Falinge Park High School students joined Mayor Andy Burnham to interview Holocaust survivor Tomi Komoly BEM, highlighting vital Holocaust education efforts in Rochdale schools amid rising antisemitism.
Ofsted inspectors have noted positive developments at Beaufort Special School in Hodge Hill, Birmingham, which remains in special measures but is moving in the right direction after significant leadership changes.
Richard Gill, CEO of the Arthur Terry Learning Partnership, has formally resigned following a financial crisis that led to teacher strikes and a £9 million debt.
Birmingham City Council has apologised and paid compensation after a delay in issuing an EHC Plan caused a child to miss special educational needs provision.
Andrew Peacock, a maths teacher, accepted a police caution after being seen naked on Ellison Street. A disciplinary hearing found his actions may bring the profession into disrepute.
Thousands of Birmingham parents continue to take children out of school for term-time holidays despite increased fines, with 11,605 penalties issued in nine months.
Goldsmith Primary Academy in Walsall becomes the first West Midlands school to receive Ofsted's new 'exceptional' grade, achieving top marks in three key areas under the revamped inspection system.
A former headteacher and Dudley councillor argues parents are unfairly penalised for taking children on holidays after exams finish, calling for government reform.
Ripon Grammar School in North Yorkshire celebrates a record twelve students receiving Oxbridge offers, with subjects ranging from medicine to classics, highlighting exceptional academic achievement.
A Walsall mother receives £2,400 compensation after the council failed to deliver essential special education provision outlined in her child's EHCP plan.
The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership reveals a £9 million deficit, with DfE loans and strict conditions. A six-stage plan aims to avoid compulsory redundancies while addressing financial pressures.
Uniformed Public Service learners at Coleg Cambria Deeside have raised £2,911 for the Royal British Legion after 30+ hours of volunteering across Flintshire.
A complimentary conference for Birmingham school music teachers will focus on networking, sharing ideas, and supporting children's musical journeys from primary to secondary education.
Four students from St James' Catholic High School in Cheadle Hulme have triumphed in a real-world cyber security competition, developing an innovative age verification app for social media platforms.
Over 500 new free breakfast clubs will launch across West Midlands schools in April 2026, joining existing schemes to serve 300,000+ children daily before lessons.
Outwood Academy Hemsworth pays tribute to Iain Booker, a cornerstone teacher who died suddenly from a brain injury after nearly three decades of service.
A Midland university has expressed devastation after a student was fatally stabbed just yards from campus. Police are investigating the incident which occurred in Leicester city centre.
Pupils at Four Dwellings Primary Academy in Quinton have gained essential financial literacy through interactive HSBC workshops, learning about earning, saving, spending and budgeting through engaging activities.
Over 500 new free breakfast clubs will open in Birmingham schools in April 2026, expanding the programme to 1,250 schools and supporting over 300,000 children across England.
A murder investigation is underway after a student was stabbed near De Montfort University in Leicester. Police have arrested an 18-year-old man and are appealing for witnesses.
A group of Chase High School Sixth Form media studies students from Westcliff-on-Sea visited the Warner Bros Studio Tour in London to enhance their understanding of professional film production techniques.
A Year 5 pupil at Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood won a raffle to become headteacher for a day, taking on duties from gate welcomes to Spanish lessons.
Discover Explorers Play Village in Sutton Coldfield, a new play centre where children engage in role-play activities like being bakers or doctors, with hidden writing and STEM learning integrated into fun sessions for families.
A nostalgic journey through vintage photographs capturing school life in Birmingham and the West Midlands during the 1970s and 1980s, showcasing classrooms, playgrounds, and daily routines.
Heather Woolley and Natalie Snell launch Explorers Play Village in Sutton Coldfield, blending imaginative role-play with STEM and writing skills for children aged 0-8.
Step back in time with a collection of vintage photographs showcasing school life in Birmingham and the West Midlands during the 1970s and 1980s. These nostalgic images capture classrooms, playgrounds, and daily routines from a bygone educational era.
Student loan interest payments have surged to 8%, with experts calling the system 'broken' and likening it to a 'shady tax scam' affecting millions of graduates.
Dunky's Day Nursery & Forest School in Warrington invites families to an Open Day on February 10 and a February half-term Holiday Club from February 16 to 20, showcasing nature-led learning.
Former American footballer Jim Roberson, known as the Discipline Coach, captivated Year 11 pupils at Mayflower High School in Billericay during a special Revision Week, offering vital strategies to boost exam performance and motivation.
The University of Cambridge announces the 2026 Cambridge Festival, featuring over 350 free events exploring AI, climate change, and societal challenges with high-profile speakers.