Upgrade to Cut Waiting Lists
Stockland Green and Summerfield health centres in Birmingham will transform into neighbourhood health hubs with GPs, dentists and pharmacists under one roof as part of a national NHS initiative to reduce waiting times.
M6 Crash: Two Injured, Major Delays After Collision
Two men injured in a multi-vehicle crash on the M6 northbound near Walsall. Severe 90-minute delays and 8 miles of congestion reported. All lanes now open.
School choir performs at Hamleys Christmas VIP party
Kelvedon Hatch Community Primary School Choir spread festive cheer at Hamleys Christmas Windows Unveiling in London. Read about their magical performance with Santa and celebrity guests.
Birmingham's Former Oscott Manor School Site for Auction
Birmingham City Council is auctioning the 1.6-acre site of the former Oscott Manor School with a £750,000+ guide price. Discover the development potential of this cleared Kingstanding land.
HS2 move forces school to cut pupil capacity by third
Water Orton Primary School, relocated for HS2, plans to reduce admissions as families leave the area. Public consultation begins on cutting yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils.
Major Revamp for Historic Wolverhampton School Approved
City of Wolverhampton Council approves a major redevelopment for The Royal School, including a new 630-pupil primary school and sports facilities. Completion is set for 2028.
Solihull school lockdown over man chanting about demons
Our Lady of the Wayside Catholic Primary School in Shirley imposed a 45-minute lockdown after reports of a man chanting about demons and children. Police search continues.
Birmingham school gets £747k for structural repairs
A £747,000 project has been approved for Story Wood Primary School in Birmingham to fix structural damage, damp, and flooding issues, ensuring a safe learning environment.
Brentwood four-year-olds star in dance show
Children as young as four at Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood performed a special dance show for parents after a day of workshops with Don Rae Academy of Movement and Arts.
Birmingham Schools Propose Merger Amid Falling Demand
Birmingham City Council proposes merging Bellfield Infant and Junior Schools due to falling pupil numbers and financial challenges. Public consultation open until December 5.
Didcot pupils enjoy steam train adventure
Year 2 students from All Saints CE Primary School experienced an unforgettable educational journey aboard a vintage steam train, made possible by Taylor Wimpey's community initiative.
2025 Curriculum Shake-Up: What's Changing in Schools
Major educational reforms are coming to UK schools in 2025. Discover how maths, science, and foundation subjects will transform your child's learning experience.
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