Cardiff Student Wins Top Prize at UK Science Competition
Oleksandr Zhuravel from Fitzalan High School won the Intermediate Science award at The Big Bang Competition for his project on reducing microplastic pollution from laundry.
Category : Education
Exeter University Gets £6.4m for VR and Tech Labs
The University of Exeter has secured £6.4m in government funding to build new virtual reality labs and expand engineering facilities, aiming to develop skilled graduates for UK defence and tech sectors.
Walsall Schools Earn Exceptional Ofsted Ratings Despite Poverty
Two Walsall primary schools achieve exceptional Ofsted ratings despite being in one of the UK's worst child poverty areas, with 42% of children living in poverty.
Labour Defends Student Loan Changes Amid Backlash
Minister Lucy Rigby argues heavily subsidised student loans allow government to alter terms, as MPs launch inquiry into system fairness.
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Rochdale Cadet Olivia Mason at HMS Raleigh Camp
Olivia Mason, a Year 8 student from Rochdale, attended a Sea Cadet camp at HMS Raleigh in Cornwall, where she learned damage control, firefighting, and toured naval vessels.
Love Island's Sean and Lola Face Backlash for Early Exclusive
Love Island's Sean and Lola have become the first exclusive couple of series 13, sparking divided opinions among fans and former Islanders who question the move.
Why University May Not Be the Right Choice for Everyone
A growing number of students and parents in Birmingham question the value of a university degree, citing high costs and alternative career paths.
75% of Parents Attached to Childhood Toys
A new survey reveals that 75% of parents still have emotional attachments to their childhood toys, with many keeping them for decades.
Birmingham Schools Excel in New League Table Rankings
Several Birmingham secondary schools have been ranked among the best in England in a new league table by The Telegraph, with King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys scoring 39/40.
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Pupils Could Get Two Extra Days Off Under New School Rule Change
Headteachers in England are calling for two additional Inset days per year to implement SEND reforms, which would give pupils two extra days off annually.
Nursery Teachers in Sandwell and Dudley Get £4,500 Bonus
Qualified nursery teachers in Sandwell and Dudley can now apply for a £4,500 bonus under a government scheme to attract staff to deprived areas.
Birmingham School Gets Rare Exceptional Ofsted Rating (09.06.2026)
E-ACT North Birmingham Academy in Erdington is the only secondary school in Birmingham to receive an 'exceptional' Ofsted rating for its outstanding attendance strategies.
Top West Midlands Schools Thrive in Poverty Area
Two primary schools in Walsall, Goldsmith Primary Academy and Reedswood E-ACT Academy, have received exceptional Ofsted ratings despite being in one of the UK's worst child poverty areas.
Nursing Lecturer Wins National Award for Emergency Simulation
Danielle Dunne, Lecturer in Adult Nursing at the University of Derby, won 'University Educator of the Year' at the Student Nursing Times Awards 2026 for leading a large-scale 'rave' emergency simulation.
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Review of 'Hidden' Nursery Fees Launched
Education Secretary orders review into hidden nursery fees after parents report being charged extra for free childcare hours, with many dipping into savings.
Banning Under-16s From Social Media Treats Symptoms
Journalist Susan Lee argues that banning under-16s from social media is ineffective; instead, tech giants should be regulated to protect children from harmful content and addiction.
Birmingham pupils tell PM: Ban social media companies, not children
Birmingham schoolchildren urge PM Starmer to regulate social media companies instead of banning under-16s, citing addictive and hateful content online.
Cardinal Wiseman School Gets Top Ofsted Grades in Birmingham
Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School in Kingstanding receives 'strong standard' ratings in five areas from Ofsted, with inspectors praising pupils' 'impeccable' behaviour.
Bob Harris Steps Down from BBC Radio 2 Shows Due to Cancer
Bob Harris, 80, steps down from BBC Radio 2's Sounds Of The 70s and Country Show due to prostate cancer spread to his spine, calling it one of the hardest decisions of his life.
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Younger State Pensioners Get £44 Monthly Boost in June
Younger state pensioners receive an extra £44 per month in June as the new State Pension rises by £11 weekly due to the Triple Lock policy.
Student wins scholarship for transport app Snict
Luke Chadwick, a 21-year-old computer science student at Edge Hill University, won a prestigious scholarship for developing Snict, a transport app that helps students track bus services.
Birmingham Headteacher on Ofsted Progress Visit
Headteacher of Star King Solomon Academy in Birmingham welcomes Ofsted recognition of improvements after being rated inadequate 18 months ago.
Ofsted Awards 'Strong Standard' to Birmingham Schools
Ofsted has awarded new 'strong standard' ratings to several schools in Birmingham and the West Midlands, reflecting strong performance in key areas under the updated inspection framework.
North Birmingham Academy Gets Rare 'Exceptional' Ofsted Rating
North Birmingham Academy is the only secondary school in Birmingham to receive an 'exceptional' rating from Ofsted for its trailblazing attendance strategies.
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Student Loan Inquiry as Third Say Degree Not Worth It
An inquiry into England's student loan system has been launched by MPs amid a survey showing 34% believe a university degree is not worth the cost, the highest level of scepticism on record.
Leeds City College Secures New Campus for 1,500 Students
Leeds City College acquires Livingstone House at Leeds Dock for a new campus, creating 1,500 student places with £8m government funding. The 71,000 sqft facility will open in September 2026, initially hosting 300 health and social care students.
Parents Face £80 Fines for Term-Time Holidays
Parents warned of fines for taking children out of school during term time for holidays, with average savings of £567 but risk of £80 penalties.
Aldi Brings Back £5 School Uniform Bundle from June 28
Aldi confirms the return of its £5 school uniform bundle from June 28, offering essential items for children aged 4-12 with a 12-month satisfaction guarantee.
Ofqual Monitors A-Level Maths Paper Marking After Complaints
Nearly 19,000 students signed a petition after Edexcel A-Level Maths Paper 1 was deemed 'impossible'. Ofqual is monitoring marking, and Pearson says grade boundaries will reflect difficulty.
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Walsall Primary School Demolition Approved
Bloxwich Primary Academy in Walsall will be demolished and replaced with a new two-storey building, increasing capacity from 447 to 472 pupils, after DfE deemed it in poor condition.
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