£2.6m Expansion Planned for Wolverhampton School
Colton Hills Community School in Wolverhampton is set for a £2.6m expansion to create space for 79 more pupils. Read the full details on the submitted plans and rising student numbers.
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Wolverhampton school transformed in Ofsted triumph
A Wolverhampton secondary school, once among the worst in the country, achieves 'strong standard' in Ofsted's new grading system. Discover the incredible turnaround story.
Stow Heath Primary School in Willenhall set for demolition
Plans submitted to demolish and replace 'poor condition' Stow Heath Primary School in Willenhall with a modern facility, including a new SEND unit, by September 2028. Read the full details.
Haslingden High School Teams Win Borough Athletics Titles
Year 7 girls and Year 8 boys from Haslingden High School have won their borough athletics competitions and will represent Rossendale in the county finals in Blackpool this March. Read their inspiring stories.
Wolverhampton factory fire crews remain 24 hours on
Firefighters continue to work at the scene of a major Wolverhampton factory blaze more than a day after it started. Get the latest updates and traffic advice here.
Wolverhampton factory fire: Major toxic incident declared
A huge factory fire in Wolverhampton's Blakenhall area has triggered a major toxic incident. Over 100 firefighters are tackling the blaze as residents are told to stay indoors. Follow live updates.
Ofsted's New School Inspection System Takes Effect
Ofsted has abolished its controversial one-word school ratings, introducing a detailed 'report card' system from January 2026. Discover how this change aims to provide a fairer picture for parents and schools.
Decision due on Wolverhampton pub after illegal flats found
A decision on reopening the former Royal Oak pub in Wolverhampton as an Indian grill is pending after council discovered seven unauthorised flats. Read the latest on the planning committee's verdict.
Leasowes High School closed due to burst water main
Leasowes High School in Halesowen has closed for the second time in days after a burst pipe caused a complete loss of water. Pupils were sent home for health and safety reasons.
New 5-flat plan for former Wolverhampton care home submitted
A developer has redrawn plans for flats at a former Tettenhall care home after council criticism. The new proposal for five units follows the rejection of a nine-flat scheme deemed 'excessive'. Read the latest.
Midlands Schools in UK Top 50: Sunday Times List
Six Midlands secondary schools have been ranked among the UK's top 50 in the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which grammar and private schools made the prestigious list.
Birmingham school locks toilets, sparks parent fury
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
Caretaker secretly filmed girls at West Bridgford School
A 'trusted' Midlands school caretaker has admitted voyeurism after pupils spotted a phone above a changing room door. Joshua Snow's case has been sent to crown court for sentencing.
Birmingham Schools Close After Heavy Snowfall
Heavy snow from Storm Goretti forces widespread school closures across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Get the latest list of affected schools and travel updates.
Full list of Black Country school closures due to snow
Heavy snowfall from Storm Goretti has led to widespread school closures across the Black Country for Friday, January 9. Find the full, updated list of affected schools here.
Birmingham School Closures: Friday Snow Warning
An amber weather warning for snow and ice threatens widespread disruption across the West Midlands on Friday, January 9. Check if your child's school is closed using the official government tool.
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.
West Midlands Schools Shut as Storm Goretti Hits
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.
£20m New School for Oldbury as 70-Year-Old Building Fails
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.
All Brentwood Trust Schools Rated Good or Outstanding
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.
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre 2026 Season Announced
Discover the 10 exciting shows coming to Wolverhampton's Grand Theatre in 2026, from SIX The Musical to Mamma Mia! and a brand-new pantomime. Book your tickets now.
Petition for traffic lights at Birmingham primary school
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.
Police Shame Drivers for Dangerous School Parking
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.
UK School Closures List for Wednesday Due to Snow
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.
Ex-Wolf Camara's Wine Bar Licence Decision Delayed
Former Wolves defender Mo Camara must wait five days to learn if he can keep Chill Wine Bar's licence after late-night lock-ins. He now plans to sell the troubled Tettenhall business.
Staffordshire school closures due to snow - full list
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 relaunches acting courses
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announces new foundation courses one year after pausing undergraduate training. Applications close March 26 for a September start.
Alder Coppice Primary 'rocked' by staff death
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.
School meal price rise sparks fury across UK
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.
Government rejects four-day school week petition
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.
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