Tag #Uk Education

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England Faces Critical Shortage of Physics Teachers

Analysis reveals that a quarter of English state secondary schools will begin the academic year without a dedicated physics teacher, impacting 700,000 students and potentially hindering future STEM careers.

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dailymail.co.uk
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UK: 180,000 Pupils Risk Unemployment Due to High School Absence

A UK think tank warns that nearly 180,000 pupils face unemployment due to high school absence rates, with children from disadvantaged backgrounds disproportionately affected; the government cites recent improvements in overall and persistent absence rates.

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UK SEND Support Cuts Face Parental Backlash

Parents and educators criticize the UK government's potential cuts to special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support, citing lengthy delays in obtaining Education, Health and Care plans (EHCPs), insufficient funding, and difficulties navigating the system, impacting children's educational...

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Former Teacher Banned for Life After Decade-Long Delay in Reporting Sexual Misconduct

Philip Culling, a former director of music at Godolphin and Latymer School, has been banned from teaching for life after engaging in a sexual relationship with a 19-year-old student; the school's failure to report the incident allowed him to continue teaching elsewhere for years.

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dailymail.co.uk
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NEU Accused of Promoting Pro-Palestine Propaganda in British Schools

Britain's National Education Union (NEU) faces accusations of promoting pro-Palestine propaganda in schools after encouraging teachers to participate in a 'Nakba day of action' and a workshop on advocating for Palestine, prompting concerns about breaching impartiality guidelines and sparking a respo...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Record School Exclusions in Yorkshire Prompt Alternative Education Approach

A record 1,001 pupils were permanently excluded from schools in Yorkshire and the Humber in 2022/23; Springwell Harrogate provides an alternative education center for these students, focusing on building trust, self-esteem, and improved behavior through a holistic approach, including nature-based ac...

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White Working-Class Pupil Underachievement in GCSEs Labeled a 'National Disgrace'

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson called the underachievement of white working-class pupils in GCSE exams a 'national disgrace,' citing that only 18.6 percent of low-income white British students achieved at least a grade 5 in English and maths GCSEs compared to 45.9 percent of all state school...

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Booming EdTech in UK Schools Raises Concerns

England's EdTech industry, valued at £6.5bn in 2025, sees 90% of primary and 92% of secondary schools using learning platforms, but concerns exist regarding over-digitalization, data protection, and its overall impact on student learning.

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UK: Speech Issues in Children Linked to Increased Mental Health Risks

A new report from Speech and Language UK reveals that 45% of children referred to mental health services also have speech and language challenges, affecting two million children in the UK, many of whom may also develop mental health problems like anxiety and depression; the charity is calling for be...

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Good Health and Well-being
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UK Government Redirects Apprenticeship Funding to Boost Entry-Level Programs

The UK government announced a plan to create 120,000 new apprenticeship training places, primarily focusing on lower-level apprenticeships for young adults, funded partly by increased charges on employers hiring from outside the UK and a reduction in funding for higher-level programs.

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UK Launches School Mental Health Drive to Combat Rising Rates of Child Mental Disorders

The UK government announced a new mental health initiative in schools to combat rising rates of mental disorders in children (23.3% in 2023), aiming to provide all pupils with mental health support by 2030 and includes teaching children 'grit' to cope with life challenges, addressing concerns about ...

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NAHT Sues Ofsted Over School Inspection Reform Plans

The NAHT union is suing Ofsted over new school inspection plans, citing inadequate consultation and concerns about the mental health of school staff following the death of headteacher Ruth Perry, whose suicide followed a critical Ofsted report.

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