A new nationwide study reveals that cost is the biggest barrier to school trips, cited by 82% of teachers and 77% of parents 77% of children say a school trip is their best school day ever, with attention levels rising by 80% on trip days, compared with classroom learning Now, Hyundai Motor UK identifies how to optimise learning for children 29 April 2026: A new…
Saab UK proudly hosted the South regional heat of Global Underwater Hub’s (GUH) STEM Challenge at its Fareham campus, welcoming school pupils for a hands‑on introduction to underwater engineering and marine technology. Delivered by GUH in partnership with educational charity The Smallpeice Trust, the one‑day challenge saw 10 teams of students aged 13–14 design, build,…
90 per cent of digitally excluded survey respondents state that educational platforms are not accessible due to affordability, poor connectivity and an inclusivity gap in catering for individuals with neurodivergences, leaving many struggling to engage with essential schoolwork, a new report from the Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA) reveals. Accessibility in Digital Education Service Design,…
The YPO £12m savings come from 114 everyday stationery products Public sector schools saved £12million last year by choosing YPO’s own‑brand stationery products instead of branded alternatives, helping them stretch increasingly tight budgets and reinvest savings where they matter most. YPO analysis shows that, in 2025 alone, customers achieved significant cost reductions by switching to…
180 students from six schools participate in Intuit for Education’s Financial Literacy Forum, in collaboration with West Ham United Intuit for Education is expanding internationally to the UK to help students build essential money management and entrepreneurship skills for the future. This marks a significant step in the free financial education programme’s commitment to help…
Hark recently published The Fan Gap, a new UK-wide insight study revealing the key factors shaping girls’ sport fandom – and the experiences that cause many to lose connection during their teenage years. Drawing on the voices of 1,504 young people aged 11–17, as well as Hark’s national Teacher Panel, the research uncovers the pathways…
Guests at The Cavendish School’s autism and education event heard that building confidence, promoting self-advocacy and decoding the world should be core to autism education. The annual event, held on 10 April, explored the future of educating autistic students amidst the ongoing SEND education reform in England. In her presentation, Stephanie Smith, Head of…
Rachel Barrett, Head of Academies, Duncan & Toplis It’s a well-known fact that underlying financial pressures pose a constant challenge in the education sector – and this is particularly true for academy trusts which manage their own finances. But according to the Kreston Academies Benchmark Report 2026, things are looking up. At first glance, the…
New research from The Corporate Governance Institute (TCGI) finds 30% of boards rank cybersecurity and data protection as a top business risk, unchanged for five years. Cybersecurity and data protection continue to represent a persistent boardroom concern, according to new research from The Corporate Governance Institute, which found that 30% of boards rank cyber risk…
Just half of Britain’s 13-to-16-year-olds say marriage is important to them in adulthood Instead, the next generation to become adults put their focus on financial independence, networks of friends and property Despite a clear vision for their future, only half (52%) feel ready for adult life Nine in 10 (86%) say they would feel more ready if…
Over 210,000 young people reached through the programme since 2023 and more than 146,000 engagements in 2025/26 alone Creative industry partners donated £1.5 million in-kind through time, expertise, and resources in 2025/26 ScreenSkills is now wrapping up the programme ahead of the announcement of a new refreshed Creative Careers Service With 146,000+ engagements…
Stavanger, Norway, 15th April 2026: Easee, the leading smart EV charging technology company, has partnered with installer EVX Charging Solutions to deploy more than 90 electric vehicle chargers across 13 schools in the Oxford Diocesan Bucks Schools Trust (ODBST), supporting the Trust’s wider commitment to cleaner transport, reduced emissions and healthier school environments. The rollout…
The LTC Education Group, the education arm of the Licensed Trade Charity (LTC), has announced a series of senior leadership appointments as it continues to expand its specialist provision. From 1 April 2026, Rachel Borland, currently Principal of LVS Hassocks, has been promoted to Executive Principal of LVS Hassocks and Kennington School. In this role,…
Mop-like agility with machine-level cleaning performance Ergonomic, upright design to reduce physical strain Compact, efficient cleaning for tight and cluttered spaces Kärcher UK, the leading cleaning provider, is proud to introduce the K-Mop 46, a lightweight and highly maneuverable scrubber dryer designed to transform floor cleaning in compact, high traffic and heavily cluttered spaces….
As schools across the UK prepare to mark World Creativity and Innovation Week (15–21 April) and Creativity and Innovation Day on 21 April, many teachers are looking for meaningful ways to help young people stretch their imaginations and develop original ideas. To support this, Samsung is offering a suite of free, ready‑to‑use resources through its…
Schools across the South West and beyond are invited to attend an in-person EAL conference in Plymouth on 30th April, hosted by FlashAcademy®. Improving outcomes for EAL learners is designed for senior leaders, EAL coordinators and classroom practitioners. The event will focus on improving outcomes for multilingual learners through practical, interactive CPD that can be…
A powerful scholarship programme funded by the KM Foundation is already changing the trajectory of some of the UK’s most talented young musicians, providing life-changing opportunities that would otherwise have remained out of reach. Twenty-five outstanding scholars, aged 15 to 20 and drawn from London and Birmingham, form a three-year programme delivered by the London…
Clear Sky Children’s Charity are pleased to invite all Oxfordshire schools to apply for FULLY FUNDED access to their new Emotionally Healthy Schools programme! Developed in 2025 and currently in place in over 50 Oxfordshire Primaries, our Emotionally Healthy Schools platform is an on-demand resource, providing individual online access for EVERY member of your school…
With pupil wellbeing and belonging under real pressure in UK schools, simple tools that help build positive relationships are more valuable than ever. Recent DfE data highlights ongoing concerns around pupils’ sense of safety, enjoyment and belonging at school, and also reveal that many children continue to face online harm and bullying, reinforcing the need…
Discovery Education today announced the return of the digital learning challenge designed to keep children engaged over the school Easter holidays. The DoodleLearning Spring Challenge encourages children to practise maths and English for just a few minutes each day using Doodle’s award-winning learning programmes. Last year’s seasonal Doodle challenges saw record participation, with…
Top 500 secondary schools take in a lower proportion of pupils eligible for both free school meals and SEN support than live in their catchment area. 41% of primary and secondary school leaders think some schools actively discourage applications from pupils with SEND, and this rises to 50% of leaders in schools with the highest…
In a bid to tackle deep-rooted societal barriers to girls participating in football, The Football Association [FA] and Barclays are embarking on a new campaign, Made for This Game: Breaking Barriers, to deliver educational resources to primary and secondary schools nationwide. Despite a significant increase in the number of schools offering equal access to football…
One in four parents say they lie awake at night worrying about children’s exams Over half of parents report the home being hit negatively by exam stress Mums more than twice as likely to take on the greatest responsibility for managing their children’s revision than dads One in five of parents earning less than £25k…
Teaching children to brush their teeth is not an easy task. It sometimes comes with tears and tantrums, and a fair amount of creativity to make the routine stick. From colourful toothpaste and themed toothbrushes, to talking timers and reward charts, we’ve come up with innovative ways to try and make teeth brushing feel like…
Dolce Schools Catering has announced new partnerships with Olio and ReFood as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing food waste across the schools it serves. The collaborations will enable Dolce – which caters for 1 in 20 schools in England and strong growth across Wales – to further minimise the environmental impact…
