Tom Felton Visits Birmingham School
Harry Potter actor Tom Felton surprised pupils at a Birmingham school with a visit, sharing magical moments and inspiring students with stories from his acting career.
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Oldbury school gets exceptional Ofsted grade for attendance
Moat Farm Junior School in Oldbury has been rated 'exceptional' by Ofsted for attendance and behaviour, one of the first schools to receive the new top grade under revised inspection criteria.
Birmingham School Wins TES Secondary School of the Year 2026
E-ACT Heartlands Academy in Nechells, Birmingham, has been named Secondary School of the Year at the TES Awards 2026, outperforming national averages despite 74% of students being disadvantaged.
Teacher banned for 40,000 messages with pupil
Alexander Webb, 30, has been banned from teaching after exchanging nearly 40,000 messages with a pupil and having a six-month sexual relationship while working at a school in Stafford.
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Struggling with unruly curls? Lookfantastic offers a Garnier bundle worth £50 to help you tame your hair. Find out what's included and how to get it.
Aston Villa Announce Six Pre-Season Friendlies for Summer
Aston Villa have confirmed six pre-season friendlies, including matches against Bayern Munich and Real Sociedad, ahead of their Super Cup clash with PSG in August.
On This Day: Queen Victoria Crowned in 1838 and More
Learn about Queen Victoria's coronation in 1838, plus trivia on sacred oaks, Pop-o-Matic, and answers to today's quiz questions.
From Edge Hill to Netflix: Stephen Burke's Journey
Stephen Burke, an Edge Hill University graduate, built a career as a Team GB bodybuilder, Netflix actor, and performance coach, crediting his student years for the discipline and support that fueled his success.
Smartphone Ban in English Schools Starts Monday
From Monday June 29, Section 36 of the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 bans smartphones in all English schools, with Ofsted enforcement and exceptions for medical needs.
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Dobbin: Long-Term Goal to Play for Aston Villa
Lewis Dobbin, 23, says his long-term aim is to play for Aston Villa after loan spells at Preston, West Brom, and Norwich, despite injury setbacks.
Birmingham driving test centre tops UK fault list
Garretts Green Centre in Birmingham recorded 209,523 faults on driving tests between Jan 2024 and Mar 2025, the highest in Great Britain, with Kingstanding Centre also in the top five.
King Edward VI School Best in Midlands League Table
King Edward VI School in Stratford-upon-Avon has been named the best secondary school in the Midlands in a new league table by The Telegraph, ranking 18th nationally.
NatWest AI Ethics Accreditation for 60,000 Staff
NatWest has launched a bank-wide accreditation in AI and Data Ethics, making the training available to 60,000 staff members, building on its partnership with the University of Edinburgh.
Wolverhampton GP Creates Activity Book to Reduce Screen Time
Dr Hassan Ashraf, a Wolverhampton GP, created Alphabet Animals activity book to help parents reduce children's screen time and develop motor skills.
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Child Benefit Claim Boosts State Pension Automatically
Claiming Child Benefit from HMRC can automatically boost your State Pension through National Insurance credits, helping fill gaps in your record. Parents are urged to claim even if they opt out of payments.
Rent a Room Scheme Raises Tax-Free Allowance to £20,070
HMRC's Rent a Room scheme allows homeowners to earn up to £7,500 tax-free, boosting their personal allowance to £20,070. The standard allowance is £12,570.
North Birmingham Academy Gets Exceptional Ofsted Rating
North Birmingham Academy is the only secondary school in Birmingham to receive an 'exceptional' Ofsted rating, praised for trailblazing attendance methods and high standards.
Football Fever Inspires Reading and Writing at School
Professional footballer and author Seth Burkett visited Chase High School in Westcliff to inspire Year 7 and 8 students with his Football Goat series, boosting literacy and creativity.
Founder of School for Autistic Children Steps Down
Adam Dean, who opened Chatten Free School for children with autism and complex needs, is leaving after five years, having recently received his own autism and ADHD diagnosis.
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Woodend School Expands Leadership for New Secondary
Woodend Farm School in Witham appoints Danielle O'Neill as assistant headteacher as it prepares to open a secondary school in Great Baddow for 15 students, expanding its specialist SEND provision.
Scott Sellars explains Birmingham City U-turn and push plan
Scott Sellars has returned to coaching as Birmingham City's Senior Pathway to Professional and Under-21s Coach, aiming to develop elite players and improve the academy's performance.
Schools Fine Parents for Breaking Holiday Rule from Monday
From Monday, schools will fine parents for taking term-time holidays, with penalties up to £80 per child. Headteachers warn ignoring rules won't be tolerated despite financial savings.
Free Holiday Clubs Return to Birmingham Summer 2026
Birmingham's Bring it on Brum! programme offers hundreds of free holiday clubs with meals for eligible children. Bookings open June 29.
Scott Sellars: Wolves rise, Man City connection and Blues teens
Scott Sellars appointed Birmingham City under-21s coach. The 60-year-old brings experience from Man City, Wolves, and Al Jazira, aiming to improve Blues' Premier League 2 performance.
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Birmingham City Appoint Scott Sellars as U21s Coach
Birmingham City have appointed Scott Sellars, former Wolves and Al Jazira sporting director, as Senior Pathway to Professional and Under-21s Coach, aiming to strengthen their academy after a tough Premier League 2 season.
Children's Parliament meets at Nottingham Council House
Over 80 primary pupils from 38 Flying High Partnership schools met at Nottingham's Council House to share plans for implementing 'Children's Characteristics' like aspiration and resilience.
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Europe and China Must Shift from AI Rivalry to Cooperation
Europe and China need to move from tech rivalry to constructive engagement in AI, focusing on shared governance, safety standards, and global cooperation to harness AI benefits.
Six Birmingham City players to watch in pre-season
Birmingham City begin pre-season next week. Six players, including Ryan Allsop and Kyogo Furuhashi, have futures to secure or starting spots to claim.
DfE Confirms Mobile Phone Ban in All Schools from Monday
The Department for Education confirms a new statutory mobile phone ban in all state-funded schools in England from 29 June 2026, making existing guidance legal.
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Digital exclusion hits 90% of low-income disabled families
Nine in ten families with disabled children on low incomes are digitally excluded, with many cutting back on essentials to afford internet, new research from Family Fund reveals.
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