Brentwood Pupils Explore Robotics and AI for Future Learning
Young digital leaders at Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood are pioneering new tech initiatives, including robotics and AI, after a research trip to the Bett Show in London.
Category : School News
Sixth Formers Celebrated for Perfect Attendance at Breakfast
Year 12 and 13 students from Chase High School in Westcliff-on-Sea were treated to a celebratory breakfast at Toby Carvery for achieving top attendance levels since September, highlighting the link between attendance and academic success.
Brentwood Pupils Experience Great Fire of London in 1666 Workshop
Year 1 pupils at Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood immersed themselves in history with a hands-on workshop recreating life during the Great Fire of London, learning traditional crafts and historical skills.
School Restaurant Staff Retires After 36 Years at Cockshut Hill
Sandra Smyth has retired from her role in the school restaurant at Cockshut Hill School after 36 years of dedicated service, having joined in 1989. She served meals to generations of learners and was celebrated with gifts from the school community.
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School Lockdown After Fake Workman Enters Grounds
Norton Canes High School implemented a precautionary lockdown after an unidentified man posing as a workman entered the grounds. Police conducted thorough checks and confirmed the site was safe.
Birmingham School Strike Crisis at Breaking Point
A bitter dispute at Colebourne Primary School in Hodge Hill has reached a critical juncture, with 15 strike days already completed and nine more planned before Easter. Parents express exhaustion as negotiations continue.
Solihull School's Dramatic Turnaround Praised by Ofsted
Smith's Wood Academy in north Solihull has undergone a rapid transformation, with Ofsted inspectors praising significant improvements in attendance, behavior, and leadership after previous struggles with bullying and truancy.
West Midlands Schools Among First to Get New Ofsted 'Strong' Rating
Three schools in the West Midlands have become some of the first in the region to receive the new 'strong standard' rating under Ofsted's revamped inspection system, which replaces single-word grades with detailed area assessments.
Schools Warn Over 'Red v Blue' Social Media Fight Trend
Walsall Studio School alerts parents about a dangerous social media trend encouraging organized fights between pupils from different schools, which has spread from London to the West Midlands.
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School Lockdown After Threatening Calls, Police on Scene
Maesydderwen Comprehensive School in Ystradgynlais was placed in lockdown following threatening phone calls. Police confirmed attendance, with no injuries reported and all pupils safe.
Birmingham School Strikes Trigger Parent Protests Over Education
Parents at Colebourne Primary School in Hodge Hill are protesting alongside teachers' strikes, warning pupils face just eight full days of learning this term amid a pay dispute with Birmingham City Council.
Birmingham Primary Schools in UK Top 100 List
Three Birmingham primary schools have been named among the top 100 in the entire United Kingdom, with Lea Forest Primary achieving a remarkable top 10 position.
Boy, 4, 'Heartbroken' at School Attendance Party Exclusion
A four-year-old boy at Holyhead Primary Academy was left upset after watching classmates with perfect attendance enjoy an ice-cream party he couldn't join, sparking debate about reward systems.
Headteacher Warns of 'School War' in Sutton Coldfield
A headteacher in Sutton Coldfield has alerted parents about social media messages encouraging pupils to gather in the town centre for a planned 'school war' after classes.
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Handsworth Grammar Praised by Good School Guide for Excellence
King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys in Birmingham receives high praise from the Good School Guide for its curriculum, student care, and community ethos.
Chase High School Anti-Racism Assemblies Promote Inclusion
Chase High School in Westcliff held assemblies and staff training sessions on racism and unconscious bias, urging the entire school community to reflect on language and challenge bias to ensure all members feel respected and supported.
Schools Urged to Combine Inset Days for Affordable Holidays
On the Beach proposes consolidating inset days into weeks to reduce term-time absences and help families access cheaper off-peak holiday deals, amid rising fines and costs.
Hogarth Primary Inspires Pupils with Aspirations Week
Hogarth Primary School in Brentwood held Aspirations Week, featuring art projects and career talks to encourage pupils to dream big and explore diverse professions.
Teacher Banned for Sex with Pupil and Lying to School
A Midlands teacher has been indefinitely banned from the profession after admitting to a sexual relationship with a pupil in 2003 and lying about it to a recent employer, with a panel citing serious misconduct.
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Teacher Banned for Snapchat Messages to Vulnerable Pupil
Kaodi O'Loughlin Campbell has been struck off after admitting inappropriate communication with a boy from a special school, including telling him to delete messages.
Warwickshire Primary School With 12 Pupils Set to Close
Great Alne Primary School in Warwickshire, operating at less than 10% capacity with just 12 pupils, faces closure due to financial unsustainability and declining enrollment, despite community opposition.
Monmouth School Head Melvyn Roffe Awarded MBE
Haberdashers' Monmouth School Head Melvyn Roffe receives an MBE from HRH The Princess Royal, honouring his lifelong dedication to education and community engagement.
Fortis Academy Demolition Plans Under School Rebuilding Programme
The Department for Education has submitted plans to demolish most of Fortis Academy in Great Barr, citing buildings as 'life-expired' and unfit for modern teaching. The redevelopment is part of the national School Rebuilding Programme.
Birmingham's Top 12 Schools in GCSE Attainment 8 Rankings
The Department for Education has released final Attainment 8 scores for Birmingham secondary schools based on 2025 GCSE results, ranking the top 12 performers.
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St Paul's School for Girls Named Top Midlands Comprehensive
St Paul's School for Girls in Edgbaston has been crowned the best comprehensive school in the Midlands, topping the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 list with an outstanding Ofsted rating.
Birmingham Parents Fined for Term-Time Holidays
Thousands of Birmingham parents have been fined for taking children out of school during term time for holidays, with over 11,600 penalties issued in recent months despite increased fines.
Midlands Comprehensive Schools Named in Sunday Times Guide
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 highlights top comprehensive schools in the Midlands, recognizing their achievements despite facing greater challenges than selective institutions.
Midlands Schools Get New Ofsted Ratings Under Updated System
Schools across the West Midlands have received new Ofsted ratings under a revamped inspection framework, with no institutions achieving the top 'exceptional' grade in the latest batch.
Teacher Banned for Alcohol-Related School Incidents
A Huddersfield teacher has been indefinitely prohibited from teaching after admitting to attending school under the influence of alcohol on multiple occasions, with a panel citing insufficient remorse.
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Walsall Approves £1M and 125-Year Lease for New Free School
Walsall Council has approved a £1 million contribution and a 125-year lease for a new £50 million free school on Reedswood Park woodland, the first school to open in the area in over 40 years.
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