70 More London Schools Get Free Breakfast Clubs
The Department for Education announces 70 additional London schools will join the free breakfast club programme in April, extending support to over 41,000 primary children across the capital.
Category : Primary Schools
Teacher Banned for Drinking Beer in Class
A South London primary school teacher has been banned indefinitely after being caught drinking Brewdog Punk IPA during lessons and arriving at work smelling of alcohol.
London School Plan Axed in Government Free School Cuts
Richmond Council appeals decision to cancel Livingstone Academy West London, part of Mortlake's £1.3bn brewery regeneration, amid local secondary place shortages.
Ofsted Finds No Bias at Bristol School Over MP Visit
A snap Ofsted inspection at Bristol Brunel Academy found no evidence of partisan political views after the school postponed a visit by Labour MP Damien Egan.
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School Readiness Crisis: 40% of Children Lack Basic Skills
New data reveals a widening gap in school readiness expectations, with teachers spending significant time on basic care tasks instead of education due to austerity cuts and screen use.
Gas Leak Evacuates London Primary School
Kenmont Primary School in Kensal Green, North West London, has been evacuated due to a gas leak, with parents called to collect pupils as a precautionary measure.
London School Kids Host Winter Soup Sale at Borough Market
Secondary school pupils aged 11-16 will run market stalls at Borough Market's Green Market on February 3, selling homemade soup and bread to raise funds for food charity Plan Zheroes.
Quarter of Reception Pupils Not Toilet Trained, Survey Finds
A new survey reveals one in four children in England start school without basic toilet training, with teachers reporting declining school readiness across multiple regions.
School Readiness Crisis: Kids Swipe Books Like Phones
A new survey finds over a third of children are not school ready, with many unable to use books correctly or perform basic life skills independently.
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London February Half Term 2026 Dates Confirmed
Plan your February 2026 half term in London. Get the official school holiday dates and discover top family activities, from the Young V&A's Aardman exhibition to the Southbank Centre's Imagine Festival.
The Kids' Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with Junior Brainteasers
Molly Oldfield's children's quiz challenges your knowledge with questions set by kids. Submit your own brainteaser and explore her family-friendly books and podcast.
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'.
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.
Spock's Logic Puzzle: The Cookie Jar Solution Explained
Discover the surprising solution to a logic puzzle celebrating World Logic Day. Find out how rational players Andy, Bea, and Celine end up with 4, 6, and 0 cookies. A fascinating exercise in game theory.
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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.
Kids' Quiz: Test Your Knowledge with Children's Questions
Molly Oldfield's 'Everything Under the Sun' podcast inspires a fun family quiz. Test your wits with questions set by kids and learn how to submit your own brainteasers.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
London primary school gets zero food safety rating
A South London primary school has been given a food hygiene rating of zero. Inspectors found major improvements were needed, but the school says the issue was isolated and has been fixed.
Bradford charity links diverse schools to build empathy
The Linking Network charity connects children from different backgrounds in Bradford, fostering lifelong understanding. See how their work, born from the 2001 riots, is creating hope.
Melbourne's Pavilion School: A Last Resort Success
Discover how Melbourne's Pavilion School became an educational success story for at-risk students. Learn about this alternative state school's innovative approach to education.
Scottish school cancels play after racist abuse
Cauldeen primary school in Inverness cancels Christmas performance featuring Syrian refugees after receiving racist and abusive messages. Police investigating threats.
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Inverness Christmas show cancelled after racist abuse
Cauldeen Primary School in Inverness cancels its festive musical following a torrent of racist and abusive online messages. Police are investigating the incident.
Greg McCarthy, Historical Educator, Dies Aged 47
Greg McCarthy, who brought history to life for thousands of Midlands schoolchildren through his immersive character performances, has died aged 47. Discover his remarkable legacy.
London school uses courses to tackle pupil absence
A North London primary school is tackling persistent pupil absence by offering parents awareness courses instead of fines. Discover how this empathetic approach is improving attendance.
Aberdeen Santa remarks probe concludes
An investigation into complaints an Aberdeen primary teacher told pupils Santa wasn't real has concluded. Council confirms staff received guidance on sensitive discussions.
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