New research reveals that one in four of England’s most disadvantaged students drop out of education or training at age 16, compared to one in ten of their more affluent peers The national picture conceals a regional postcode lottery: in the South West nearly one in three of the poorest pupils are not in education…
Chartwells, the UK’s leading school and education catering provider, has launched its new spring/summer 2026 menus across partner primary and secondary schools, with a strong fibre-forward focus. The launch comes as the Department for Education consults on updates to the School Food Standards (SFS) for the first time in over a decade, reflecting changes…
The FA and Barclays’ Made for This Game: Breaking Barriers programme has a powerful new phase – handing pupils the tools to become Equality Champions in their own schools, just in time for School Sports Week. Earlier this year, the FA and Barclays launched Made for This Game: Breaking Barriers – a major national…
Nearly three-quarters of UK students are worried about their career prospects, while almost half have considered alternative paths instead of university, according to new research from Howden, a global insurance intermediary. The study forms part of Howden’s Student Happiness Index. Howden, one of the UK’s largest insurance intermediaries, surveyed 3,455 students across the UK to…
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…
As the summer term gathers pace, many teachers are looking for ways to keep pupils motivated and focused – without adding to already full workloads. A new free resource from Premier League Primary Stars, created in partnership with the National Literacy Trust, aims to do exactly that. Media Match Day uses the excitement of a…
Mallorca-based academy highlights rise in flexible, personalised learning among internationally mobile families As increasing numbers of UK families explore alternatives to traditional schooling, a growing movement among expatriate communities is highlighting what the UK education system may be missing. Rising levels of homeschooling and hybrid education in the UK, alongside concerns that schools are not…
National Fish and Chip Day shines spotlight on rising costs facing caterers Britain’s favourite takeaway – with UK consumers eating an estimated 382 million fish and chip shop meals every year[1] – has surged in cost in recent years, with some classic fish and chip shop staples more than doubling in price since 2021, according to…
For many Year 6 pupils, the move to secondary school is one of the most emotionally loaded moments of their school career. Excitement and anxiety often sit side by side – and while teachers want to help, finding the right tools to open those conversations in a meaningful, manageable way isn’t always easy. Premier League…
National Writing Day – celebrated on 24 June – is one of the most energising dates in the primary calendar. But with the end of term fast approaching, finding the time and motivation to deliver something fresh and meaningful can feel like an uphill battle. That’s where Premier League Primary Stars comes in. Its suite…
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…
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…
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…
