Trinity School Croydon expansion plans for girls revealed
Trinity School in Shirley, Croydon, has unveiled major expansion plans to welcome girls for the first time, aiming for 1,400 pupils by 2031. Read the full details.
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Manchester teachers strike over pupil violence
Teachers at two Greater Manchester primary schools begin a nine-day strike, declaring an emergency over 'almost daily' assaults by pupils. Parents express shock as union cites a 'culture of violence'.
Man admits strangling wife while children slept
Paul Knight, 36, pleaded guilty to murdering his wife Isobella at their Northamptonshire home. The tragic case highlights the ongoing epidemic of violence against women. Read the full story.
Three teens hurt in Manchester bus window fall
Three schoolboys suffered potentially serious injuries after falling from a double-decker bus window on Bolton Road. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, attended the scene.
Teacher banned for life over school intranet sexual messages
A North London teacher has been banned from teaching for life after using his school's intranet to send sexual messages to a pupil. Read the full details of the case and the school's response.
Manchester primary school teachers strike over pupil violence
Teachers at two Greater Manchester primary schools are on strike, claiming assaults by pupils have become 'almost daily'. Read the full story on the safety crisis in education.
Woodfield School strikes set to continue over pay cuts
Staff at Woodfield School in Brent announce seven more strike days after rejecting an offer to cut hours. The NEU warns the trust over using agency staff during industrial action.
Head teacher speaks on love triangle spanner attack
A head teacher jailed for attacking his deputy with a spanner in a fit of 'overwhelming sexual jealousy' has spoken of his shame. Read his first interview since release.
Domestic Violence Causes Brain Injury Similar to Athletes
A landmark Australian study reveals intimate partner violence causes lasting brain trauma, with 84.2% of survivors suffering both strangulation and concussion. Learn the urgent need for awareness and specialist care.
Why teachers say 'six-seven' craze is healthy for pupils
Educators argue that harmless trends like the 'six-seven' phrase are crucial for social development and classroom connection. Discover why shared silliness fosters learning, not idiocy.
US's First Domestic Violence Offender Registry Launches
Tennessee creates a landmark public database for repeat domestic abusers. Explore the details of Savanna's Law, its potential impact, and the crucial debate it sparks.
Huge rise in A&E visits for coughs and colds
New NHS figures show a tenfold increase in A&E visits for minor ailments like coughs and blocked noses, piling pressure on emergency services. Experts call for better access to primary care. Read the full analysis.
Anti-knife crime project 'saved' young man's life
A youth worker embedded in a London A&E by the Violence Reduction Unit helped Corrie escape homelessness and crime. Discover how the VRU's public health approach is tackling violence.
Huge Rise in A&E Visits for Minor Ailments Like Coughs
Millions in England are turning to overwhelmed A&E departments for minor conditions like coughs and hiccups, as data reveals a near tenfold surge, highlighting a critical failure in primary care access.
Teacher: 'Six-Seven' trend is an embrace of idiocy
A Reading primary school teacher argues the viral 'six-seven' phrase fosters mindlessness, not hope, and warns against blindly following social media trends. Read his full critique.
Inglewood school closures: State takeover sparks community fight
As Inglewood's school district faces multiple closures under state receivership, lifelong residents and teachers fight to save their community's heart. Discover the battle behind the glitz of LA's 'City of Champions'.
Massie Uses Trump's 'Lowlife' Insult to Raise Campaign Funds
Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie turns Donald Trump's Christmas Day verbal attack into a fundraising rallying cry for his 2026 primary battle against a Trump-endorsed rival. Read the latest US political clash.
UK schools modernise nativity plays with mixed-faith shows
A growing number of UK schools are replacing traditional nativity plays with inclusive, mixed-faith festive performances. Discover how educators are reflecting 21st-century Britain's diversity.
Brown University Shooting: A Mother's Plea on Gun Violence
Playwright Sarah Ruhl recounts her daughter hiding during the Brown University shooting, questioning America's normalisation of gun violence and calling for urgent change. Read her powerful testimony.
Stefanik Withdraws from New York Governor Race
Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has suspended her campaign for New York governor, citing family reasons. Discover the political implications and who remains in the race.
AI school lockdown triggered by clarinet mistaken for gun
A Florida middle school was placed on lockdown after AI surveillance flagged a student's clarinet as a weapon. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between school safety tech and false alarms.
Pupil dies after medical emergency at South Shields school
A student has died following a medical emergency at St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields. The school is closed as the community mourns. Our thoughts are with the family.
East London primary school to close due to falling pupil numbers
Calverton Primary School in Newham will close next year after a council vote. The decision follows a £1.1m budget deficit driven by declining pupil rolls, sparking parent protests.
Schools to teach healthy relationships to tackle misogyny
All secondary schools in England will teach about healthy relationships and consent as part of a £20m government strategy aiming to halve violence against women and girls within a decade.
Obituary: Poet and educator Patricia Robson dies aged 83
Tributes are paid to Patricia Robson, a dedicated teacher, published poet, and passionate Remainer, who has died aged 83. Discover her remarkable legacy in education and the arts.
Specialist NHS Help for Abuse Survivors Announced
The government unveils a new NHS initiative to provide specialist support for domestic abuse and sexual violence survivors across England, aiming to halve violence against women and girls.
Teen's Neo-Nazi School Rampage Ends in Child's Death
A 15-year-old, wearing neo-Nazi slogans, stabbed a pupil to death in a Moscow school after asking children their nationality. Read the full shocking details of the attack.
Queen Elizabeth's School Tops London State School Ranking
Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet is named the UK's best state secondary in The Times 2025 Parent Power guide. Discover the full top 10 list for London and see how these schools excel without tuition fees.
Mentor found guilty of abusing five schoolgirls
Emem Udaw, 50, convicted of 14 counts of indecent assault on girls under 16 at Holland Park School. The historic abuse, spanning 2001-2004, was uncovered via social media. Justice served after 20 years.
Mum called 'disgusting' on London school run by angry driver
A mother cycling with her children in south London was verbally attacked by a driver who called her 'irresponsible'. She shares her story as part of a campaign against abuse faced by women cyclists.
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