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.
Category : Education Policy
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
Child Benefit Extended for 16-19 Year Olds in Education
HMRC announces parents can continue receiving Child Benefit until a child turns 20 if they remain in full-time education or approved training, with strict eligibility criteria.
Mum Praises Council's 'Life-Changing' Attendance Workshop
A Middleton mother credits Rochdale Borough Council's innovative attendance workshop for transforming her daughter's school attendance from 82% to 94% through tailored parental support strategies.
MP Challenged by Politics Students at School Visit
David Burton-Sampson, MP for Southend West, was thoroughly questioned by Year 12 students at Chase High School on topics ranging from drug policy to political philosophy during a recent visit.
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Review of Childcare Eligibility Thresholds Announced
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has announced a comprehensive review of free childcare eligibility thresholds, including the £100,000 income cap that has been frozen since 2017.
Virgin Media O2 Urges Parents to Check £12.50 Broadband Tariff
Virgin Media O2 urges parents to check eligibility for a £12.50 broadband social tariff as exam season approaches, with research showing 80% of parents see internet as more crucial for education than two years ago.
Scottish School Clothing Grant: £150 Support Deadline March 31
Families receiving seven key DWP benefits in Scotland can claim up to £150 per child for school uniforms before the March 31 deadline. Learn eligibility criteria and application details.
Nationwide Launches First UK Bank Teacher Finance Accreditation
Nationwide Building Society becomes the first UK bank to introduce a financial education accreditation for primary school teachers, aiming to boost financial literacy among students.
Starmer to Reform Student Loans, Distancing from Reeves
Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges to make student loan repayments fairer, contrasting with Chancellor Rachel Reeves' stance on freezing repayment thresholds, amid debates on university funding.
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Student Loan System Taxes Ambition, Punishes Poor Youth
A new analysis reveals England's student loan system acts as a punitive graduate tax, disproportionately burdening disadvantaged youth and crushing social mobility, with Birmingham's children hit hardest.
Teacher's 'Weird' Messages Lead to Professional Conduct Finding
A senior teacher at Launceston College has been found guilty of unacceptable professional conduct after sending sexually-charged messages to a former pupil, though he was not barred from teaching.
New SEND Rules: 270,000 Fewer Children Get EHCPs
New SEND regulations in England will restrict education, health and care plans to children with severe or complex needs, reducing EHCPs by approximately 270,000.
Student Loan Freeze May Add £9,300 to Graduate Debt Repayments
Young workers on minimum wage face a potential £9,300 stealth tax increase due to Labour's freeze on student loan repayment thresholds, impacting lowest-earning graduates.
Tories Vow to Scrap Interest on Student Loans in England
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces plan to abolish interest on Plan 2 student loans, calling it an unfair debt trap, while Labour prioritizes maintenance grants.
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Student Loan Freeze Costs Graduates £250 More Yearly
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' plan to freeze the student loan repayment threshold at £29,385 until 2030 will add approximately £250 to annual costs for four million graduates.
Teacher Jailed for Sex Offences at Girls' School
A former geography teacher at a Catholic girls' school in Plymouth has been sentenced to prison for multiple sex crimes against two students, including assaults on school premises and grooming behaviour.
Reeves Defends Student Loan Changes as 'Fair'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has defended her student loan policy changes as fair, while Labour deputy leader Lucy Powell criticizes the interest rates as egregious.
Teacher Jailed for Abusing Students in Plymouth
Anthony Redmond, 54, has been sentenced to three years and nine months for sexual offences against two 16-year-old schoolgirls while teaching in Plymouth.
Rochdale Pupils Interview Holocaust Survivor with Andy Burnham
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.
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Ex-Headteacher: Parents Criminalised for Term-Time Holidays
A former headteacher and Dudley councillor argues parents are unfairly penalised for taking children on holidays after exams finish, calling for government reform.
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