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.
The executive headteacher of two Birmingham nursery schools is absent as the council conducts a confidential internal process. Both schools remain open.
A determined learner driver has spent nearly £3,000 on 128 failed theory tests, while another passed on the 75th attempt. Discover the shocking statistics and expert advice for passing your driving tests.
Key developments in Walsall this week include a historic building conversion for NHS staff, a major green belt housing inquiry, and a row over a £50m free school. Get the full update.
Mystery surrounds the sudden departure of headteacher Helen Masaun from Perry Beeches and Marsh Hill Nursery Schools in Birmingham. The council confirms an 'internal process' is underway.
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.
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.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 crowns the West Midlands' top state, independent, and comprehensive schools based on latest exam results. Discover which local schools excelled.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 reveals Birmingham's best secondary schools, with state schools showing a remarkable 9.4 place surge. Discover the top performers.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has ranked the top secondary schools in the West Midlands for 2026. Discover which schools in Birmingham, Solihull, and Stratford made the prestigious lists.
Year 8-10 students from Mayflower High School in Billericay excelled at a French netball tournament, gaining professional coaching and building team spirit. Discover their inspiring journey.
A new Santander report reveals 71% of UK customers feel financially knowledgeable, but 48% wish they learned more about pensions. Mandatory school lessons are coming.
The Department for Education has broken its silence on a controversial £50m free school in Walsall, defending its process after criticism from MP Valerie Vaz. Read the full story.
A partnership between L&Q and Magic Breakfast serves over 100,000 healthy breakfasts to tackle morning hunger in London schools, boosting concentration and learning. See the impact.
Eleanor 'Ellie' Hague, 16, died in a collision between a minibus and a car in Tadcaster. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage after the fatal crash.
Discover the top-performing state secondary schools in Birmingham for 2024/25, ranked by Attainment 8 scores. See which schools are excelling in GCSE results.
A group of 40 GCSE Spanish students from Mayflower High School in Billericay have returned from a four-day immersive trip to Murcia, Spain. The 'no English' rule saw their confidence and language skills soar ahead of April exams.
Students at Mayflower High School in Billericay have been recognised for completing the demanding Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Award, placing them in an elite national group. Read about their community impact and the MP's celebratory visit.
Pupils at Ursuline Preparatory School in Warley have collected 162 gift-filled shoeboxes for Samaritan's Purse, bringing Christmas joy to children facing hardship globally. Discover how the community made a difference.
Award-winning Birmingham restaurant Asha's delivered a hands-on cookery session to Year 11 pupils at Selly Park Girls' School, aiming to inspire future hospitality careers. Read about the successful community initiative.
Campaigners call for four-day school week trials in England and Wales to address teacher workload and retention crisis. Could a shorter week boost wellbeing and results?
Queen Mary Grammar School in Walsall receives a £3,000 donation from Persimmon Homes to redevelop its outdoor sports facilities, benefiting both students and the wider local community.
A shocking report reveals 25 Birmingham families lied on school applications, with places revoked. Council considers a dedicated fraud officer amid rising cases.
A policy change in Devon automatically enrols eligible children for free school meals, helping over 1,300 more pupils. Discover how this initiative supports families.
City of Wolverhampton Council approves £2.6m to expand Colton Hills Community School, creating 79 new Year 7 places by 2027 to cope with significant local demand.
St Alphege CE School in Solihull achieves top Ofsted rating just years after being told to improve. Discover how leadership and community transformed this West Midlands school.
A police investigation is underway after a man's body was discovered on the grounds of Barwell Infant School in Leicestershire. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
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.
Wirral author Andy Hickin sells 800+ children's books promoting recycling, backed by BAMA and WD-40. His school workshops and new football-themed book inspire eco-friendly habits in young readers.
Tesco's Fruit & Veg for Schools initiative, now supporting over 500 schools, is hailed as 'life-changing' for improving children's health, concentration, and behaviour in disadvantaged areas.