Nearly 3,000 sign petition after Birmingham City University staff were blindsided by plans to axe the Black Studies MA, launched less than a year ago. Five Black staff at risk of redundancy.
Mrs Ania Hildrey, headteacher of Abbot's Lea School in Woolton, has been awarded Headteacher of the Year 2026 at the Education Awards for her outstanding leadership in inclusive education.
New West Brom boss James Morrison says he is not afraid to use academy players but challenges them to show they are ready for first-team demands.
Ofsted inspected Old Swinford Hospital School in Stourbridge, one of the UK's top schools, and rated it outstanding across all three areas. The fee-paying boarding school charges up to £13,800 per year.
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Ofsted has published new school ratings for the West Midlands following inspections, with 'strong standard' grades awarded to several schools, including Aston University Engineering Academy.
West Brom under-18s secured a 4-0 win at Crystal Palace, with Justin Seven-Seven scoring twice on his 17th birthday weekend. The team sits fourth in the league, showcasing promising talent.
Loughborough Schools Foundation's Combined Cadet Force held its 68th Annual Review, featuring parades, drills, and skill demonstrations, celebrating cadet achievement and community spirit.
West Brom winger Mikey Johnston is expected to return fully fit for pre-season after recovering from a broken ankle. Head coach James Morrison confirmed Johnston's progress and readiness for training in late June.
Reedswood E-ACT Primary Academy in Walsall, located in a deprived and high-crime area, received exceptional Ofsted ratings for achievement, leadership, and personal development.
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Lea Forest Primary Academy in Kitts Green has been named Midlands School of the Year by the Sunday Times, ranking 10th best primary in the UK out of around 20,000 schools.
St Mary's in Davyhulme celebrates strong Ofsted results under new framework, achieving 'strong standard' in four areas and 'expected standard' in four others.
Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood holds a termly tea party for pupils with 98%+ attendance, celebrating 200 children this term with sandwiches, cakes, and scones.
Year 4 pupils at Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood dressed in wartime outfits and worked with re-enactors for a full day of WWII-themed learning.
Students at Mayflower High School in Billericay care for two axolotls, Marshmallow and Shadow, using them to learn about science concepts like gas exchange and adaptation.
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Tommy Doyle returns to Wolves after a Championship loan at Birmingham City, with his second-tier experience potentially valuable for Wolves' own Championship campaign next season.
A petition has been launched against a £50m school development in Walsall's Reedswood Park, with residents feeling 'let down' by the democratic process.
Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood sees nearly 100% parent participation in 'Come Dine With Me' events, leading to record numbers of children choosing school dinners.
Chatten Free School in Witham hosted visiting school leaders from Kent and London, who praised its calm environment and pupil-centred approach for children with autism.
Max O'Leary has been rewarded for his strong performances at West Brom with an end-of-season call-up to the Republic of Ireland squad for a training camp and friendly against Grenada.
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Hogarth Primary School in Brentwood has transformed its reception area after being rated Good by Ofsted, following a period of improvement under new leadership.
Souleyman Mandey, a 20-year-old midfielder, made his senior debut for West Brom against Sheffield Wednesday. James Morrison praised his hard work and challenged him to push for more first-team action.
Parents face fines from headteachers as term-time holidays begin. Birmingham City Council issued 11,605 fines between May 2025 and January 2026.
Reedswood E-ACT Primary Academy in Walsall becomes the first West Midlands school to achieve 'exceptional' Ofsted ratings under the new inspection framework.
Lea Forest Primary Academy in Kitts Green has been named Midlands School of the Year by The Sunday Times, ranking 10th nationally out of 20,000 schools.
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North Birmingham Academy in Erdington achieves rare 'exceptional' Ofsted rating after transforming from troubled school to educational beacon with strict new measures.
From September 1, new measures including a cap on branded uniform items, free breakfast clubs, and expanded free school meals could save families up to £1,000 a year.
Birmingham Council approves £5m for fire doors and roof at Lindsworth School. Opposition councillors express concern over deferred maintenance leading to high costs.
James Morrison explains why he recalled Alfie Gilchrist for his rare start, but admits West Brom 'lacked quality' in the 2-1 final-day loss at Sheffield Wednesday.
Newbridge School in Caerphilly wins a maths-themed wall art installation for NSPCC Number Day, celebrating the connection between numeracy and daily life.
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The University of Wolverhampton is dropping multiple English courses, putting half of department staff at risk of redundancy. The UCU criticizes the move, citing reduced student choice and impact on working-class access to arts education.
