New School Attendance Targets and Friday Clubs Plan
Every mainstream state school in England will get individual attendance targets from September, with Friday clubs encouraged to tackle persistent absence that has doubled since Covid.
Category : Education Policy
GCSE Shake-Up Proposed Under Burnham and Powell
A report by Professor Becky Francis proposes fewer GCSE exams, shorter tests, and earlier technical focus. Education Secretary Lucy Powell supports reforms to reduce curriculum stress.
Dudley Council invests £4.7m to tackle NEET issue
Dudley Council has approved a £4.7m investment to refurbish Halesowen College's Trinity Point campus, adding 380 student places to tackle the borough's high NEET rate.
Universal Credit free school meals expansion from September
From September 2026, free school meal eligibility will expand for all Universal Credit recipients, saving them up to £495 per child every year.
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School Uniform Rules Set to Change from September
From September, schools cannot require more than three branded uniform items. New Labour rules aim to cut costs, but research shows many parents remain unaware.
Ukrainian judge awarded honorary doctorate by Edge Hill
Edge Hill University awards Honorary Doctor of Laws to Ukrainian constitutional law expert Professor Iurii Barabash for strengthening international legal ties and the UK-Ukraine Twin for Hope partnership.
PM Burnham Unveils Technical Education Reforms for 14-Year-Olds
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces new technical education pathways for 14-year-olds, combining academic subjects with skills training and work experience from 2028, aiming to put technical education on equal footing with academics.
Burnham DWP Plan: Teen Job Link Scheme
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces plan to link 14-year-olds with skilled jobs, aiming to reduce the DWP welfare bill by preventing disconnection from work early.
New School Rule for Children Born After 2014 Confirmed
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed a major education shake-up for children born after 2014, introducing technical education pathways from age 14 from 2028.
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Burnham Tightens DWP Benefit Rules and Unveils School Reform
PM Andy Burnham ties DWP benefit conditions to school reforms, letting Year 10 pupils combine academic and technical education to tackle over one million NEET.
Burnham Universal Credit Free School Meals September
All Universal Credit households above the £7,400 income cap will qualify for free school meals from September, saving up to £495 per child per year and lifting 100,000 children out of poverty.
Three New School Rules from September for Parents
From September 2026, Andy Burnham's government introduces three school changes: limits on branded uniform, free breakfast clubs at 1,400 more schools, and expanded free school meals.
Birmingham School to Close Sutton Coldfield Site Over VAT
Highclare School is closing its Woodfield site in Sutton Coldfield, with VAT on fees and rising costs cited as key factors, impacting pupil numbers and jobs.
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
52% of Professionals Regret University Degree, Study Shows
New research reveals 52% of professionals regret their degree, with financial barriers and work experience value driving the shift. Science, law, and education have highest regret rates.
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HMRC Urges Parents to Extend Child Benefit by 31 August
HMRC reminds parents of 16-19-year-olds to extend Child Benefit claims if teens continue education or training. Act by 31 August via HMRC app or GOV.UK.
Weekend Students Get Loan Repayment Reprieve in England
The UK government has reversed a controversial student loan rule that would have forced 22,000 weekend students to repay up to £55,000 on an accelerated timeline following a 15,000-signature petition.
Fish and Chips Banned in Schools Under New Meal Rules
The Labour government's new school food standards, which prohibit deep-fried foods, chocolate brownies, and 'grab and go' options, have ignited fierce criticism from headteachers and students across England.
Teacher Banned After £20k Cannabis Package Intercepted
A PE teacher from Redditch has been prohibited from teaching after Border Force intercepted a cannabis package worth £20,000 addressed to his home.
Teacher Reveals Sinister Misogyny in West Midlands Schools
A former Wolverhampton teacher with 30 years' experience describes a disturbing escalation of sexism in classrooms, calling for urgent education and legislative action.
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White Working-Class Children Left Behind in Schools
Education expert Roshan Doug highlights the overlooked crisis of white working-class children underperforming in GCSEs, urging for inclusive policies and community engagement to address systemic inequalities.
Turkey School Shooting: 16 Injured, Teen Gunman Dies
A teenage gunman opened fire at a vocational school in southeastern Turkey, injuring 16 people before taking his own life. Students jumped from windows to escape the terrifying attack.
School Meal Overhaul Bans Deep-Fried Foods to Combat Obesity
School meals are undergoing a major reform with bans on deep-fried foods and limits on desserts to tackle childhood obesity and dental decay, as part of new government standards.
Student Loan Interest Rates Capped at 6% from September
The Government has confirmed a 6% cap on interest rates for Plan 2 and Plan 3 student loans starting September 1, 2026, to protect borrowers from rising debt amid inflationary pressures.
Student Loan Interest Rates Capped at 6%
The Department for Education announces a cap on interest rates for plan 2 and plan 3 student loans at 6%, providing immediate protection for graduates and current students.
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UK Teens Face Social Media Ban in Labour Trial
Hundreds of UK teenagers will participate in a six-week social media ban trial, testing digital curfews and time limits as part of a government study on under-16 access.
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