Former soldier jailed for sexually abusing schoolgirl
Simon Taylor, 43, a former soldier turned teacher, has been sentenced to four years and six months for sexually assaulting and grooming a pupil. Read the full court report.
Category : School News
Ex-surgeon MP calls for schools to teach stab wound first aid
Former surgeon and Solihull MP Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst proposes a new law to teach all children emergency life-saving skills, including how to treat catastrophic bleeding from stabbings.
Leasowes High School closed due to burst water main
Leasowes High School in Halesowen has closed for the second time in days after a burst pipe caused a complete loss of water. Pupils were sent home for health and safety reasons.
Midlands Schools in UK Top 50: Sunday Times List
Six Midlands secondary schools have been ranked among the UK's top 50 in the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which grammar and private schools made the prestigious list.
Birmingham school locks toilets, sparks parent fury
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
Birmingham snow: Most secondary schools closed
Storm Goretti's snow has forced the closure of the vast majority of Birmingham's secondary schools. See the full list of confirmed closures and remote learning plans.
Birmingham Schools Close After Heavy Snowfall
Heavy snow from Storm Goretti forces widespread school closures across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Get the latest list of affected schools and travel updates.
Full list of Black Country school closures due to snow
Heavy snowfall from Storm Goretti has led to widespread school closures across the Black Country for Friday, January 9. Find the full, updated list of affected schools here.
Full list of UK school closures due to snow on Friday
Hundreds of schools across England, Scotland, and Wales are closed on Friday due to heavy snow and Storm Goretti. Check the full list of closures and latest weather warnings here.
Birmingham School Closures: Friday Snow Warning
An amber weather warning for snow and ice threatens widespread disruption across the West Midlands on Friday, January 9. Check if your child's school is closed using the official government tool.
School Closures in West Midlands Due to Snow
Dozens of schools across Birmingham and the West Midlands are closed on Friday, January 9, 2026, due to heavy snowfall from Storm Goretti. Check the full list of closures and delayed openings here.
Storm Goretti Closes Black Country Schools: Full List
Multiple schools across the Black Country will be closed on Friday, January 9, due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. See the full list of closures and delayed starts here.
West Midlands Schools Shut as Storm Goretti Hits
Multiple schools across Birmingham and the West Midlands are closed Friday due to heavy snow from Storm Goretti. Get the latest list of closures and safety updates here.
West Midlands Schools Shut as Storm Goretti Brings Blizzard
Dozens of schools across the West Midlands are closed Thursday as Storm Goretti triggers an amber snow warning. Up to 30cm of snow could fall, causing major travel disruption. Check if your child's school is affected.
Teacher Strikes: 20 Schools Hit Over 9 Days in Jan 2026
NEU members at Arthur Terry Learning Partnership confirm nine days of strike action in January 2026, affecting 20 schools. Parents warned of disruption and possible closures.
UK School Closures List for Wednesday Due to Snow
Hundreds of schools across the UK are closed on Wednesday, 7th January 2026, due to severe snow and ice. Check the full list of closures in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and England.
Midlands teachers confirm nine-day strike over job cuts
Teachers at 20 schools across the West Midlands will strike for nine days in January amid a redundancy dispute. The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership confirms disruption is expected. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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