NZ scraps Māori culture rules in schools
The New Zealand government has abolished mandatory Māori cultural practices in classrooms, sparking debate about cultural preservation versus educational flexibility.
Category : Education
Police probe Chinese pressure on UK university research
Counter-terrorism authorities are investigating allegations that a British university suspended sensitive research following pressure from Chinese officials, raising serious concerns about academic freedom and foreign influence.
Tributes for teaching assistant as teen charged with murder
Heartfelt tributes flood in for teaching assistant Kacey McDonnell as a 17-year-old boy appears before Manchester Crown Court charged with her murder in a devastating case that has shocked the community.
Headteachers consider strikes after Ofsted legal defeat
England's headteachers union is exploring potential strike action as a High Court ruling dismisses their legal challenge against Ofsted, escalating the ongoing battle over school inspections.
Headteachers union considers strike after Ofsted court loss
The NAHT education union is exploring industrial action options following a failed legal bid to halt Ofsted inspections, escalating tensions between school leaders and the education watchdog.
Why Serious Play is Crucial for Child Development
New research reveals that structured, purposeful play is essential for developing crucial life skills in children, with experts calling for a fundamental shift in educational approaches.
Why British Kids Are Using American English
From 'trash' to 'candy' and 'sidewalk', British children are increasingly adopting American English. Discover why this linguistic shift is happening and what it means for UK culture.
Liz Barnard: Education Pioneer Dies at 84
Remembering Liz Barnard, the visionary educator whose groundbreaking work in adult literacy and community education changed countless lives across the UK.
Welsh school lockdown after online threats
A primary school in Wales was placed on immediate lockdown after receiving threatening messages online, prompting a major police response and leaving parents in panic.
Australia's Teacher Crisis: Shortest Shortage, Longest Problem
Australia faces a paradoxical education crisis where teacher shortages are simultaneously described as both the shortest and longest in the world, revealing deep systemic issues in the education sector.
UK university halts China rights research after pressure
Exclusive investigation reveals how a leading British university suspended human rights research about China following intense pressure from Beijing, raising serious questions about academic freedom.
University Chief's TikTok Strategy Divides Education World
Western Sydney University's Vice-Chancellor Professor George Williams reveals how his unconventional TikTok presence is reshaping student engagement while drawing both praise and criticism from academic circles.
School uses Auschwitz gate replica in Halloween parade
A Catholic school in England has sparked widespread condemnation after pupils paraded with a replica of the infamous Auschwitz 'Arbeit Macht Frei' gate during Halloween celebrations, drawing anger from Jewish community leaders and Holocaust educators.
Australia's regional schools hit hardest by teacher shortage crisis
New data reveals Australia's teacher shortage has reached critical levels, with disadvantaged and regional schools bearing the brunt of the staffing crisis affecting classrooms nationwide.
Ballarat Grammar stops new boarders in safety crisis
Victoria's prestigious Ballarat Grammar school takes drastic action, suspending new boarding placements following disturbing child safety reports. Internal review reveals systemic failures as authorities investigate.
Australia's Mechanics' Institutes: Community Hubs Reborn
Discover how historic Mechanics' Institutes across Australia are transforming into vital community hubs, offering everything from yoga classes to digital literacy workshops while preserving their rich heritage.
Unions oppose mandatory reading tests for Year 8 pupils
Teaching unions mount fierce opposition to Bridget Phillipson's controversial plan for compulsory reading assessments in Year 8, warning of unnecessary stress and curriculum disruption.
Free Speech Crisis: Conservative Voices Silenced on Campus
UK universities face growing concerns over censorship and ideological conformity as conservative students and academics report being marginalised in academic discourse.
School's Coolest Teacher: The 50-Something Gamer Winning Hearts
Discover how 54-year-old teacher Mark White is breaking stereotypes and connecting with students through his passion for video games, creating an unexpected classroom revolution.
UK school with meerkats and sugar gliders revolutionises education
Discover how one UK school is revolutionising education with an exotic animal sanctuary, where students learn alongside meerkats, sugar gliders and bearded dragons in an unforgettable learning environment.
Conservative 'Academic Centres' Transforming UK Universities
An explosive investigation uncovers how well-funded conservative groups are establishing ideological beachheads within British higher education, raising urgent questions about academic independence and political influence on campus.
SEND transport crisis leaves vulnerable pupils stranded
Exclusive investigation reveals how skyrocketing transport expenses are forcing vulnerable SEND pupils to miss school, with costs surging by millions and families facing impossible choices.
Australian students studied wrong Caesar for exam
Thousands of Australian Year 12 students discovered they'd been studying the wrong historical figure for their final exams, raising serious questions about education oversight.
Jane Plastow: African Theatre Pioneer Dies at 69
Celebrating the extraordinary legacy of Professor Jane Plastow, the visionary scholar who revolutionised African theatre studies and championed cross-cultural performance.
Teacher wins landmark case after school shooting
Abby Zwerner, the Virginia teacher shot by her six-year-old student, wins groundbreaking negligence case against the school system that failed to protect her.
Failed school return attempt for Southport killer
Exclusive inquiry revelations show desperate attempts to reintegrate the Southport attacker into education system less than a year before tragic stabbing spree that shocked the nation.
Teens Reading Less for Pleasure, Survey Reveals
New research exposes a dramatic decline in recreational reading among secondary school students, with screen time and academic pressure threatening literacy development.
UK lets Palestinian scholars bring families from Gaza
In a significant policy shift, Palestinian academics and university students from Gaza can now bring immediate family members to the UK, offering lifeline to scholars escaping conflict.
DeSantis bans H-1B visas for Florida universities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has ignited a political firestorm by signing legislation that prohibits state universities from sponsoring H-1B visas for international staff and academics, raising concerns about academic freedom and research capabilities.
Vice-Chancellor Pay Crisis Hits UK Universities
As UK universities face financial turmoil with course cuts and staff redundancies, an investigation reveals vice-chancellors continue to receive staggering pay packages exceeding £500,000, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling instit
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