Protecting students against the threat of extremism and online exploitation can be a challenge, especially in today’s everchanging landscape. In this article, Mubina Asaria, Online Safeguarding Consultant at edtech charity LGfL – The National Grid for Learning, explores evidence-based strategies and ready-to-use resources designed to empower school staff and practitioners. Schools across the UK are…
Parents may remember times during their childhood when they had to sit in dull and unappealing mobile classrooms while a part of their school building was being rebuilt or renovated. These memories can cause them to worry that today’s modular classrooms are offering their children a lesser learning experience than if they were studying in…
Naturalist and explorer Steve Backshall’s underwater broadcast brings school pupils face‑to‑face with ocean creatures, capturing the drama and movement of UK marine life in real time Cameras take classrooms behind the scenes at the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth, revealing hidden habitats and the species that depend on them Students will watch behaviour unfold beneath the waves…
Schools with the highest levels of coaching-led professional development show GCSE Attainment 8 scores equivalent to a grade improvement in one subject above those with lower engagement 88% of teachers say structured, coaching-led PD has meaningfully changed how they develop their practice Impact deepens over time: schools three or more years in report more than…
High-tech smart devices and AI-enabled tools are posing a growing threat to the integrity of exams, according to Ofqual Chief Regulator Sir Ian Bauckham, who warned regulators must “move really fast” to keep pace with rapidly evolving technology. Speaking on Ofqual’s new podcast series, Bauckham highlighted concerns around the increasing sophistication of devices including…
New four-part series brings together leading voices in education to explore the role of play in Key Stage 1 learning TTS has launched a special four-part mini-series of its Educators’ Podcast this June in support of the Play is Learning campaign, founded by education and inclusion consultant Ruth Lue-Quee, widely known as My Mummy Teacher….
2026 marks 10 years since the first Cullum Centres were established by the National Autistic Society in collaboration with the Cullum Family Trust An event was recently held at Hinchley Wood School in Surrey to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the National Autistic Society’s first Cullum Centres, which support autistic students within mainstream school settings….
81% of parents believe no child should miss out on a school trip due to the cost of them Yet cost does remain the biggest barrier, according to 82% of teachers and 77% of parents Hyundai calls on families to nominate their school to win a fully funded residential overnight trip through its Great British School Trip initiative, here Educating Yorkshire’s Headteacher Matthew Burton supports the initiative, backing equal…
Experience Education, one of the UK’s most trusted providers of school travel experiences, with more than 50 years’ expertise in educational travel, has unveiled a refreshed brand identity and a suite of new websites across its portfolio, bringing greater clarity, consistency and support to teachers planning trips that take learning beyond the classroom. More than…
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into the everyday lives of children and young people, schools are beginning to observe new forms of online behaviour that extend beyond conventional safeguarding models. A growing concern in this area is the fascination with AI chatbots, where ongoing interaction with conversational AI may start to indicate emotional dependence…
Launches the Swift Spin 14 AI powered by Snapdragon® X2 Series processors; Acer also becomes the first PC maker to announce a device powered by the new Snapdragon® C processor Launches the Swift Spin 14 AI powered by Snapdragon® X2 Series processors; Acer also becomes the first PC maker to announce a device powered by…
Last week (21-22 May) at Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Molineux Stadium, more than 450 young people from across England and Wales had the experience of a lifetime over two days of competition at the 2026 Premier League Primary Stars Football Tournament. Having come through regional qualifiers for the right to represent their local club, the players had…
As more schools and multi-academy trusts explore how AI can support writing assessment, one question remains central: how can technology be used effectively without weakening teacher judgement? That is the challenge at the heart of Pobble’s work with Air, Olex and Stylus. Together, the partnerships bring AI-supported assessment tools alongside Pobble’s human-led moderation expertise, helping…
Howden, one of the UK’s largest insurance brokers, has become the first intermediary to introduce redundancy protection within school fee cover, allowing parents to claim a term’s fees if they experience redundancy which will be paid directly to the school. The new redundancy protection forms part of Howden’s enhanced school insurance offering, which also includes…
Less than half of Brits trust AI, with 78% worried about its long-term impact Handwriting activates more than 20 regions of the brain involved in memory, language, and creativity While AI promises to make life easier, it’s also leaving many feeling creatively sidelined, and even celebrities are sounding the alarm. As Emma Thompson publicly blasted…
Online searches for “banning phones in schools” have surged by 5,000% in the past month as educators and parents increasingly question the impact of constant smartphone use on children’s concentration, confidence and mental wellbeing. Nearly all primary schools (99.8%) and 90% of secondary schools in England already restrict mobile phone use according to the children’s…
Generation Logistics Week (22–26 June 2026) invites schools across the UK to ‘Solve What Moves the World’ with free, Gatsby-aligned resources that bring one of Britain’s biggest career sectors to life in the classroom. Every day, students rely on one of the UK’s largest and most dynamic sectors without even realising it. Logistics keeps…
New research suggests one in nine (11%) UK school workers are thinking about quitting More than one-third (36%) say schools have become more dangerous places, raising retention concerns Laura, a teacher in the West Midlands, shares her story and why she’s considering leaving teaching More than 166,000* teachers, teaching assistants, and support staff across…
Students from New College Durham are playing a vital role in preserving one of the North East’s most iconic heritage attractions after completing a major restoration project for Beamish Museum. Learners from the college’s Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery programme have handcrafted 12 replacement windows for the museum’s historic station signal box, combining traditional craftsmanship…
– Built using flint axes, coppiced hazel and chalk daub, the Kusuma Neolithic Hall is based on nearby archaeological evidence – – Visitors can experience the Hall this summer before it becomes a learning space in September – English Heritage has today unveiled a brand-new reconstruction of a 4,500-year-old Neolithic building at Stonehenge. Visitors…
A third of UK education staff and thousands of students have a mental-health issue, each year. An immediate, no-training-required response is now available to all. British schools and colleges have first aid kits to treat cuts, sprains, burns or other injuries. But if a student or member of staff has a mental-health issue that…
Experienced SENCo Lynn How introduces practical, evidence-informed activities to support children with SEMH needs A new professional resource for primary educators aims to make emotional regulation more accessible, engaging and practical for children through a cast of relatable characters known as the “Feelings Furballs”. In The Feelings Furballs: Emotional Regulation Activities and Ideas for the…
Doodle Learning by Discovery Education is supporting teachers, pupils and families on National Numeracy Day with a range of engaging maths programmes designed to build confidence and strengthen numeracy skills all year round. Taking place on 20th May 2026, National Numeracy Day aims to help children and adults feel more positive about maths and more…
Nearly 60,000 teachers have opted out of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme over six years to February 2026 The latest Department of Education data shows that annual opt-outs have nearly doubled since 2020, with women accounting for nearly two-thirds of withdrawals A third (33%) of all opt-outs are teachers aged 21-30, with September seeing consistent annual…
When The Prince of Wales School in Dorchester was named a winner of Howden’s Pupil Wellbeing Prize 2025, it wasn’t just a moment of celebration, it was an opportunity to make an immediate, lasting difference. The school received £6,000, recognising its deep‑rooted commitment to inclusion, emotional wellbeing and placing pupils first. The funding has already…
