Category : School News


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.

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.

UK Snow Causes Widespread School Closures

A major snowstorm has forced hundreds of schools across the UK to close on Monday, January 5, 2026. Check the full list of affected schools in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

MPs to debate four-day school week petition

MPs will debate a petition signed by thousands demanding a four-day school week to tackle teacher burnout. The government opposes the move, citing childcare and economic impacts.

Birmingham primary school named among UK's top 10

Lea Forest Primary Academy in Birmingham's Kitts Green has transformed from an Ofsted 'requires improvement' rating to being ranked among Britain's top 10 primary schools. Discover the school's 'secret to success'.

School's Elf on the Shelf Pranks Go Viral

Amble Links Primary School's hilarious Elf on the Shelf antics, from sheep blockades to lifeboat theft, have become a beloved community tradition and an online sensation. Discover the festive mischief.

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