Walsall residents furious over school plans on Reedswood Park
Walsall residents on Reedswood Lane strongly oppose a £50m free school on Reedswood Park, citing traffic, loss of woodland, and lack of common sense.
Category : School News
Nine Eye-Catching Championship Signings This Summer
West Bromwich Albion and rivals make key summer additions. Nine standout Championship transfers analyzed for impact on the new season.
Birmingham pupils first in family to go to uni after Oxford trip
A school trip to Christ Church College in Oxford opened the eyes of Lea Forest Primary pupils, inspiring them to consider university for the first time.
Chase High School Year 11 Students Celebrate GCSE Success
Year 11 students at Chase High School in Westcliff-on-Sea celebrated the end of their GCSE exams with a leavers' assembly, barbecue, and prom, reflecting on five years of achievements.
West Brom Reveal Black Country Heritage Away Kit
West Bromwich Albion has unveiled its new 2026-27 away kit, drawing inspiration from the Black Country's industrial heritage. The shirt features a unique design celebrating the region's history.
July 7 Trivia Answers: Opium, Hornblower, and More
July 7 trivia answers revealed: opium from poppies, C.S. Forester wrote Hornblower, Agassi and Herdwick are sheep breeds, yellow flag means disease, Tatu first Russians to top UK charts, Castor and Pollux, green star on Morocco flag, Jets and Sharks, song
Tottenham Sign Former Villa Youngster Cole Ramsey
Tottenham Hotspur have signed former Aston Villa youth player Cole Ramsey, who will join their Under-21s. The 18-year-old midfielder made 19 appearances for Villa's U18s last season, scoring three goals.
Wolves Transfer: Bid Submitted for World Cup Star
Wolverhampton Wanderers have submitted a bid for a World Cup-linked player, with the latest on an attacker target as the January window heats up.
Bramhall High School Denied Full Rebuild Despite Dangers
MP calls out government after Bramhall High School is denied a full rebuild, leaving a block without water or toilets and facing a £650,000 funding shortfall.
Teen Died in River on Duke of Edinburgh Trip Named
Umar Dumbuya, 18, died during a Duke of Edinburgh expedition in Wales. A fundraiser supports his family. His school remembers his kindness.
Ex-Detective Steve Garner Launches Butchered Novel
Former West Midlands Police detective Steve Garner, writing as Luna Dawg, publishes his second crime novel Butchered, drawing on 30 years of major crime investigation experience.
Barking College Student of the Year Paul Edeh
Paul Edeh, a Protective Services student at Barking and Dagenham College, wins Student of the Year for academic excellence, leadership, and resilience as a young carer.
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Controversial 1,000-Pupil School on Woodland Unveiled
Plans for a 1,000-place free school on Walsall woodland have been unveiled, sparking environmental concerns. The school aims to address local demand but faces opposition over habitat loss.
Wolves Academy Star Tipped for Summer Transfer
Wolverhampton Wanderers face losing a highly-rated academy player this summer, with a Premier League rival keen on securing a deal for the promising talent.
Three Birmingham schools named worst in league tables
Three Birmingham secondary schools scored just 12 out of 40 in new Telegraph league tables, ranking as the city's worst. Bournville School, Star King Solomon Academy and Waverley Studio College were labelled 'well below average'.
6 New School Rules from September 2026 Save Families £1,000
From September 2026, six new school rules including free breakfast clubs, cheaper uniforms, and expanded free meals will save families nearly £1,000 per child annually.
Teen Drowned Trying to Save Friend in River Tyne Swing Tragedy
An inquest heard how Aras Rudzianskas, 13, died trying to save David Ionut Radut, 14, who couldn't swim, after they fell from a rope swing into the River Tyne in Ovingham.
DWP confirms Universal Credit free school meals rule from Sept 2026
Over 500,000 additional pupils will become eligible for Free School Meals under new DWP Universal Credit rules starting September 2026, saving families up to £495 per child annually.
Ofsted Reports Progress at Birmingham's Harborne Primary School
Ofsted has issued a monitoring report for Harborne Primary School, noting positive changes and effective safeguarding since its inadequate rating last year, but highlighting ongoing gaps in knowledge for disadvantaged pupils.
Wolves Players Return for Pre-Season Training
Wolves players return for pre-season training as they prepare for the Championship campaign under new manager Gary O'Neil.
Aston Villa News: Barry, Nyland, Mings, Bergvall Updates
Aston Villa flop Orjan Nyland impresses for Norway; Louie Barry attracts Sheffield Wednesday interest; Tyrone Mings enters final contract year; Lucas Bergvall addresses transfer links.
41 Schools Cancel Sports Day as Third 34C UK Heatwave Looms
41 schools have cancelled sports days as a third heatwave with temperatures up to 34C approaches, following DfE guidance allowing rescheduling of physical activity.
New School Uniform Rule: Max 3 Branded Items
From September 2026, schools in England must limit branded uniform items to three pieces under new legislation confirmed by the Department for Education, aiming to cut costs for parents.
Ofsted Returns to Kitts Green Academy After Abuse Claims
Ofsted has re-inspected Kitts Green Academy in Birmingham, previously rated inadequate, and found improvements but still below standards.
Abby Parnell, 14, Qualifies for Horse of the Year Show
Abby Parnell, 14, beat 11 adult riders to win the Search for a Star qualifier in Formby, earning a spot at the Horse of the Year Show in Birmingham this October.
Watkins: Konsa Is 'Mad' Underrated, One of PL's Best Centre-Backs
Ollie Watkins says Aston Villa teammate Ezri Konsa is 'mad' underrated, calling him one of the Premier League's best centre-backs. Konsa has started every England match at the World Cup.
£2m for 200 New School Places in Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton Council invests over £2m to create 200+ pupil places at four schools, including popular Bilston CE Primary, to meet rising demand from September.
Birmingham Schools Split on Late Start for England Game
Some Birmingham schools will open late on Monday after England's 1am World Cup match against Mexico, while others insist on normal hours with incentives.
Schools split over England 1am match attendance
Midland schools are divided on England's 1am World Cup match. Higham Lane School allows late arrival, while Nuneaton Academy insists on normal attendance, saying 'children need sleep'.
220+ Young Musicians Shine at Rochdale Summer Sizzler
More than 220 gifted musicians, some as young as seven, performed at Rochdale Music Service's annual Summer Sizzler at Middleton Arena, impressing the Mayor and audiences.
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