Birmingham Schools Face Closures as Storm Goretti Hits UK
Storm Goretti threatens more UK school closures after 1,000+ shut Tuesday. Check if your child's school in Birmingham is affected with our guide.
Category : Education
Teachers banned for child abuse keep pensions
Exclusive: Over 150 teachers barred for sexual misconduct since 2015, yet none have lost their taxpayer-funded pensions. Calls grow for urgent government action.
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.
Schools closed for safety amid freezing Black Country weather
Several schools and colleges across the Black Country remain closed due to hazardous icy conditions and snow, disrupting the post-Christmas return. Key updates on Alder Coppice Primary, Ormiston Forge Academy, Sandwell College, and Halesowen College.
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.
Full list of UK school closures due to snow
An Arctic blast forces widespread school closures across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Get the full list of affected schools and the latest Met Office forecast.
Birmingham School Closures After Snow Forecast
Hundreds of UK schools are closed as snow and ice warnings cause disruption. Check if your child's school in Birmingham is affected using the Government site.
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.
UK School Closures Extended Tuesday Due to Snow
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closed again on Tuesday due to heavy snow and ice. Check the full list of affected areas and the latest Met Office weather warnings.
Worcester student awarded £2,700 university bursary
Emma Corbin, 18, receives a £2,700 educational award from the Oddfellows friendly society to support her Geography degree at Durham University. Discover how the funding helps.
Erdington Hall Primary Pupils Beat National SATs Average
Erdington Hall Primary School celebrates as 63% of Year 6 pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, surpassing both local and national averages. Discover the school's winning formula.
Family Experts Share New Year Resolutions for 2026
Leading UK family charities reveal simple New Year resolutions for parents to boost children's wellbeing in 2026. From phone safety to emotional support, discover small changes with a big impact.
Nuneaton School Closed After Major Cyber Attack
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains shut after a targeted hack crippled its IT systems. Pupils get extra days off as technicians work to restore security. Read for updates.
Black Country Schools Shut Due to Snow
Multiple primary schools and a college in the Black Country are closed or delayed on Monday, January 5, 2026, due to hazardous snow and ice. Check the latest updates for parents.
Nuneaton school shut for days after cyber attack
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains closed after a cyber attack crippled its IT systems. Pupils face at least two extra days off. Read the latest updates.
UK Snow Causes Widespread School Closures
A major snowstorm has forced hundreds of schools across the UK to close on Monday, January 5, 2026. Check the full list of affected schools in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
MPs to debate four-day school week petition
MPs will debate a petition signed by thousands demanding a four-day school week to tackle teacher burnout. The government opposes the move, citing childcare and economic impacts.
Child 'pushed off chair' at Leicester primary school
Parents claim a seven-year-old was pushed by a staff member at Stokes Wood Primary in Leicester, leaving the child with a head injury. The school's investigation concluded safeguards were followed.
Five West Midlands Teachers Banned for Misconduct
Five teachers from Birmingham and the West Midlands have been indefinitely banned from the classroom following proven misconduct, including inappropriate contact with pupils. Read the full details.
Leicester Vice-Chancellor Professor Nishan Canagarajah Knighted
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President of the University of Leicester, receives a knighthood in the 2026 King's New Year Honours for his transformative work in higher education and inclusion.
Hull College digital chief awarded OBE in New Year Honours
Deb Millar, Hull College's digital transformation director, receives an OBE for her exceptional services to education and pioneering work in AI and digital inclusion. Discover her inspiring journey.
Hugh Baird College Principal awarded OBE in New Year Honours
Rachael Hennigan, Principal of Hugh Baird College in Bootle, receives an OBE for her exceptional contribution to further education and transforming lives across the Liverpool City Region.
Hull College CEO Debra Gray receives CBE for education services
Hull College Principal and CEO Debra Gray has been awarded a CBE in the New Year Honours. The honour recognises her leadership in turning around the college's fortunes and her services to education. Read her inspiring story.
Birmingham Primary School 2026 Applications Close Jan 15
Parents in Birmingham must submit primary school applications for September 2026 by January 15. Late forms risk children missing their preferred school. Here's the full guide.
Critical Jan 15 Deadline for Wolverhampton School Applications
Urgent reminder for Wolverhampton parents: the deadline for primary school applications is 15 January 2026. With only 43% submitted, late applications risk losing preferred school places.
Urgent School Application Deadline for Wolverhampton Parents
Wolverhampton Council urges parents to apply for September 2026 primary school places before the January 15 deadline. Online applications are quick and secure.
Edge Hill University's 2025 Highlights: Success & Community Impact
Edge Hill University reflects on a landmark 2025, celebrating student achievements, award-winning research, and campus milestones that strengthened its community. Discover the year's highlights.
HMRC confirms Child Benefit rise for parents from April 2026
HMRC and the Labour government announce a 3.8% increase in Child Benefit and Guardian's Allowance from April 2026. Find out the new weekly rates and how to access Tax-Free Childcare support.
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