21 West Midlands Celebrities' School Days
Discover the Birmingham and West Midlands schools that shaped famous stars like Ozzy Osbourne and J.R.R. Tolkien. Did any attend your local school?
Discover the Birmingham and West Midlands schools that shaped famous stars like Ozzy Osbourne and J.R.R. Tolkien. Did any attend your local school?
Celebrity chef James Martin opens up about his seven-year facial cancer battle, revealing he felt 'kicked down' but now feels 'great'. Read his inspiring health journey.
220 young musicians from South Wales schools delivered a spectacular performance at the Music for Youth Proms. Discover how this initiative empowers the next generation.
The Persimmon Foundation donates £50,000 to Stephens and George Charitable Trust for vocational training, supporting 100 young people in Merthyr Tydfil. Discover how this transforms local futures.
The government's free breakfast club expansion will save families £450 and 95 hours yearly, aiding the cost of living crisis. Over 500,000 children to benefit.
Bristol startup Emm's high-tech menstrual cup raises £6.8m. The wearable device tracks flow and cycle data, launching in the UK in 2026. Discover the future of women's health tech.
This Morning's life coach Michelle Elman reveals she needs another brain operation to remove a cyst. The 32-year-old has already undergone 15 surgeries.
Discover how one family is using Manuka Doctor honey's natural antibacterial properties to fight colds and support immunity this winter. A simple daily step for better health.
I'm A Celebrity's Jack Osbourne opens up about living with incurable multiple sclerosis and how it could impact his jungle experience. Discover his inspiring story.
The world's largest review links ultra-processed foods to harm in every major organ system. Discover the shocking health risks and why experts are demanding action now.
Home Office minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to demand more recognition for their work, citing the example of Birmingham bin workers. Discover the government's plan for schools.
Dan Buck draws on his 20-year mental health journey to support patients at EPUT's secure unit. Discover how lived experience workers are revolutionising inpatient care in Essex.
Experts reveal when cold extremities indicate underlying health problems like Raynaud's phenomenon. Learn the warning signs and how to stay warm during the UK cold snap.
Birmingham City University launches a captivating visual history book spanning its 182-year journey, showcasing its profound impact on the city and global community. Discover the legacy.
Parenting coach and ex-teacher Abi Clarke refuses to make her children do homework, labelling it 'detrimental'. Discover why she's calling for its abolition.
Doctors warn that persistent headaches and irritability could signal chronic stress. Learn the key symptoms and when to seek professional medical advice.
Elliott Smith, 50, has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after sending inappropriate emails to a student at Belper School. Read the full investigation details.
Stockport County Community Trust launches a pioneering health and care research programme at Edgeley Park stadium, making vital studies more accessible to the local community.
Health experts issue an urgent warning as antibiotic-resistant infections increase in the West Midlands. Learn how to help tackle this critical health threat.
Nationwide Building Society partners with Shout to provide immediate, confidential mental health support via text. Text 'NATION' to 85258 for free, 24/7 help. No one has to face a crisis alone.
Musinc receives major £100,000 Youth Music grant to support young musicians in Middlesbrough facing barriers. Discover how this funding will create inclusive music opportunities until 2028.
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.
As Dudley Council plans to cut costs by bringing SEND pupils back from independent schools, a headteacher cautions that educational quality must come before budgets. Discover the full story.
Over 180,000 people sign a petition against 'unfair' school holiday prices, as MPs debate fines for term-time absences. Is it time for travel firms to change?
Wings School Notts wins top NASS award for inclusive PE, months after Youth Sport Trust honour. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.
Two Grŵp Llandrillo Menai engineering students, Lewis Cahill and Kenan Davies-Zorlu, have received national Financial Literacy Improvement Awards for developing their maths skills.
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.
New government data reveals 23 Midlands secondary schools rank in England's top 10%, with King Edward VI Camp Hill Girls leading. Discover which schools made the cut.
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.
Market Field School in Essex has been crowned The Most Outstanding School for Students with Moderate Learning Difficulties at the Enablement Awards 2025. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.