Free school campaigners 'planning all-through school in Dorset'

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:12:27 GMT

Free school campaigners in Dorset are proposing to open a new all-through school.

Pupils suggest names for housing estate

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:11:46 GMT

Pupils at one Derbyshire school were recently given the opportunity to suggest

Welsh youngsters draw out artistic talents

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:10:27 GMT

Welsh primary school pupils have created an exciting and colourful display with the

Devon pupils return from 'life changing' history trip

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:02:17 GMT

Year 11 students from Coombeshead College have returned from a history trip to

Ofqual chief calls for end to pen and paper exams

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:47:07 GMT

Ofqual's outgoing chief executive Elizabeth Nisbet is calling for traditional pen

Former soldiers to mentor pupils

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:45:46 GMT

Former members of the armed services are to become mentors to troubled children at a

Bath pupils teach silver surfers

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 17:01:17 GMT

Pensioners from Bath have been getting computer advice from local schoolchildren.

Bath pupils step back to Georgian times

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:50:32 GMT

Pupils from one Bath primary school stepped back in time this week when they hosted a

Bath schools battle against cyber bullying

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:49:33 GMT

A working group has been established to combat school cyber bullies in the Bath

Youngsters shown consequences of dangerous driving

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:48:45 GMT

Pupils at one Somerset school were provided with a realistic demonstration this week

Teacher swaps Cranmore school for Kenya classroom

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:48:04 GMT

A Somerset teacher is set to swap his regular class for a remote Kenyan school later

Louth students to get new art and design block

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:47:19 GMT

Work is now underway on a new art and design block at the King Edward VI

Young people 'let down by careers advice'

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:46:47 GMT

Young people are being "badly let down" as far as careers advice is

Cloud computing in schools 'could provide huge benefits'

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:43:31 GMT

The adoption of cloud computing in schools could have major benefits, it has been

Increasing student fees 'could cause two-tier system'

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:42:52 GMT

England could be left with a two-tier higher education system because of the

Leicester school recognised for health promotion work

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:42:04 GMT

Pupils and staff at one Leicester school were celebrating this week after receiving a

Chorley school deep-cleaned to kill bug

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:41:19 GMT

A Chorley primary school is being deep-cleaned this week following a virus

Russian scientist visits Derbyshire school

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:31:14 GMT

A Russian scientist who worked on the country's space programme was in Derbyshire

Schools spend ?293m on supply teachers

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:30:33 GMT

Non-academy secondary schools in England spent more than £293 million on supply

International baccalaureate 'offers breadth and independence'

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:29:47 GMT

The international baccalaureate diploma (IBD) offers a broad approach to study,

Pupils design high-visibility safety badge

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:29:00 GMT

Pupils from one Gloucestershire sixth form college are hoping to make a road safety

Plymouth students 'to attempt world record'

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 15:28:03 GMT

Pupils at one Plymouth school are set to make a world record attempt next month.

Royal Society calls teachers to have basic grasp of neurology

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:51:19 GMT

The basics of neurology should be a key part of teacher training, the Royal Society

1 in 5 schoolchildren 'living in poverty'

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:49:45 GMT

As many as one in five schoolchildren in the UK can be classed as living in severe

Bath pupils get hands-on to learn about science

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:48:35 GMT

Pupils at a primary school in Bath now have a wide range of scientific knowledge

Schoolchildren turn into roving reporters

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 17:05:41 GMT

Students from North Axholme Specialist Media Arts College had the opportunity to

Teachers 'increasing use of technology'

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:52:45 GMT

An increasing number of teachers are using technology in the classroom, new research

Cornish pupils raise money for African charity

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:52:00 GMT

Pupils from one Cornwall school have raised more than £350 for charity.

Welsh education system 'needs to change'

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:51:18 GMT

The Welsh education system is in need of an overhaul, an expert has

Annual school run raises ?30,000

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:50:47 GMT

Pupils at a school in Croydon have managed to raise a whopping £30,000 for good

Phonics in reading tests 'a good idea'

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:34:59 GMT

Introducing phonics into reading tests will help children to improve their skills, it

Brixham pupils promote healthy living

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:43:44 GMT

Youngsters at one Devon school swapped cars for bicycles this week as they used the

Devon pupils step back in time

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:42:54 GMT

Children at one Devon primary school stepped back in time this week when they swapped

Staffordshire students create wildlife garden

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:41:44 GMT

Pupils from Leek High Specialist Technology School have joined forces with

Teaching jobs could be filled according to religious beliefs, critics claim

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 17:35:07 GMT

Academy schools could leave themselves open to legal action should they ask that

Parents unite to save historic Staffordshire school from closure

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 17:33:33 GMT

The staff of St Dominic's school in Staffordshire will not have to look for new

Nottingham school teachers set to enjoy open-air lessons

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:43:35 GMT

Teachers at a primary school in Nottinghamshire are looking forward to the start of

Cheshire teaching duo gear up for Chinese adventure

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:41:45 GMT

A pair of Cheshire teachers is gearing up to embark on a great Chinese adventure this

Bolton primary pupils embrace work of Shakespeare

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:48:48 GMT

Although Shakespeare is not usually taught until children reach secondary

Teachers deserve more respect, says author

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:48:03 GMT

Teachers and parents should be given more respect and acknowledgement for the

Ashton school gets new activity area

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:47:18 GMT

Pupils at one north-west school have been celebrating this week after a new outdoor

New website launched for teachers

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:45:55 GMT

A new website has been launched for teachers, giving education professionals free

Welsh education minister announces money for capital works

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 15:45:27 GMT

The Welsh Assembly Government has announced that an additional £20.5 million

Paratroopers drop in on schoolchildren

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:13:12 GMT

A school in East Riding hosted some special visitors this week, with a group of

Royal Society calls for A-level changes

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:12:20 GMT

A-levels should be scrapped in favour of a baccalaureate-style qualification that

Schools 'need more freedom'

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:11:38 GMT

Schools need more freedom than they have had over the last two decades.

Subject debate needed, says Welsh education minister

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 11:48:52 GMT

A national debate is needed on the future of A-level and vocational subject choices,

Pupils take sporting equipment to Africa

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:24:36 GMT

A group of pupils from Stoke-on-Trent College are swapping their regular

Scottish council launches new scheme for school leavers

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:23:39 GMT

East Ayrshire Council has announced details of a new scheme aimed at preparing school

Teachers' A-level results 'more important than degrees'

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:47:14 GMT

Government plans to only award teacher training places to graduates with 2:2 or above

Bolton pupils 'make difference in community'

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:46:25 GMT

Pupils at one Bolton school have been making a difference in their community by doing

Scottish entrepreneur 'planning to open school'

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:45:50 GMT

One of Scotland's wealthiest businessmen is planning to open his own school.

12,000 youngsters 'not in education'

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 08:37:24 GMT

Thousands of children are missing from the education system, new figures have

Reducing class sizes 'may not be best use of resources'

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 08:34:07 GMT

Spending money reducing class sizes may not be the best use of education

Teachers 'need Facebook rules'

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 08:33:29 GMT

Teachers should be provided with rules on Facebook use, it has been claimed.

Preston students offered language advice

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 07:50:29 GMT

Students from Cardinal Newman College in Preston attended a special event this week

Changes announced to Welsh teacher training incentives

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 07:49:40 GMT

Changes have been made to the Welsh Assembly Government's initial teacher

School wins grant for nature zone

Wed, 9 Feb 2011 17:15:43 GMT

Pupils at one York school will soon have their own butterfly garden and bog marsh.

Scotland's universities 'should not be seen as cheap option'

Wed, 9 Feb 2011 17:15:05 GMT

Scotland's universities should not be seen as a cheap option for overseas EU

Singing at school 'boosts confidence'

Wed, 9 Feb 2011 15:25:09 GMT

Singing as part of a school choir or during lessons can help to boost a child's

High school opens up for science fair

Wed, 9 Feb 2011 15:24:31 GMT

Walton High School in Stafford is opening its doors to the public next month for its

Pupil brings WWI grenade to school

Wed, 9 Feb 2011 15:20:54 GMT

A school was evacuated earlier this week after an unsuspecting youngster brought a

School hails class of 70 a success

Tue, 8 Feb 2011 15:43:04 GMT

A pilot team-teaching scheme which saw 70 year three pupils being taught together has

Education bill 'is an audacious and unprecedented power grab'

Tue, 8 Feb 2011 15:42:23 GMT

Michael Gove's education bill has been described as "an audacious and

Government announces ?82.5m investment in music education

Tue, 8 Feb 2011 15:41:47 GMT

The government has announced plans to make £82.5 million available for music

Free schools 'are ludicrous'

Tue, 8 Feb 2011 08:28:33 GMT

Free schools are divisive and will be a "blot on the landscape", it has

More bilingual champions for Welsh colleges

Tue, 8 Feb 2011 08:27:06 GMT

More than £700,000 of grant funding has been made available to extend the Welsh

New school opened in Wales

Tue, 8 Feb 2011 08:26:35 GMT

A new state-of-the-art primary school has been opened in Wales.

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GCSE art 'getting side-lined'

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 17:04:20 GMT

The introduction of the English baccalaureate qualification is likely to lead to many

Plymouth college to undergo ?4m revamp

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 17:03:39 GMT

Work is underway to revamp the Kings Road campus at City College Plymouth.

Scottish schoolchildren head to CERN

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 17:00:57 GMT

A group of Scottish pupils left their school behind this week to take a tour around

Russell Group publishes post-16 study guide

Fri, 4 Feb 2011 18:03:48 GMT

The Russell Group of leading universities has teamed up with the Institute of Career

Devon pupils spend day in Victorian kitchen

Fri, 4 Feb 2011 17:58:57 GMT

Children from one Devon primary school swapped their classroom for a day in a

Geography lessons 'not good enough'

Fri, 4 Feb 2011 12:12:49 GMT

Geography lessons in many English schools are not up to scratch, a new Ofsted report

New curriculum 'should cater for all'

Thu, 3 Feb 2011 17:08:34 GMT

The government has been warned that a curriculum focusing too much on academic

Schools 'need elite teaching graduates'

Thu, 3 Feb 2011 17:07:57 GMT

Secondary schools should have at least some teachers who graduated from elite

Bath youngsters get creative

Thu, 3 Feb 2011 17:06:01 GMT

Pupils at a primary school in Bath got in touch with their creative sides this week

Pupils take part in SOS fundraising day

Thu, 3 Feb 2011 17:04:31 GMT

Children and staff at one Cornwall primary school took part in a special SOS

Independent boys' schools 'near extinction'

Thu, 3 Feb 2011 11:24:34 GMT

The number of independent boys' schools in the UK has fallen dramatically over

Academies 'will lead to two-tier education system'

Thu, 3 Feb 2011 11:23:58 GMT

Creating more academies will lead to a two-tier education system, it has been

'No excuses' for poor performance in Welsh schools

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 15:25:08 GMT

Welsh education minister Leighton Andrews has outlined plans to bring about

One-to-one tuition 'can help disadvantaged pupils reach potential'

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 15:24:20 GMT

Providing one-to-one tuition for disadvantaged pupils can help them to reach their

Scottish council approves ?812m school building programme

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 15:23:41 GMT

South Lanarkshire Council has said that an £812 million school building

Sixth forms 'need to take collaborative approach'

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:30:31 GMT

Sixth form colleges may find it necessary to take a more collaborative approach in

Financial education 'should not be compulsory'

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:29:46 GMT

Financial education should not form part of the national curriculum, it has been

There is 'little evidence of how free schools will work'

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:28:57 GMT

There is little evidence of how the free schools movement will work, it has been

Campaigners save Yorkshire school

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:28:16 GMT

A tiny Yorkshire primary school has been saved following a nine-week campaign.

Languages 'must be taken seriously'

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 15:59:01 GMT

Languages should be taken as seriously as subjects such as maths and science.

Removal of EMA 'will put families in difficulty'

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 15:57:52 GMT

The government's decision to end Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) payments

New places created at Birmingham schools

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 15:57:10 GMT

More than 1,700 extra class places are to be created at eight Birmingham primary

Eight free school proposals progress to pre-opening stage

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 12:22:55 GMT

Eight free school proposals have progressed from business case and plan stage to the

Southampton primary set for total rebuild

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 17:16:59 GMT

A Southampton primary school is set to benefit from a £7.5 million rebuild.

Training drain leads to teacher shortage

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:00:41 GMT

The number of people applying to become secondary schools teachers has reduced

Education bill 'will help raise standards'

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:59:26 GMT

The government's new education bill will "help teachers to raise standards

One in four graduates 'would not recommend university'

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 11:36:29 GMT

Almost half of university leavers do not believe higher education has prepared them

Schoolchildren fundraise for RSPCA

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 17:12:38 GMT

Children at a school in Bath swapped their school uniform for more unusual attire

Teachers 'impacted by false allegations'

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 17:12:04 GMT

Thousands of teachers have false allegations made against them every year.

New school planned for Peterborough

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:31:51 GMT

Peterborough City Council is planning to open a new primary school to accommodate the

Schools 'could pay for own crossing patrols'

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:30:55 GMT

Schools could be forced to pay for their own road crossing patrols if local

Number of state school pupils learning languages 'in decline'

Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:30:05 GMT

Fewer students in state schools are learning foreign languages this year compared to

Spending gap between England and Wales 'increasing'

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:33:18 GMT

The spending gap between schools in England and Wales has increased.

New

Government's education plans 'may not suit everyone'

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:32:18 GMT

The government's plan to focus on traditional academic subjects may work well for

School CCTV labelled 'unfair'

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:19:00 GMT

A school which introduced cameras to catch pupils smoking has been criticised for

Search powers 'will damage relationships with pupils'

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:12:46 GMT

Many teachers are concerned over the new powers they will have to search pupils, a

Most universities will charge ?9,000 a year, predicts student leader

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:12:01 GMT

The leader of the National Union of Students (NUS) has predicted that most school

Nape: There is a correlation between reading ability and background

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 11:38:44 GMT

A child's ability to read can sometimes be linked to their social background,

Employers 'recruiting bright pupils from school'

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 11:37:55 GMT

An increasing number of top employers are recruiting pupils straight from school, due

Six-week holidays 'should be scrapped'

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 15:55:56 GMT

Plaid Cymru is calling for six-week holidays to be scrapped and spread throughout the

Religious education 'must not be neglected'

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 14:04:17 GMT

The government has been urged not to neglect religious education (RE) in British

Engage for Education 'proving popular'

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 14:03:11 GMT

Scotland's Engage for Education website is attracting an increasing number of

Businesses 'should be more involved in education'

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 14:02:14 GMT

Businesses should be more involved in schools in order to encourage more young people

Headteacher apologies after 'scary history exercise'

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:49:41 GMT

A Lancashire-based headteacher has said sorry after a history exercise left some of

School curriculum review 'not necessary'

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:48:50 GMT

The government's planned national curriculum review has been branded as not

Cumbrian head hits out over English baccalaureate qualification

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 11:40:17 GMT

A Cumbrian headteacher has spoken out over the government's decision to include

Number of unemployed teachers falls in Scotland

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 11:18:58 GMT

The number of teachers claiming Job Seeker's Allowance (JSA) has fallen in

Hundreds of Welsh children 'being educated at home'

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 15:35:05 GMT

Hundreds of Welsh children have been withdrawn from local authority education and are

Special needs pupils to learn in mainstream schools

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 15:30:43 GMT

Pupils with behavioural and emotional difficulties could learn in centres that are

More young people involved in learning in Wales

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 15:28:20 GMT

More young people in Wales are choosing to engage in education, employment or

National curriculum 'to be overhauled'

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 13:28:15 GMT

The national curriculum is to be overhauled over the next three years, in what is

Police card scheme rolled out in Cornish schools

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 13:27:19 GMT

A new initiative has been launched in Cornwall in a bid to improve relations between

Blackburn company creates new high-tech white board

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:59:11 GMT

A company from Blackburn has developed a new touch-screen whiteboard capable of

Scrapping EMA 'is false economy'

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:58:23 GMT

Doing away with Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) payments for disadvantaged

Students focus on citizenship

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:55:37 GMT

Pupils at one Staffordshire school skipped regular classes for a day this week to

Students protest against EMA cuts

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 11:59:42 GMT

Thousands of students are set to hold protests across the country today (January

Staffordshire pupils go back to the past

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 11:58:47 GMT

Pupils at one Staffordshire school enjoyed a history lesson with a difference

Sixth form colleges to receive more investment

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 11:57:35 GMT

Sixth form colleges across England are to receive more investment as part of a new

Government urged not to ditch citizenship education

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 15:39:41 GMT

The government is being urged not to drop citizenship education from the

Leeds students learn about sustainability

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 15:38:12 GMT

Pupils across Leeds will be focusing on sustainability and preserving the environment

London secondary schools 'could offer primary places'

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 15:27:58 GMT

Two London secondary schools could be made into all-age schools as part of plans to

Pupils 'should be banned from putting hands up'

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 12:13:30 GMT

Teachers should not ask pupils to put their hands up when they know the answer to a

One in seven 'would leave if EMA is cut'

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 11:53:10 GMT

One in seven Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) recipients would leave if their

Mothers 'tell white lies at school gates'

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 15:19:51 GMT

A recent study has revealed that most mothers have told white lies about their

A-levels 'could be taken at different time'

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 15:16:53 GMT

A-level exams could be taken earlier, meaning students would not have to wait to be

Welsh baccalaureate 'expanded'

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:49:33 GMT

The Welsh baccalaureate qualification is to be rolled out across a further 53

English baccalaureate 'could discourage struggling pupils'

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:48:50 GMT

The government's new English baccalaureate could discourage poor-performing

Bolton youngsters 'make a year's worth of maths progress in 12 weeks'

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:04:35 GMT

Pupils at one Bolton primary school have been finding out that maths can be fun.

School IT 'failing to keep pace'

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:01:03 GMT

Students are learning more and using technology more frequently at home than

Schools 'struggle to find heads'

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 14:41:56 GMT

More than 40 per cent of primary schools and a quarter of secondary schools struggled

Having lunch on school grounds 'can reduce truancy'

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 14:41:15 GMT

Children can benefit from eating their lunch on school grounds, rather than visiting

Cutting edge digital zone opened in Welsh school

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 14:40:25 GMT

Welsh education minister Leighton Andrews was on hand earlier this week to open a new

Report makes recommendations for Scottish teachers

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 14:39:43 GMT

Published this week, a new review led by Scotland's former chief inspector of

Provision of RSE in Northern Ireland improving

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:58:33 GMT

The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) has found that the provision of

English baccalaureate 'will make it harder for poor schools to hide'

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:57:48 GMT

The English baccalaureate provides parents with the information they need to make an

League tables are 'complete nonsense'

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:56:59 GMT

School performance data published this week by the government has been criticised by

Teacher training courses 'not up to scratch'

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:56:12 GMT

Trainee teachers in Scotland could be forced to take literacy and numeracy tests when

Somerset pupils spend night in playground

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:34:03 GMT

Primary pupils at one school in Somerset stepped outside the classroom this week to

Government accused of 'moving education goalposts'

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 17:01:05 GMT

Ranking schools in terms of how many students meet the English baccalaureate criteria

Government announces school comparison facility

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 17:00:16 GMT

Parents visiting the Department for Education's website from today (January

Parents provided with more school data

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:59:32 GMT

The government is providing parents with more data on how their child's school is

Portsmouth teenager calls for compulsory sex education classes

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:58:10 GMT

A 14-year-old from Portsmouth is calling for English schoolchildren to be provided

Scottish pupils given flu advice

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:57:21 GMT

Pupils in Scotland have been given advice on how to avoid spreading flu now

Secondary school history lessons 'being dumbed down'

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:56:29 GMT

Education secretary Michael Gove has been warned that secondary school history

Employers 'want school-leavers with language skills'

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:55:32 GMT

Employers are increasingly looking for school-leavers and graduates who can

Introducing English baccalaureate retrospectively 'is crazy'

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:14:34 GMT

Headteachers across the country have expressed concern about the introduction of the

Majority of Scottish schools reopen after snow and holidays

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:11:20 GMT

All bar three of Scotland's schools have reopened this week following closures

Head urges parents to register for free school meals

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:10:35 GMT

Parents at one school in London are being urged to register for free school meals if

Students 'face barriers to language learning'

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:09:59 GMT

There are significant barriers to learning languages in secondary school, it has been

Classes on natural world 'should be on a par with maths'

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:51:56 GMT

Classes on the natural world should be considered as important as maths and English,

Schools 'need to embrace new technology'

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:51:09 GMT

Schools need to move with the times and integrate phones and other internet-enabled

Cultural activity sessions 'send attendance rates soaring'

Fri, 7 Jan 2011 17:25:40 GMT

Attendance rates at one Buckinghamshire school have rocketed after pupils took part

Teachers 'should be trained to sport depression'

Fri, 7 Jan 2011 17:24:33 GMT

Teachers should be trained to spot mental health problems in their students, it has

Children 'could start vocational courses from age 14'

Fri, 7 Jan 2011 17:23:14 GMT

Secondary school pupils could start vocational training from as young as 14 under new

Science experiments 'too dull'

Fri, 7 Jan 2011 17:21:47 GMT

Ofsted inspectors have warned that science lessons are often dull and

Schoolchildren 'should be taught ballroom dancing'

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 17:13:34 GMT

British schoolchildren should be taught ballroom dancing as it helps to improve

Over ten per cent of schools now academies

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 17:12:34 GMT

More than one in ten secondary schools are now academies, government figures have

GCSEs 'should be taken at age of 14'

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 17:11:44 GMT

British schoolchildren should be taking their GCSE exams at the age of 14.

Government 'should not stand in the way of new grammar schools'

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 17:10:59 GMT

The government should not stand in the way of local authorities that want to create

Unions 'should not stand in the way of academies'

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 17:10:19 GMT

Teacher and blogger Katharine Birbalsingh has questioned why the National Union of

One in six secondary schools in deficit

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 17:09:49 GMT

Government figures show the number of Secondary schools in financial deficit is on

Free schools 'could benefit parents and pupils'

Wed, 5 Jan 2011 16:37:46 GMT

Free schools are "absolutely vital" and could have major benefits for

More children 'receiving tuition for grammar school tests'

Wed, 5 Jan 2011 16:36:35 GMT

An increasing number of children are being privately tutored for grammar school

Government 'should focus on pupil wellbeing as well as exams'

Wed, 5 Jan 2011 16:35:33 GMT

The government could undermine the wellbeing of children by putting too much focus on

Free schools not wanted, says NUT

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 16:33:59 GMT

The National Union of Teachers (NUT) has claimed that free schools are "not

Scottish schools announce plans to minimise weather disruption

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 16:27:30 GMT

Schools in Scotland have announced plans to reduce the disruption caused by

Pupils 'could take Common Entrance online'

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 16:26:01 GMT

Students taking the Common Entrance exam in the future could find themselves sitting

GSA launches parenting book

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 16:25:20 GMT

The Girls' School Association (GSA) is preparing to launch a new book for parents

Classic is most popular book for Scottish schoolchildren

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 17:46:14 GMT

Oor Wullie has been named as Scotland's most popular children's book.

New scholarship launched for children of servicemen and women

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 17:45:39 GMT

A new scholarship has been launched for the children of British troops killed on

British education system 'should follow lead of Far East'

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 16:53:34 GMT

The UK can learn a great deal from the education systems in countries such as China

Schoolchildren without computers 'at major disadvantage'

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 17:28:37 GMT

Schoolchildren that do not have internet access at home are at a major disadvantage

Coalition aims to 'transform life chances for disadvantaged pupils'

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 17:27:40 GMT

Children from wealthy homes are nearly twice as likely to do well in their GCSEs as

End of modular examinations 'would damage pupils' self esteem'

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 21:29:30 GMT

A move towards end-of-year exams and away from a modular system of testing would

Wirral 'set for new academy'

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:15:49 GMT

The government has given the go-ahead for a new academy in Wirral in Merseyside

Private school students 55 times more likely to go to Oxbridge

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 16:14:33 GMT

Students from private schools are 55 times more likely to study at Oxford and

Devon school children achieve science project first

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 17:14:31 GMT

A group of school children from Devon have had their science project accepted for

Children to be given 'reading MOT'

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 15:51:57 GMT

School pupils will be tested at the age of six to make sure that they can read

Competitive sport plan to be at centre of rounded education

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 15:50:30 GMT

A new approach to school sports has been set out by the education secretary Michael

Children 'need variety of methods to learn to read'

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 17:11:43 GMT

Children should be taught to read through a variety of methods, it has been

Half of five-year-old boys 'failing to pick up basics'

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 17:33:59 GMT

New figures from the Department for Education show that 53.1 per cent of

Welsh education minister opens new school

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 17:33:02 GMT

Welsh education minister Leighton Andrews has opened a new school at Ysgol Maes y

SATs 'are unreliable'

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 17:32:15 GMT

SATs are unreliable and should be scrapped in favour of manageable teacher

Welsh schoolchildren urged to read small amount each day

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 17:07:46 GMT

The cast of the Wizard of Oz, which is currently being staged in Aberystwyth took

GCSE attainment gap 'concerning'

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 16:55:13 GMT

The government is concerned that the attainment gap between wealthy and

EMA payments 'are cost-effective'

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:50:55 GMT

The government's decision to scrap Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA)

New school closure guidance published in Wales

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:49:51 GMT

The Welsh government has published new guidance for schools affected by bad

Disadvantaged pupils 'need more resources'

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 08:09:52 GMT

The government needs to provide more resources for disadvantaged pupils, it has been

Concern that RE will be 'marginalised' with English Baccalaureate

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 08:07:27 GMT

The Catholic Education Service has expressed concern that religious education could

Pupils with unemployed parents 'make least progress'

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 08:04:01 GMT

Primary school pupils with unemployed parents make far less progress than those with

Report questions effectiveness of pre-school education initiatives

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 17:12:42 GMT

Attempts to boost numeracy and literacy levels among pre-school children over the

Almost 1,000 primary schools not meeting minimum standards, league tables show

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:56:48 GMT

Nearly 1,000 primary schools in England are still failing to ensure that their pupils

Britain trailing the world in higher maths studies, report reveals

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:51:23 GMT

The UK is at risk of falling behind the rest of the developed world in the fields of

York Council outlines planned changes to music lessons in the city

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 16:06:37 GMT

A number of music teaching jobs could be cut in the city of York as local councillors

Sheffield schools improving as top talent given toughest jobs

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:58:29 GMT

Installing top talent into some of the toughest teaching jobs in Sheffield is helping

Schools to benefit from extra funding for taking on disadvantaged pupils

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:42:32 GMT

Schools in England are to be given an extra £430 for every child from a

Raising tuition fees 'could threaten social mobility'

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:57:04 GMT

The government's decision to increase the tuition fee cap could threaten social

Devon school honoured with award

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:56:18 GMT

A Devon school has been honoured for teaching pupils to appreciate other cultures.

Bolton primary pupils uncover the past

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:55:36 GMT

Pupils at Plodder Lane Primary School in Bolton have been uncovering their

Strong literacy skills 'are vital'

Thu, 9 Dec 2010 17:44:36 GMT

The country is storing up problems for the future if children do not gain the

Teachers 'should not be criticised over Pisa report'

Wed, 8 Dec 2010 17:35:53 GMT

The government should not use the Programme for International Student Assessment

Ruane: Principals do not take decision to close lightly

Wed, 8 Dec 2010 17:34:59 GMT

Northern Ireland Education Minister Catriona Ruane has offered her support to school

Schoolchildren urged to make New Year promises

Wed, 8 Dec 2010 17:27:31 GMT

The British Humanist Association (BHA) has launched a new project encouraging

Gove: Pisa report highlights need for reforms

Tue, 7 Dec 2010 17:16:06 GMT

Education secretary Michael Gove has responded to new figures from the Organisation

University tuition fees will be affordable, promises Willetts

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 18:06:30 GMT

Universities minister David Willetts has promised that higher tuition fees will still

New ?15m special needs school gains approval

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 18:05:25 GMT

West Sussex Planning Committee has granted permission for a new purpose-built special

Freedom 'is key to school improvements'

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 18:04:41 GMT

Giving teachers the freedom to be more creative is the key to driving improvements in

Devon pupils visit Met Office

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 18:03:44 GMT

A group of schoolchildren from the south-west took a trip to the Met Office last week

Additional support 'needed for young carers'

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 18:00:49 GMT

Mental health charity YoungMinds is calling on schools to provide adequate support

Gloucester primary pupils learn outdoors

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 17:59:43 GMT

Pupils at one primary school in Gloucestershire have been taking part in extra

Bolton Saturday school proving popular

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 17:58:53 GMT

Children attending a Saturday school in the north-west have given the idea the

Too many pupils 'find poetry boring'

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 17:56:32 GMT

Former poet laureate Sir Andrew Motion has criticised the way poetry is taught in

Majority of Scottish pupils return to school

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 17:55:46 GMT

The majority of children in Scotland returned to school today (December 6th),

Headteachers urged not to worry about attendance impact when remaining open

Fri, 3 Dec 2010 17:31:13 GMT

The Department for Education (DfE) has issued guidance for headteachers at schools

Comprehensive students 'do better at university'

Fri, 3 Dec 2010 17:26:57 GMT

Students from comprehensive schools are likely to gain better degree classifications

University applications 'should be made after A-level results'

Fri, 3 Dec 2010 17:26:03 GMT

Students should decide which university courses they want to apply for after

Welsh book scheme launched for primary pupils

Thu, 2 Dec 2010 17:36:54 GMT

A new scheme has been launched to encourage primary school pupils to read Welsh

New school governor guide unveiled in Northern Ireland

Thu, 2 Dec 2010 17:35:30 GMT

School governors in Northern Ireland can now access a new online guide aimed at

Decisions to close schools 'should be taken on local basis'

Thu, 2 Dec 2010 17:34:47 GMT

Decisions on whether schools should be closed due to snow should be taken on a local

Weather closes one in four schools

Thu, 2 Dec 2010 17:34:05 GMT

Adverse weather conditions have caused the closure of nearly one in four schools

Latin 'still an important subject'

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 16:21:25 GMT

Latin may be an ancient language, but it is still an important subject and should be

Burnham slams sports cuts

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 16:20:42 GMT

The government's plans to axe the £162 million School Sports Partnership

Welsh students 'will pay no extra fees'

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 16:19:56 GMT

Tuition fees in Wales are set to rise to £6,000 per annum from 2012, with some

Scottish school-leavers 'heading in right direction'

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 16:19:05 GMT

The majority of Scottish school-leavers go to "positive destinations" when

Scottish government exceeds primary class size targets

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 16:16:04 GMT

Targets agreed between the Scottish government and Convention of Scottish Local

Proposed government reading test 'will distort how subject is taught'

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:46:57 GMT

Government proposals to give children a phonics-based reading progress check

Hundreds of schools close due to weather

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:46:09 GMT

Hundreds of schools across Britain have been forced to close their doors today

Athletes slam government plans to cut sport funding

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:45:13 GMT

Some of Britain's top athletes have joined forces to condemn the government's

Primary class sizes in Wales stay below 30

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 16:44:29 GMT

The majority of primary schools in Wales have fewer than 30 pupils, government

Withdrawing funding for trainees with third-class degrees 'will have negative impact'

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 17:09:17 GMT

Government plans to stop funding initial teacher training places for candidates with

Teachers and head 'will drive school improvements'

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 18:15:19 GMT

Teachers and heads will be at the heart of school improvements, the government has

Teachers 'need freedom to make lessons more interesting'

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 17:17:28 GMT

Teachers could make lessons more interesting if they had greater freedom in the

Government to introduce primary school reading checks

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 17:13:07 GMT

Year 1 students are to be given phonics-based reading checks, it has been

Scottish education secretary pledges to protect teaching jobs

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 17:00:07 GMT

Scottish education secretary Michael Russell has pledged to protect teaching jobs and

Government 'to scrap bite-size GCSE testing'

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 16:59:24 GMT

The government is keen to end bite-size testing at GCSE level, it has been

Nick Hornby launches student writing project

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 17:11:45 GMT

Author Nick Hornby has launched a new writing project for pupils in east London.

Welsh draft Budget protects education priorities

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 17:06:29 GMT

Wales' draft Budget has been welcomed by the country's Education Minister

Government 'should focus on development of excluded pupils'

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 17:04:43 GMT

The government should focus on the all-round development of children who are expelled

NLE numbers to be increased

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 17:40:03 GMT

Education secretary Michael Gove has set out new plans to tackle underperformance in

Smooth transition from primary to secondary 'requires good communication'

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 17:35:43 GMT

Leaving primary school and entering secondary education can be a challenging time for

Minister outlines early years education plans

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 16:03:01 GMT

Children's minister Sarah Teather has outlined the first actions the government

Rugby players urge children to read more

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:59:26 GMT

Rugby players in Wales have joined forces with the government to encourage

Schools minister calls for more focus on KS1

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:08:05 GMT

Schools minister Nick Gibb is calling for primary schools to place more focus on

Internet access 'is a must for schoolchildren'

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:07:25 GMT

Schoolchildren without internet access are likely to struggle with their work, new

Majority of teachers oppose pension cuts

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:06:40 GMT

The majority of teachers believe there is no valid reason to cut pensions, according

Young people 'dream of being teachers'

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:26:21 GMT

More young people want to be teachers when they are older than actors or singers, it

Publishing extra school and teacher data 'will increase bureaucracy'

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 17:17:06 GMT

Government plans to publish additional information relating to schools and teachers

School governors 'should consider academy freedoms'

Tue, 9 Nov 2010 18:04:32 GMT

The governors of outstanding schools across England are being urged to consider

Careers guidance 'must improve'

Mon, 8 Nov 2010 17:27:26 GMT

The standard of careers guidance offered to British schoolchildren needs to

Sex education provision 'is far from adequate'

Fri, 5 Nov 2010 16:50:54 GMT

Sex education provision across UK schools is far from adequate.

This is

Performance of academies 'has been mixed'

Thu, 4 Nov 2010 16:03:38 GMT

The performance of academies has been a mixed picture, it has been claimed.

Children 'benefit from parental engagement in education'

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 17:41:39 GMT

Children benefit considerably when their parents engage in their education.

Children on free school meals 'should have admissions priority'

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 17:30:56 GMT

Pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds should be given priority for school places in

Scottish pupils interview Alex Salmond

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 17:30:22 GMT

Pupils at one Glasgow secondary school were given the opportunity to question first

Schools 'perform better with league tables'

Tue, 2 Nov 2010 16:58:27 GMT

Schools in Wales were more effective before the abolition of league tables, a new

Gove 'planning to make admissions simpler and fairer'

Tue, 2 Nov 2010 16:57:45 GMT

Education secretary Michael Gove said he plans to make the school admissions

Parents 'do whatever it takes' for school place

Mon, 1 Nov 2010 17:33:51 GMT

Some parents would go to any lengths to ensure their child gets into the school of

Welsh teachers receive guidance on disciplinary powers

Mon, 1 Nov 2010 17:31:32 GMT

Teachers in Wales have been given new clarification of their powers regarding

Schools 'should not focus on C-grade GCSE passes'

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 17:24:39 GMT

Schools should not place so much focus on ensuring students achieve a certain number

Increasing tuition fees 'will take away student choice'

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:04:15 GMT

Increasing tuition fees will leave young people will less choice when it comes to

Scottish government launches literacy initiative

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:03:09 GMT

The Scottish government has launched a new strategy aimed at improving literacy

Welsh youngsters encouraged to study STEM subjects

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:02:23 GMT

Young people in Wales are being encouraged to study science, technology, engineering

Parents 'don't rate sport highly enough'

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 18:20:14 GMT

Many parents do not place enough emphasis on the importance of sport, it has

Teacher uses gay history lessons to tackle bullying

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:27:26 GMT

A teacher at one north London school has been using history lessons to tackle

Thousands of schools 'overcrowded'

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:26:38 GMT

Thousands of primary and secondary schools in England are either at capacity or

Welsh Baccalaureate students get government support

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:25:30 GMT

Baccalaureate students in Wales have been given the opportunity to see how politics

More spending on schools 'unavoidable' as classrooms fill up

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:14:02 GMT

As many as one in five classrooms across England and Wales are now completely full,

Rise in SEN 'down to class sizes'

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 17:21:02 GMT

The rise in the number of children being diagnosed with special educational needs

Class background 'linked to truancy rates'

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 17:18:08 GMT

A student's class background can have a direct impact on whether they play truant

ATL: Spending review is a mixed bag

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 17:05:07 GMT

The government's spending review is a mixed bag as far as education is concerned,

One in four boys at primary level 'has special needs'

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 17:09:36 GMT

New government figures have revealed that one in four male primary school pupils have

Fewer school children taking unauthorised absences

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:42:28 GMT

Fewer schoolchildren are taking time off with unauthorised absences, new figures from

A-level failures 'offered ?5K'

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 17:00:47 GMT

Students at one north-west school are being offered £5,000 in compensation if

Girls and boys 'do better separately'

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 17:07:31 GMT

Girls and boys perform better at school when they are taught apart.

This

Scotland gives more protection to rural schools

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 14:36:18 GMT

The Scottish government has announced plans to give more protection to rural schools

Students missing millions of lessons for term time holidays

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 15:49:43 GMT

Approximately 31 million lessons are missed each year by children taking term time

Johnny Depp appears at primary school

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 15:48:59 GMT

Pupils at one south-east London primary school got the surprise of their lives last

Students 'need financial help and advice'

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:48:11 GMT

It is important that school leavers receive adequate financial advice and guidance,

ASCL: All students should have university access

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:47:16 GMT

Every young person in Britain should have the opportunity to access higher

Shetland school to open for single pupil

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:47:16 GMT

A Shetland school will open its doors for a single pupil later this month.

Minister calls for increased effort to help children struggling with three Rs

Thu, 7 Oct 2010 18:01:18 GMT

Greater effort needs to be made to ensure children arrive at secondary school having

Schools set for national Olympic-style competition

Wed, 6 Oct 2010 18:32:01 GMT

Graduates looking for teaching jobs in Britain may be interested to hear about a new

Extended summer breaks leave pupils 'sluggish and forgetful'

Tue, 5 Oct 2010 09:40:57 GMT

Long summer holidays are a thing of the past at a school in Manchester following a

North-west teachers raising money to battle cuts

Fri, 1 Oct 2010 17:05:30 GMT

With the coalition government planning vast cuts for the public sector, one group of

Schoolchildren 'should be taught money management skills'

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 13:16:51 GMT

Schoolchildren should be taught how to manage their money, it has been claimed.

Quality of Scottish school buildings 'improving'

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 13:15:09 GMT

The quality of school buildings in Scotland has improved over the last three years,

Government education policies 'will increase inequality'

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 13:14:32 GMT

The government's education policies will increase the divide between rich and

Parents 'consider school choice more carefully'

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:25:29 GMT

Parents increasingly recognise the importance of sending their children to a school

Schools optimistic on ICT despite cuts

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:17:12 GMT

Schools are optimistic about their future information and communications technology

Government must re-think school building, says Balls

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:08:33 GMT

The government must do a u-turn and reinstate the school building programme, shadow

Cambridge comes top of education department league table

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:34:20 GMT

The University of Cambridge has been rated as the best teacher-training facility in

Gove wants children to receive 'top quality' music education

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 18:13:43 GMT

Education secretary Michael Gove has launched a new independent review of music

?15bn needed for school repairs

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:57:47 GMT

£15 billion is needed over the next four years to pay for essential school

School form-filling 'reduced'

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 14:34:09 GMT

The government has taken steps to reduce the amount of form-filling done by teachers

Bursaries 'not influencing university choices'

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 14:32:33 GMT

Bursaries offered to disadvantaged pupils do not influence their university choices,

Academically gifted graduates 'may not make good teachers'

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 14:28:28 GMT

People who are gifted academically do not necessarily make the best teachers, it has

Free schools policy 'will not increase social divide'

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 17:18:57 GMT

The creation of free schools will not increase social divides, according to deputy

Teachers 'working hard to make Curriculum for Excellence a success'

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 17:14:29 GMT

Teachers in Scotland are working hard to make the country's new Curriculum for

Children 'like being tested at school'

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:28:28 GMT

A survey of children and parents in England and Wales has revealed overwhelming

Liberal Democrats oppose free schools and academies

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:26:46 GMT

The Liberal Democrat Party has voted against the coalition's free school and

More males 'attracted to secondary school teaching'

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:25:09 GMT

Male graduates are more attracted to secondary school teaching than primary, it has

Parents 'want better discipline in schools'

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 17:32:25 GMT

Parents want more discipline in schools, not "wild and wacky" teaching, it

Scottish government launches new Education and Culture Action Plan

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:26:03 GMT

The Scottish government has launched a new Education and Culture Action Plan, which

Pupils 'increasingly using computers for homework'

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:25:07 GMT

British pupils are increasingly using computers to carry out school work, it has been

Kent pupils address teachers by first names

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:24:23 GMT

A school in Kent has broken with tradition, allowing pupils to address their teachers

Men 'still getting top teaching jobs'

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 17:19:24 GMT

Despite teaching being a female-dominated profession, men are still managing to

School libraries 'being wasted'

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 17:18:33 GMT

Many schools are failing to get the most out of their libraries, a new report has

Thousands of children 'wrongly labelled as SEN'

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 16:31:02 GMT

Thousands of school children are being wrongly labelled as having special educational

Scottish pupils learn about Holocaust

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 16:30:06 GMT

Pupils from 65 Scottish schools will travel to Poland tomorrow (September 15th) to

Numbers of qualified history teachers declining

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:16:27 GMT

The number of specialist history teachers in British schools is declining, it has

Vocational courses 'must contain right mix of education and training'

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 17:32:21 GMT

It is important that vocational courses for schoolchildren contain the right mix of

Government to review SEN provision

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 17:31:40 GMT

The government is set to publish a green paper later this year, outlining its plans

Government to review vocational education

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 17:17:14 GMT

The government has announced plans to review vocational education for people

Class sizes 'should be limited to 20 pupils'

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 17:16:39 GMT

Primary school class sizes should be limited to 20 pupils, it has been claimed.

UK exams 'will be toughened'

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 17:16:53 GMT

Examinations sat by schoolchildren in the UK will be toughened in the future, it has

Free school numbers 'exceed Gove's expectations'

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 17:15:54 GMT

Education secretary Michael Gove said he is pleased with the number of free schools

Free schools progress to next stage

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 17:10:22 GMT

The government has announced that 16 free school proposals will be progressing to the

Low academy take-up 'not surprising'

Mon, 6 Sep 2010 17:17:32 GMT

The low number of schools applying to become academies this year is not entirely

Male and female pupils 'should be taught separately'

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 17:44:38 GMT

Boys and girls develop at different rates and should be taught separately, it has

DVD introduced for Scottish early years teachers

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 18:53:44 GMT

A new DVD has been developed to help Gaelic early years teachers make the most of the

Out of school activities 'can make children better learners'

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 18:46:21 GMT

Doing out of school activities can help children to become more active learners, it

Over 140 schools to become academies

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 18:45:23 GMT

Education secretary Michael Gove has announced that 142 schools will convert

NI education minister announces chemistry grade investigation

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 17:55:35 GMT

Northern Ireland education minister Caitriona Ruane has asked the Office of

Term-time holidays 'on the rise'

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:35:17 GMT

Figures published last week by the Department of Education show the number of parents

Primary teaching 'has female image'

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:32:30 GMT

Primary school teaching has somehow acquired a female image over the years, it has

Schools 'focusing too much on league tables'

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:30:33 GMT

Schools are focusing too much on league tables rather than what is best for students,

Students with poor grades 'should not panic'

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:29:42 GMT

GCSE students who did not achieve their expected grades should not panic as there are

Children urged to consider careers in engineering

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:28:12 GMT

Young people are being urged to seriously consider careers in the science, energy and

Lack of pupils studying ICT 'could lead to skills shortage'

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:25:34 GMT

The lack of students studying IT could lead to a skills shortage in the future, it

Free schools scheme 'should be extended to private companies'

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:22:00 GMT

Free schools scheme 'should be extended to private companies'

Transition to secondary school 'can be overwhelming'

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:20:38 GMT

Making the transition from primary to secondary education can be an overwhelming

Ofqual to carry out comparison studies

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:19:38 GMT

Ofqual has announced plans to carry out comparison studies between qualifications.

After-school clubs 'too costly for many parents'

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:18:47 GMT

After-school clubs are too expensive for many parents, putting poorer children at a

Poor children 'disadvantaged by school admission systems'

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:43:27 GMT

Children from disadvantaged backgrounds are falling behind their well-off peers

Labour policies 'improved life chances of youngsters'

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:24:17 GMT

Labour policies helped to improve education for children in some of the country's

Alloa to host Engage for Education event

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:22:42 GMT

Lornshill Academy in Alloa will today (August 26th) host Scotland's second Engage

Government congratulates GCSE students

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:01:10 GMT

The government has congratulated students who received their GCSE results this

Welsh GCSE pass rate improves

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:59:14 GMT

GCSE pass rates in Wales improved this year, although students are still falling

Lack of GCSE students studying languages 'is concerning'

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:57:39 GMT

The lack of people studying languages at GCSE-level is of "grave concern",

GCSE pass rates on the rise

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:11:32 GMT

A record number of students passed their GCSE exams this year.

Figures

More students 'should study maths'

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:10:39 GMT

Too many schoolchildren are dropping maths at the age of 16, it has been claimed.

League tables 'hinder brightest pupils'

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:07:41 GMT

Focusing too much on league tables means the brightest students are not given the

Gary Lineker slams son's school

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:06:51 GMT

BBC presenter Gary Lineker has landed criticism on his son George's school after

A-levels 'failing to prepare students for university and work'

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 17:12:37 GMT

A-levels are failing to adequately prepare students for higher education and the

Many students 'narrowly missing out on university'

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 17:11:47 GMT

The increase in the number of young people narrowly missing out on university has

Students with no university place 'should consider volunteering'

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:58:08 GMT

Students who are left without a university place this year should look at ways of

Boys and girls 'progress at different rates when reading'

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:56:54 GMT

Schools should try to meet the needs of both boys and girls when it comes to reading

Students achieve 'excellent results' in Welsh Baccalaureate

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:55:54 GMT

Welsh education minister Leighton Andrews has congratulated students who received

Good A-level results 'may not lead to university places'

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:47:09 GMT

The Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL) has expressed concern that students

Minister congratulates students on results

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:46:19 GMT

Schools minister Nick Gibb has congratulated the thousands of teenagers who received

Cancelled BSF projects 'could be funded through land sales'

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:46:28 GMT

Councils could fund cancelled Building Schools for the Future (BSF) projects through

New academies urged to 'show restraint' over uniform costs

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:42:44 GMT

Schools switching to academy status this year have been urged to show restraint when

Councils could fund school construction projects 'through land sales'

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:39:54 GMT

Local authorities could resort to selling off land in order to pay for construction

Curriculum for Excellence introduced in Scotland

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:22:18 GMT

The new Curriculum for Excellence is being rolled out across Scotland from this

Careers advice 'is very patchy'

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:20:59 GMT

The quality of careers advice being given to children varies considerably between

PSHE 'is an important subject'

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 16:00:25 GMT

Personal, social and health education (PSHE) is an important subject and

Many students 'likely to miss out on places'

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 15:57:18 GMT

Competition for university places this year means that many students will narrowly

Gap years 'should be replaced with bridging years'

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 15:56:33 GMT

The "golden age" of gap years is now over, it has been claimed.

Too much emphasis on results 'can be harmful'

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 16:02:35 GMT

Placing too much emphasis on exam results can make children do worse at school, it

'Concern' over quality of primary science teaching

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 16:01:11 GMT

There is concern that many primary school pupils are not benefiting from a good

Sixth form students 'need good advice'

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 16:00:20 GMT

It is up to parents and teachers to ensure pupils get the right advice when

Engage for Education event held in Inverurie

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:24:52 GMT

Scotland's first Engage for Education event has been held in the Aberdeenshire

Thousands 'benefiting from school-based counselling in Wales'

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:23:20 GMT

School-based counselling services are helping thousands of Welsh students to improve

IGCSEs to be offered in 16 state schools

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:21:43 GMT

International GCSEs are to be offered in 16 state schools from September, it has been

Parenting GCSE 'could help tackle broken Britain'

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:59:10 GMT

Teaching children parenting skills at school could help to break the "vicious

Students without university places 'should take gap year'

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:56:42 GMT

Students who are unable to secure a place at university this autumn should consider

CSI 'making science cool'

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:03:16 GMT

The popularity of TV dramas such as CSI and Silent Witness is having a knock-on

More school places 'needed'

Mon, 9 Aug 2010 17:33:45 GMT

More primary school places are needed to accommodate the growing number of youngsters

Young people 'must be educated about alternatives to university'

Mon, 9 Aug 2010 17:33:07 GMT

Although university is a good option for many school leavers, people with teaching

Reception teachers play chief role in a child's attitude towards school

Fri, 6 Aug 2010 17:07:19 GMT

More attention needs to be paid to the value of reception teachers and their impact

English, maths and science vacancies filled by Canadian teachers

Fri, 6 Aug 2010 17:06:31 GMT

The shortage of English, maths and science teachers in the UK has led to one

Reading each day 'can make a real difference to literacy skills'

Thu, 5 Aug 2010 16:53:06 GMT

Spending a small length of time reading each day can make a dramatic difference to a

'Too much pressure' on children to pass Sats

Thu, 5 Aug 2010 16:51:46 GMT

There is too much pressure on young children to pass exams, it has been

Boys outperformed by girls in Sats tests

Wed, 4 Aug 2010 17:22:50 GMT

Girls outperformed boys in the majority of this year's Sats tests, it has been

Teaching children the fundamentals 'is essential'

Wed, 4 Aug 2010 17:21:45 GMT

It is essential that children have a grasp of fundamentals such as reading and

Range of courses on offer to Welsh teens 'has improved'

Tue, 3 Aug 2010 17:17:23 GMT

The choice of courses available to learners in Wales between the ages of 14 and 19

Council loses school catchment surveillance tribunal

Tue, 3 Aug 2010 17:15:39 GMT

Poole Borough Council breached a family's right to privacy when it placed them under

Just 62 groups 'apply for free schools'

Mon, 2 Aug 2010 17:08:10 GMT

Only 62 groups have so far applied to establish their own free schools, it has

Students 'need to develop employability skills at an early age'

Mon, 2 Aug 2010 17:07:14 GMT

Secondary school students should be taught how to develop their employability skills,

School-leavers 'may have to delay university plans'

Mon, 2 Aug 2010 17:06:18 GMT

People leaving school this year may need to consider options such as apprenticeships

Primary pupils offered money skills lessons

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:50:18 GMT

Primary students from a school in Derbyshire have been learning how to manage

Using technology in the classroom 'can prepare pupils for life'

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:48:43 GMT

Using technology in the classroom can prepare children for adult life, it has been

College merger talks get underway in Gloucester

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:47:26 GMT

A new "super college" could be created in Gloucester with the merger of two

August-born pupils 'less likely to do well as school'

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:46:20 GMT

August-born pupils are more likely to struggle academically than their peers, a new

The more children learn at home 'the better they will do in school'

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:44:33 GMT

Children who discuss subjects such as science at home with their parents are

State primary pupils 'taught ancient Greek'

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:42:38 GMT

Youngsters at around 13 state primary schools in the Oxford area are to begin

Bath principals fight against school closure

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:41:30 GMT

Two primary schools in the south-west have called for a stop to the closure of a

'Anger' over Scottish school closure

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:40:48 GMT

The closure of a rural school in Scotland has cause one group of community activists

Over 360,000 children suspended from school

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:03:46 GMT

New figures have shown that there classroom behaviour is still a problem for those

150 top schools apply for academy status

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:01:38 GMT

The government has received applications from 150 top schools seeking to become

Devon School celebrates 70th anniversary

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:00:23 GMT

A school in Devon is celebrating its 70th anniversary this week with a number of

Academies Bill 'could help schools to raise standards'

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:17:13 GMT

Educational professionals teaching in the UK could benefit from greater flexibility

Peterborough school to get green overhaul

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:34:17 GMT

Teaching personnel at a school in Peterborough are to see their working environment

Gove: Pupil premium will improve social mobility

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:11:40 GMT

Staff in teaching jobs will be able to do more to improve the social mobility of

Teaching job created so more can attend Uttoxeter primary school

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:05:42 GMT

A teaching job has been created so more pupils can attend an over-subscribed primary

MPs pass academy legislation

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:56:47 GMT

Staff in teaching jobs in England are set to see a radical overhaul of the schools

Teaching poorest children to result in pupil premium from 2011

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:38:52 GMT

Those in teaching jobs at schools which take on underprivileged children will see

Doncaster school sees three retire from teaching jobs

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:27:31 GMT

Teaching jobs are likely to be available at a primary school in Doncaster following

Schools 'willing to pay for good quality staff'

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:54:37 GMT

Schools are willing to pay out to get hold of high-quality professionals in teaching

MPs to vote on Academies Bill

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:54:41 GMT

Professionals teaching in England will be keeping a close eye on Parliament as MPs

Sex education 'should be job of parents'

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:53:05 GMT

It should be up to parents to teach their children about sex education, not

Cambridge University warns against A-level reforms

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:34:29 GMT

Cambridge University has warned that reforming A-levels by axing AS-levels could make

GCSE science 'too easy'

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:04:41 GMT

GCSE science is still too easy and fails to challenge the brightest pupils, according

Pupils 'perform better in good environment'

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 10:39:33 GMT

Schoolchildren perform better if they are comfortable in their surroundings, it has

Free schools 'could give disadvantaged children chance of success'

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:39:32 GMT

The government's free schools plans have been criticised by some, but could provide

Government 'to cut red tape and simplify college funding'

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:39:30 GMT

The government has announced plans to remove red tape and simplify college funding

Devon pupils produce their own newspapers

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:39:30 GMT

Pupils at one Devon school have been sampling life as reporters and created their own

Technology 'is a powerful tool for learning'

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:38:54 GMT

Technology is a powerful tool for learning and a great way to get children interested

Sats 'should not be abolished'

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:45:31 GMT

Sats exams should not be abolished as they provide parents and others with vital

Engage for Education events to be held in Scotland

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:43:00 GMT

A series of special Engage in Education events will be held across Scotland, it has

NUT and ATL call for review of national curriculum tests

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:19:32 GMT

The Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL) has joined the National Union of

ASCL leader calls for Ofsted consistency'

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 17:18:45 GMT

There should be an overhaul of the measures used to assess schools and colleges, it

More science and maths teachers needed, says expert

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:59:36 GMT

Recruiting more science and maths teachers will be critical for the country's future

Paying headteachers more than PM 'is fine'

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:58:26 GMT

There is no reason why a primary school headteacher should not be earning more than

Devon primary to get new £1.2m sports hall

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:55:16 GMT

Torbay's largest primary school is set to benefit from a new £1.2 million sports

Bad weather 'will not affect attendance statistics'

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:54:03 GMT

Schools in Wales that choose to stay open during periods of bad weather will not see

DfE unveils draft Structural Reform Plan

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:49:36 GMT

The Department for Education (DfE) has published its Draft Structural Reform Plan,

Welsh education minister unveils new language plan

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:48:01 GMT

Welsh education minister Leighton Andrews has announced a new plan aimed at driving

Science experiments 'are essential for primary pupils'

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:39:56 GMT

It is essential that primary school pupils carry out science experiments in order to

Olympic legends encourage kids to try new sports

Fri, 9 Jul 2010 17:27:26 GMT

Sporting heroes including Sir Chris Hoy, Jonathan Edwards, Denise Lewis, Ade Adepitan

Demand for school dinners 'on the rise'

Fri, 9 Jul 2010 17:26:30 GMT

The popularity of school meals has increased considerably over the last year, it has

Cbeebies presenter to host reading sessions for teachers

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 17:03:08 GMT

Cbeebies presenter and teacher Chris Corcoran has been selected as Wales' first ever

Government apologies for BSF list errors

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 17:02:00 GMT

Education secretary Michael Gove has apologies in the House of Commons after it

Government to give teachers 'more control'

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 18:54:03 GMT

The government has announced plans to give teachers more control in the

Closure of BSF programme 'is better than teacher cutbacks'

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 14:51:31 GMT

The decision to axe the Building Schools for the Future (BSF) initiative is better

Pupils with special educational needs 'must have equal opportunities'

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 14:50:15 GMT

It is important that children with special educational needs (SEN) and other

Government 'should pay private fees for children with no primary places'

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 17:10:51 GMT

The government could get around the problem of overcrowding in cities such as London

The majority of teachers "are absolutely competent"

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 17:09:23 GMT

The majority of British school teachers are perfectly competent and able to do their

New DVD launched for teachers in Wales

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 17:08:15 GMT

A new DVD has been launched providing best practice guidance for teachers on meeting

Government to increase Teach First funding

Mon, 5 Jul 2010 15:52:17 GMT

The government has announced plans to increase funding for Teach First - an

A-levels 'could be reformed'

Mon, 5 Jul 2010 15:50:18 GMT

A-level exams could be overhauled over the coming years to make them more rigorous

Schools urged not to rush into academy status

Fri, 2 Jul 2010 15:12:36 GMT

British schools are being urged not to rush into becoming academies.

British Gas to launch school solar panel scheme

Fri, 2 Jul 2010 15:10:45 GMT

British Gas has announced plans to donate solar panels to a number of British

Experienced professionals 'can make great teachers'

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 11:55:39 GMT

People who move into teaching from other professions can have a great impact in the

Families 'should get private school grants'

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 11:54:49 GMT

Parents looking to send their children to private schools should be given financial

Sir Chris Hoy launches National School Sports Week

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:02:01 GMT

Olympic gold medal winner Sir Chris Hoy has

Increasing competitive sports in schools 'can help teach life lessons'

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:00:07 GMT

Taking part in competitive sports at school can provide children with valuable life

Teachers 'should have helpline access'

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 17:57:09 GMT

Teachers should have access to a special helpline if they have to deal with

Oldham teachers complete Three Peaks Challenge

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 17:55:37 GMT

A team of teachers from Oldham have completed the Three Peaks Challenge in under 24

New Olympic-style competition launched for schoolchildren

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 17:54:29 GMT

A new Olympic and Paralympic-style sports competition has been launched by the

Schools 'should teach financial management'

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 17:53:44 GMT

Children should be taught the importance of good financial management in school, it

Merseyside schools express interest in academy status

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:14:22 GMT

A number of Merseyside schools have expressed interest in gaining academy

Catholic schools 'concerned about academy admission policies'

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:13:33 GMT

More Catholic schools may become academies if they are assured that the move will not

School scoops creative award

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:12:12 GMT

A school in Leicestershire has scooped an award in recognition of its creative

New centre opens 'for children with school phobia'

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:11:00 GMT

A new centre has opened in Wales for students who are unable to engage in mainstream

Headteachers 'need more flexibility over class sizes'

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:46:42 GMT

Primary school headteachers need the flexibility to increase class sizes if

New website set up for parents of schoolchildren

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:45:52 GMT

A new website has been set up by a father in Louth, enabling parents to voice their

Balfour Beatty 'to revamp Oldham schools'

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:44:42 GMT

Construction group Balfour Beatty has been named as Oldham Council's preferred bidder

Interview 'is chance for graduate teachers to demonstrate enthusiasm'

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 17:45:36 GMT

Graduate teachers have been offered some interview advice by the Training and

Maths and science teaching applicants 'on the rise'

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 17:41:27 GMT

An increasing number of graduates are applying to teach maths and science, it has

Academy school candidates revealed

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:26:58 GMT

More than 1,500 British schools have expressed an interest in becoming an

Devon school 'goes green'

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 13:56:37 GMT

A school in Devon has taken steps to improve its green credentials by installing

Primary pupil numbers 'on the increase'

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 13:55:52 GMT

Primary schools in some parts of the country have been "swamped" by

Grammar schools urged not to apply for academy status

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:44:12 GMT

Grammar schools in England have been warned against applying for academy status until

York pupils carry out volunteering work

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:38:40 GMT

Students at a number of schools in York have been trying their hand at volunteering

Councillors 'considering £1.4m scheme for deprived Scottish border schools'

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:00:21 GMT

Councillors in the Borders are considering proposals for the introduction of a new

The needs of every child 'must be met in school'

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:59:06 GMT

It is up to schools to meet the needs of every child - whatever their

Teaching awards 'have wide effect'

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:17:10 GMT

Winning a teaching award affects not just the individual, but the whole school, it

University commended for teacher training

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:15:20 GMT

Those considering a career with a role in a primary teaching job may be interested to

Pupils give views on new Scottish curriculum

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:05:54 GMT

Schoolchildren in Scotland have been invited to give their views on the country's new

Schoolchildren prepare for England match

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:04:56 GMT

Maths and science will be the last thing on the minds of many children tomorrow when

Grammar school teachers 'could support brightest pupils'

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:58:58 GMT

A top head teacher has called for more support to be given to the most gifted and

Technology 'affecting reading uptake'

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:57:36 GMT

Children's reading habits are being adversely affected by modern technology, a

Plagiarism in schools 'on the rise'

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:41:05 GMT

An increasing number of British schools are using special technology to detect

Children 'should be taught Mandarin and Arabic'

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:39:04 GMT

Teaching children languages such as Mandarin and Arabic would be extremely useful for

Balfour Beatty appointed preferred bidder for Derby BSF programme

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:35:33 GMT

Construction group Balfour Beatty has been appointed as the preferred bidder for

Teachers 'show interest in free schools'

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:34:50 GMT

Those with teaching jobs are among the groups who have voiced their interest in

Experience 'beneficial for first teaching jobs'

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:27:38 GMT

Individuals applying for their first teaching jobs should make the most of the

Money 'should go directly to schools'

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:43:43 GMT

Money for schools is being directed into the wrong places, it has been

North-west head vows to turn school from 'good to great'

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:42:51 GMT

A newly appointed headteacher from the north-west of England has vowed to turn her

Headteachers and schools 'should have greater freedom'

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:40:03 GMT

Headteachers and schools should be given more freedom to make decisions, according to

Students take part in world record safety event

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:39:04 GMT

Pupils from the north-west of England took part in a world record attempt earlier

Science students 'need more practical work'

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:35:15 GMT

Pupils studying science need to get more hands-on practice in order to benefit from

World Cup 'inspires Devon pupils'

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:58:39 GMT

The Fifa World Cup may be taking place in South Africa, but children in the UK are

Fewer schools rated outstanding by Ofsted

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:57:24 GMT

Fewer schools in England are being rated outstanding by Ofsted, it has been

South West Grid for Learning to host ICT event for teachers

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:22:05 GMT

The South West Grid for Learning – a government-backed trust that helps schools

Harrowgate school 'bans skirts'

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:21:27 GMT

A school in Harrowgate has banned girls under the age of 15 from wearing

EIS 'discusses industrial action'

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:36:46 GMT

The Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS) is discussing the possibility of strike

Students in Cornwall 'well behaved'

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:36:00 GMT

Schoolchildren in Cornwall are among the best behaved in the UK, it has been

Parents 'work to save Edinburgh school'

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:34:08 GMT

Parents of students at St Margaret's School in Newington, Edinburgh, have drawn up a

Parents 'can be a force for change at school'

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 17:32:18 GMT

Having the chance to appeal against their children's school places gives parents a

Increasing number of parents 'appealing school places'

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 17:16:19 GMT

An increasing number of parents in England are lodging appeals over their children's

Sir Chris Hoy launches National School Sports Week

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 17:13:46 GMT

Olympic gold medal winner Sir Chris Hoy has

CPD projects 'have positive impact in Wales'

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 14:23:51 GMT

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) projects for teachers have had a positive

International GCSEs 'provide better preparation for A-levels'

Wed, 9 Jun 2010 17:29:26 GMT

Government plans to allow state schools to teach international GCSEs have been

RE 'needs to be taught better'

Wed, 9 Jun 2010 16:30:49 GMT

Religious education needs to be taught more effectively in schools, it has been

State schools 'to offer IGCSEs'

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 17:09:00 GMT

State schools will have the opportunity to introduce international GCSEs from

Scottish teachers to get extra training day

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 11:37:17 GMT

Teachers in Scotland are to benefit from an extra day of training during the next

GTC 'will not be missed by teachers'

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 17:26:52 GMT

It is unlikely that educational professionals will miss the General Teaching Council

Room for improvement in RE teaching, Ofsted finds

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 11:50:17 GMT

Improvements could be made to the teaching of religious education, Ofsted has

Independent teachers 'well qualified'

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 17:48:45 GMT

Individuals with teaching jobs who hold positions at independent schools generally

Teachers 'can have powerful effect'

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 16:36:05 GMT

The extent to which school teachers can affect pupils has been revealed by one famous

Gove confirms plans to scrap GTC

Wed, 2 Jun 2010 18:16:51 GMT

Education secretary Michael Gove has confirmed he plans to scrap the General Teaching

Teaching staff 'cautious over academy plans'

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 16:16:46 GMT

A number of head teachers are approaching the offer to turn schools into academies

Funding 'will remain for specialist teaching'

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 16:15:47 GMT

Funding for specialist one-to-one teaching to help struggling pupils will remain,

Academic teaching affected by 'encroachment of politics'

Fri, 28 May 2010 14:24:35 GMT

Schools should not be expected to tackle some of the ills that afflict today's

Somerset pupils try new sports in healthy schools event

Fri, 28 May 2010 14:22:52 GMT

Hundreds of Somerset pupils and parents took part in an action-packed activity event

Teachers 'average 9 days of sickness'

Fri, 28 May 2010 14:20:59 GMT

The majority of state school teachers in England were signed off sick in 2009, new

Bushey school teachers complete charity run

Thu, 27 May 2010 14:15:48 GMT

Teachers at a college in Bushey have taken part in a local running event in a bid to

Creating academies could 'widen' education gap

Thu, 27 May 2010 14:14:16 GMT

The proposed expansion of the academies programme may sound like a good theory but it

Nottingham schools take part in music event

Thu, 27 May 2010 14:12:48 GMT

Three schools in Nottingham have been selected to participate in a prestigious

New website launched for Scots to share their views on education

Wed, 26 May 2010 19:14:44 GMT

The Scottish government has launched a new website asking those involved in the

Pupils nominate South Devon teachers for esteemed accolades

Wed, 26 May 2010 19:11:01 GMT

Three teachers from South Devon have been shortlisted for prestigious awards, a local

York nursery launches new outdoor facilities

Wed, 26 May 2010 19:10:13 GMT

Staff and pupils at a York nursery are in a celebratory mood following the opening of

Innovative maths teacher lands national advisory role

Tue, 25 May 2010 15:47:56 GMT

A Tyneside teacher has been appointed to advise teachers in the UK on how to make the

History teaching 'helped by specially-composed songs'

Tue, 25 May 2010 15:47:01 GMT

Primary school pupils are being urged to recall significant moments in history by

Exeter school scoops prestigious award

Tue, 25 May 2010 15:43:14 GMT

A secondary school in Exeter is in a celebratory mood after it became the first Devon

Star teachers compete for esteemed awards

Mon, 24 May 2010 13:25:48 GMT

East Anglian teachers have been nominated for prestigious education awards, a local

Bradford teachers learn how technology can help pupils' development

Mon, 24 May 2010 13:24:45 GMT

Computer games can be a useful tool in the classroom, teachers in Bradford have been

Middlesbrough school celebrates Ofsted report

Mon, 24 May 2010 13:22:57 GMT

A primary school in Middlesbrough is toasting success after it received a glowing

Coalition government announces education policy

Fri, 21 May 2010 13:23:20 GMT

Parents and teachers will be given the chance to create "free schools," the

Struggling Alvaston school 'to have new head by September'

Fri, 21 May 2010 13:22:12 GMT

Derby City Council has said it will name a new head teacher at a struggling Alvaston

Wolstanton primary pupils finally get to play on grass

Fri, 21 May 2010 13:20:55 GMT

Staff and pupils at a Wolstanton school are celebrating the opening of a new playing

Schools should relate to pupils in familiar way to 'restore confidence' in school meals

Thu, 20 May 2010 20:51:59 GMT

My School Lunch has called on educational institutions to adopt a new approach in

Welsh teachers are bolstering professional relationships with counterparts from Bangladesh, a local news report has said

Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Welsh teachers are bolstering professional relationships with counterparts from

Dorset officials have approved controversial plans for a major overhaul of Purbeck's school system, a news report has said

Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Dorset officials have approved controversial plans for a major overhaul of Purbeck's

Takeaway meals sold near schools contain high salt and fat intake, research finds

Wed, 19 May 2010 12:54:41 GMT

New figures have revealed that school children are consuming unhealthy amounts of

Children encouraged to walk to school

Wed, 19 May 2010 12:53:07 GMT

A new campaign is promoting the benefits of making it to school on foot as part of

Pupils at a Fenton primary school are set to benefit from a £900 donation that will help them explore the fun side of mathematics, a local news report has said

Wed, 19 May 2010 12:51:08 GMT

Pupils at a Fenton primary school are set to benefit from a £900 donation that

Call for special treatment for pupils with limited English

Tue, 18 May 2010 21:29:10 GMT

Children who enter school with limited or no knowledge of the English language should

Trowbridge pupils enjoy afternoon activities after taking exams

Tue, 18 May 2010 21:28:21 GMT

A primary school in Trowbridge put together a series of events for pupils taking

Cricket festival for primary school children

Tue, 18 May 2010 21:26:50 GMT

Pupils representing 12 primary schools from Elgin and Lossiemouth took park in an

Leeds teachers go to Africa to set up school

Mon, 17 May 2010 21:39:03 GMT

Two teachers in Leeds are hoping to build a school for poor children in Africa, a

Devon geography teachers fly to US to share skills

Mon, 17 May 2010 21:37:21 GMT

Teachers from north Devon have travelled to the US to share their skills about

Norwich special school is outstanding, says Ofsted

Mon, 17 May 2010 21:36:07 GMT

A special school in Norwich is in a celebratory mood after it received a glowing

Children's sex education 'responsibility of parents'

Fri, 14 May 2010 18:30:01 GMT

Children should receive sex education at home, not at school, Nick Seaton, chairman

Secondary pupils face difficulties with maths, says Whizz.com

Fri, 14 May 2010 18:28:37 GMT

Children in secondary schools are falling behind in maths, according to Richard

Remarkable sporting success for Sutton primary school

Fri, 14 May 2010 18:27:50 GMT

A primary school in Sutton is in a celebratory mood after it achieved extraordinary

Gove appointed new education secretary

Thu, 13 May 2010 13:39:58 GMT

Michael Gove has been named schools secretary in the new government.

The

Homework during school holidays 'not acceptable'

Thu, 13 May 2010 13:39:02 GMT

School children should not have to do homework during school holidays, campaign group

West Cumbrian pupils to benefit from free meals scheme

Thu, 13 May 2010 13:37:29 GMT

Cumbrian authorities have approved a new scheme that will see nearly 3,700 pupils get

1 in 5 youngsters have poor numeracy, study finds

Wed, 12 May 2010 12:54:55 GMT

New figures have revealed that one in five school leavers in England do not have the

School turns to pirates for cash

Wed, 12 May 2010 12:53:26 GMT

A special school in Staffordshire is putting on a pirate day event to help gather

Goole schools benefit from £19k funding

Wed, 12 May 2010 12:50:51 GMT

A number of schools in the town of Goole have shared a pot of £19,000 to buy

Union calls for more funding in state schools

Tue, 11 May 2010 13:46:53 GMT

Education professionals have called for further investment in state schools to

Campaign for Real Education backs Sats

Tue, 11 May 2010 13:45:20 GMT

A quarter of schools across England are expected to boycott this term's year six

Exeter pupils to learn about cycling

Tue, 11 May 2010 13:44:20 GMT

Secondary pupils in Exeter are going to be taught about the benefits of cycling, a

Financial support for struggling Paisley teachers

Mon, 10 May 2010 13:05:02 GMT

Paisley teachers struggling with their finances can now benefit from a new online and

Teachers in Clifton run for COCO

Mon, 10 May 2010 13:01:46 GMT

Clifton teachers have decided to participate in a running event in a bid to raise

Hounslow school celebrates Ofsted report

Mon, 10 May 2010 13:00:12 GMT

A school in Hounslow is in a celebratory mood after the release of its latest Ofsted

Teachers issue plea over controversial curriculum

Fri, 7 May 2010 11:55:09 GMT

Scottish teachers are expected to issue a warning about the controversial new

Quality award for Leicester primary school

Fri, 7 May 2010 11:53:59 GMT

A primary school in Leicester has been rewarded for the improvements of its students,

Sheffield primary schools set to expand

Fri, 7 May 2010 11:53:02 GMT

Sheffield authorities have secured extra funding of £13.8 million in a bid to

Dyslexia training for teachers

Fri, 7 May 2010 11:50:47 GMT

The Dyslexia and Special Learning Difficulties Trust is calling on schools to sign up

Community group launched in north-west London school

Fri, 7 May 2010 11:49:16 GMT

A new community group has been put together in a north-west London school, a local

South Cumbria school deemed 'outstanding

Fri, 7 May 2010 11:44:45 GMT

Education watchdog Ofsted has rated a secondary school in south Cumbria as

Teachers call for fewer Whitehall initiatives

Wed, 5 May 2010 22:23:41 GMT

Teachers are urging the country's politicians for more stability and less change, a

New library to be created at primary school

Wed, 5 May 2010 22:22:40 GMT

A new community library is set to be built at a primary school in Norton, a local

Less working time 'could help teaching staff deal with stress'

Wed, 5 May 2010 22:21:43 GMT

Less working hours could help stressed teachers deal with having to operate under

Blackburn teacher wins top award

Tue, 4 May 2010 13:18:59 GMT

A maths faith school teacher in Blackburn has been given the Teacher of the Year

GCSE recognition for Plymouth schools

Tue, 4 May 2010 13:16:55 GMT

Three secondary schools in Plymouth have been represented at an event in London

Primary school merger plan approved by Harrogate authorities

Tue, 4 May 2010 13:15:58 GMT

Two primary schools in Harrogate are set to merge next April, a news report has said.

Lack of storytelling can damage pupils' writing, researchers say

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:51:22 GMT

Pupils are missing out on bedtime storytelling, a new survey of teachers has

Supply teachers' spending shot up in Bristol schools in 2009

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:49:47 GMT

New figures from Bristol officials have revealed that spending on supply teachers in

Bedminster school 'outstanding' at caring for pupils

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:48:49 GMT

Staff and pupils at a Bedminster school are celebrating a successful inspection by

Wirral teachers run London Marathon for charity

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 21:07:24 GMT

Teachers from Wirral took part in last Sunday's London Marathon to raise money for

Cardiff pupils set to learn about carbon footprint

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 21:05:55 GMT

A new illustrated book is being distributed in primary schools across Cardiff to help

Glowing Ofsted report for Surrey school

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 21:02:39 GMT

Staff and pupils at a school in Surrey are in a celebratory mood after it received a

Tory education proposals backed by top heads

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:52:04 GMT

Leading state head teachers in England have endorsed a Tory promise to give

Becta tells schools to provide online reports for pupils

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:49:43 GMT

Online school reports are set to become compulsory under new Becta guidelines, a news

National award for Derbyshire school

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 16:48:29 GMT

Staff and pupils at a Derbyshire school are in a celebratory mood after they received

Poor pupils likely to be 'shunned' by richer peers, report says

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:55:33 GMT

Pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds face isolation in school, according to new

Parent run schools won't work in practice, says Good Schools Guide

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:54:09 GMT

Tory plans to set up schools which give parents more control won't work in practice,

Lib Dems vow £25 million for Enfield schools

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:52:58 GMT

The Liberal Democrats have pledged to give schools in Enfield an additional £25

East Renfrewshire council to pay stranded teaching staff

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:41:35 GMT

East Renfrewshire authorities have said they will "review" their decision

Tories pledge to put teachers 'in charge' of classroom discipline

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:40:32 GMT

The Conservatives have promised a shake-up in school discipline in order to put

Devon special school given music award

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:39:06 GMT

A special needs school in Devon has been awarded a prestigious music accolade, a

Alternative qualifications corrupt science teaching, says report

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:58:34 GMT

Pupils are opting for alternative science qualifications, such as BTECs and OCR

Nape backs calls for Sats scrapping

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:56:29 GMT

The teachers are "absolutely right" to call for the scrapping of Sats,

English schools rated highly for pupils' behaviour

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:54:53 GMT

Almost four out of five secondary schools in England are rated good or outstanding

Celebrity chef to invest millions in food education

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:01:23 GMT

Jamie Oliver has unveiled plans to spend millions of his personal fortune over ten

Children should receive financial education, campaigners say

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:59:58 GMT

An online petition is calling for pupils to be taught about money at school, a news

Debingh school 'one of the best in UK'

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 11:59:05 GMT

A school in Debingh has been named one of the best in the UK, a local news report has

Home tutors oppose to vetting scheme, poll finds

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:49:40 GMT

Self-employed tutors giving private lessons to pupils will refuse to register on the

Welsh educational staff get younger, finds GTCW

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:47:15 GMT

Teachers in Wales are getting younger, new figures by a teaching group have revealed.

Pinner school judged 'outstanding'

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:45:56 GMT

Just a year after its amalgamation, a school in Pinner has been given a glowing

Horwich school to hold open evening for teachers

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 20:54:16 GMT

A Horwich school will open its doors on April 22 as part of a drive to attract

NASUWT says stranded teachers should not be fined

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 20:53:07 GMT

A teaching union has urged schools not to penalise teachers who remain stranded and

Cornish special school rated 'outstanding'

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 20:52:03 GMT

A special school in Cornwall is in a celebratory mood after it received a glowing

Teachers' veto on Sats tests

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:10:33 GMT

The National Union of Teachers and the National Union of Head Teachers have decided

Holocaust seminars for teachers

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:09:11 GMT

Hundreds of teachers across the UK can sign up for a new specialised course this

Portishead primary school set to expand

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 21:07:58 GMT

North Somerset officials have approved plans for a Portishead primary school to

Stockton primary schools benefit from £10 million funding

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:24:51 GMT

Stockton council will spend more than £10 million over the next year to

Welsh county pilots school-for-all-age system

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:23:04 GMT

Ceredigion officials have launched a new education system that will see students from

Clegg promises class size cuts

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:20:54 GMT

Liberal Democrats leader Nick Clegg has pledged funds to cut the size of classes if

New head for school services appointed in Cornwall

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:28:36 GMT

Cornwall has named a new director to lead its services for schools, children and

Earth Day lessons for UK pupils

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:27:24 GMT

Pupils across the UK are to be taught about the importance of trees and recycling as

NASUWT calls for London allowance equivalent in Hampshire

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:26:02 GMT

Teachers in the south east are calling for a Hampshire equivalent of a London

Conservatives promise parents power to create schools

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:22:42 GMT

Parents will be able to set up their own schools with public money, the Conservatives

Use of ballots over school admissions an 'awful suggestion'

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:21:42 GMT

Using a ballot to determine school places is an "awful suggestion",

Teacher goes to Africa to bolster links between primary schools

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:20:24 GMT

A Welsh teacher has flown to Uganda as part of a drive to build up links between two

New guidance could increase stress for education staff, says teacher

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:24:23 GMT

The new code for teachers that encourages teachers to use physical force to deal with

Award-winning head inspires school bosses in East Lancashire

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:22:57 GMT

An award-winning head teacher from Blackburn has been talking to school chiefs across

Brown promises education spending

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:20:40 GMT

Launching Labour's election manifesto, Gordon Brown has pledged to protect front-line

Sex education drop will leave youngsters 'vulnerable', says FPA

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:19:03 GMT

Ed Balls' decision to drop compulsory sex education is going to leave young people

Students should help run schools, say ASCL bosses

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:17:46 GMT

Pupils should have more powers in how schools are run, education chiefs have said

Technical schools to benefit some pupils, says ICG

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:15:31 GMT

Pupils will benefit from the introduction of technical schools, as long as they

Teachers fly to Switzerland to share their experience

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 09:48:58 GMT

Two teachers from a Gloucester school flew to Switzerland to train their counterparts

Cameron promises to help teachers tackle disruptive teachers

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 09:48:06 GMT

Tory leader pledges to give power to teachers deal with problem pupils.

Module helps North Wales teachers find solutions for educational challenges

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 09:46:33 GMT

Teachers from North Wales are taking part in Education for All, a new module which

NAHT calls for more business managers

Thu, 8 Apr 2010 20:13:16 GMT

More school business managers and business directors are needed to tackle procurement

MP says teachers should be given power to deal with problem pupils

Thu, 8 Apr 2010 20:11:27 GMT

Teachers should be given powers to tackle inappropriate pupil behaviour, a Tory MP

Schools 'must have systems to support teachers' mental health'

Thu, 8 Apr 2010 20:08:55 GMT

Schools must cater for teachers' mental health issues, according to Anne Parry, chair

Teachers ordered to smile at pupils

Wed, 7 Apr 2010 20:53:58 GMT

A secondary school in Salford has told teachers to smile at students at the beginning

Parents recognise teaching assistants' impact

Wed, 7 Apr 2010 20:52:45 GMT

The majority of parents believe that teaching assistants have a positive impact on

ASCL supports the use of force by teachers when necessary

Wed, 7 Apr 2010 20:50:20 GMT

The general secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders has backed the

Bury teachers swap roles to appreciate the work of colleagues

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 20:38:40 GMT

Staff at King Edward VI Upper School in Bury St Edmunds took part in a national job

Injured teachers given millions in compensation

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 20:37:35 GMT

Teachers were awarded millions in compensation last year for incidents taking place

Schools no contact policy a "myth", says minister

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 20:35:24 GMT

Teachers should use force to ensure classroom discipline, new government guidance for

Saturday school for 'poor' students proposed by Tories

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 08:27:32 GMT

The Conservative party has unveiled plans to introduce Saturday lessons for pupils

Government extends child smacking ban

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 08:26:21 GMT

The Department for Children, Schools and Families has pledged to prohibit physical

Parents recognise internet's importance in children's education

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:42:33 GMT

The internet is a "viable and cost-effective" tool in parents' efforts to

Oliver's school meals campaign improves test results

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:41:02 GMT

Jamie Oliver's effort to improve the quality of school meals has boosted pupils'

More teachers use social media, says ATL

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:39:14 GMT

The use of social networking websites among education staff has risen significantly

Education 'should be left to teachers'

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 11:27:12 GMT

Politicians should leave education to teachers, Lesley Ward, the president of the

Pupils 'should have access to free meals'

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 11:25:33 GMT

Pupils in Britain should have access to free and healthy school meals, according to a

Lancashire teachers to have master's training

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 11:23:40 GMT

New teachers in Lancashire have until April 23rd to sign up for a ground breaking

National College urges heads to lead rural schools

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 19:50:40 GMT

The National College for Leadership of Schools and Children's Services has urged more

Stirling teachers offered support to deal with behavioural problems

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 19:48:45 GMT

Stirling authorities have announcing £130,000 of funding to help local teachers

Swindon college hunts for Latin teacher

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 21:53:43 GMT

A college in Swindon is searching for a "talented" Latin teacher, according

Attitudes towards A-levels and GCSEs remain positive, says Ofqual

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 21:52:10 GMT

Ofqual has said that perceptions of A-levels and GCSEs among teachers, pupils,

Present-giving 'alive in schools across the UK'

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 21:50:58 GMT

The culture of present-giving is alive in UK schools, according to a new survey by

New resource helps pupils learn about health food

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 20:40:40 GMT

A new online education resource has been launched to help primary school teachers

Yate school is improving, says Ofsted

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 20:39:32 GMT

Education watchdog Ofsted has said that a school in Yate has improved since it was

More Scottish youngsters leave school qualified

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 20:38:04 GMT

The proportion of pupils leaving schools in Scotland with qualifications has

Traditional A-levels to return under Tory plans

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:44:22 GMT

The Conservative party has unveiled plans to overhaul the current examinations

Pupils' parents 'recognise the benefits of learning Latin'

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:43:04 GMT

More than 70 per cent of schools that teach Latin say that parents recognise the

Youngsters not in education should be supported, says The Prince's Trust

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:37:15 GMT

Young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) need to get the

World class educator holds teaching seminars in New Zealand

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 19:46:20 GMT

TimePlan Education is offering teachers in New Zealand the opportunity to attend

Potential students 'should not be put off by loan delays'

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 19:41:38 GMT

Pupils pondering a move into university should not let potential student finance

Pupils should be taught about sleep at school, experts say

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 19:37:53 GMT

Pupils in Britain should receive lessons on the significance of getting a good

Ofsted commends Norfolk special school

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:22:13 GMT

A special school in Norfolk has been praised by education inspectors, according to a

ATL awarded for helping teachers achieve their goals

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:20:49 GMT

The Association of Lecturers and Teachers (ATL), which represents head teachers,

Top marks for Brixton school

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:47:02 GMT

A school in Brixton is in a celebratory mood after it received a glowing report from

Revamp project for Levenshulme schools

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:43:20 GMT

Two schools in Levenshulme are set to benefit from a multi-million pound revamp

20mph zones introduced in Staffordshire schools

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:40:51 GMT

Staffordshire officials have decided to introduce 20mph zones near many local schools

Primary school praised for its 'outstanding' care

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:13:52 GMT

Education inspectors have given top marks to a Melton primary school, according to a

Pupils celebrate new school building

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:12:50 GMT

Pupils at Widey Court Primary School, Crownhill, are celebrating the completion of

London mayor calls more state schools to teach Latin

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:12:11 GMT

London mayor Boris Johnson has called on more state schools to include Latin in their

Minister backs calls for free fruit distribution in Doncaster schools

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:50:09 GMT

State minister for environment and climate change Ed Miliband has backed a campaign

Students turn entrepreneurial ideas into reality

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:26:32 GMT

Year seven and eight pupils at Newton Abbot College are testing their entrepreneurial

Tavistock pupils support community health project

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:25:16 GMT

A school in Tavistock has raised more than £8,600 to help a town community

Exhibition marks school's 100th anniversary

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:23:08 GMT

An 81-year-old caretaker from a Pendle village is organising an exhibition to mark

'Outstanding' Great Cheverell nursery praised by Ofsted

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:23:29 GMT

A nursery in Great Cheverell is in a celebratory mood after it received a glowing

Massive campaign aiming to improve literacy standards in Leicester

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:20:43 GMT

Several schools across Leicester are participating in a massive campaign aiming to

Bristol pupils learn about online dangers

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:19:38 GMT

Pupils in Bristol primary schools have taken part in interactive learning sessions as

Five decades of success for Kent secondary school

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:55:23 GMT

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£80 million revamp for Buckinghamshire schools

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:53:39 GMT

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Traffic wardens to target parents who park illegally in Carlisle

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:52:19 GMT

Cumbria officials have backed proposals for traffic wardens to patrol outside schools

Shelley College pupils 'exemplary,' says Ofsted

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:41:31 GMT

Government inspectors from Ofsted have praised a Huddersfield school for its quality

Lincolnshire school welcomes disabled pupils

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:38:48 GMT

A school in Lincolnshire has been made fully accessible for disabled pupils, a local

Piggott School waves the green flag

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:37:36 GMT

A secondary school in Wokingham has been awarded a green accolade in recognition of

Hangleton Infant School praised by Ofsted

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:48:14 GMT

Education watchdog Ofsted has praised an infant school in Brighton and Hove for its

Mathematics success for Sidcot pupils

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:44:58 GMT

A school in Winscombe is celebrating the success of its pupils in the national Senior

Gateshead schools benefit from £80 million funding

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:43:33 GMT

Five run-down schools in Gateshead are set to share a pot of more than £80

Plymouth school switches to new computer software

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 12:57:17 GMT

A secondary school in Plymouth has opted for new computer software in a bid to

Exeter nursery declared 'outstanding'

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 12:55:29 GMT

A nursery school in Exeter is in a celebratory mood after it received a glowing

New head teacher appointed to run Plymouth schools

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 12:51:12 GMT

Two primary schools in Plymouth will have a new executive head teacher when the

Ofsted congratulates high-achieving Plymouth school

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 12:08:54 GMT

A secondary school in Plymouth is celebrating after it was given the thumbs-up by

Road safety awards for Haringey schools

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 12:07:38 GMT

Two schools in Haringey have been awarded road safety accolades for their efforts to

1,000 school bursaries to help primary schools save £30,000

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 12:06:28 GMT

The government has unveiled plans to appoint 1,000 school bursars over the next four

Bath school to decide on hot meals

Fri, 5 Mar 2010 15:52:33 GMT

A primary school in Bath, which has just been awarded Health Schools status, is

Churchdown school commended by education inspectors

Fri, 5 Mar 2010 15:50:37 GMT

Education watchdog Ofsted has praised a Churchdown primary school for helping pupils

Improvement grants for North Yorkshire faith schools

Fri, 5 Mar 2010 15:48:06 GMT

North Yorkshire officials have approved plans to give 20 faith schools across the

Northfleet school celebrates second Ofsted success

Thu, 4 Mar 2010 13:13:33 GMT

A small pre-school in Northfleet is toasting success after it collected its second

Five Newham schools to gain 2,000 places

Thu, 4 Mar 2010 13:11:55 GMT

About 2,000 extra places are to be created in five primary schools in Newham under a

Erewash pupils to have 'lessons in life'

Thu, 4 Mar 2010 13:09:31 GMT

Pupils in Erewash will receive "lessons in life" this year as part of a

Maths teaching receives £11.8 million boost

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 18:54:52 GMT

The government is investing £11.8 million to help teachers receive training to

Nottingham launches crackdown on truancy

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 18:53:59 GMT

Nottingham authorities have launched a public awareness campaign in a bid to tackle

Second 'outstanding' grading for Toftwood school

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 18:51:44 GMT

A school in Norfolk is toasting success after education watchdog Ofsted rated it

Ofsted praise for special school in Grimsby

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 15:41:58 GMT

A special school in Grimsby is in a celebratory mood after it received a glowing

Extra funding for Cumbria school transport services

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 15:39:45 GMT

The government has announced the allocation of £450,000 of funding in a bid to

Salford schools to benefit from revamp scheme

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 15:37:41 GMT

Salford council has given the go-ahead for a £165 million scheme to renovate

Welwyn school for deaf children praised by Ofsted

Mon, 1 Mar 2010 18:45:34 GMT

A school for deaf children in Welwyn Garden City is toasting success after it

Major revamp begins for Hinckley school

Mon, 1 Mar 2010 18:43:02 GMT

A primary school in Hinckley is set to move "into the 21st century"

Erdington school to use green vehicles

Mon, 1 Mar 2010 18:41:16 GMT

Birmingham authorities have backed plans under which pupils at a special school in

Pupils help artist make willow walkway

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:37:59 GMT

Primary school pupils have helped a willow artist create a tunnel walkway at their

First UK school to get rid of A Levels

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:37:18 GMT

The teaching of A-levels will cease at a Birmingham independent school from this

New wave of primary school revamps

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:34:11 GMT

Under the First Class Schools Programme scheme, Barnet councillors have approved

College offers 'unique curriculum'

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:54:04 GMT

A unique college is holding an open day this Saturday to allow teenagers a chance to

Wrexham schools will benefit from a 'major revamp'

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:52:57 GMT

Three Wrexham high schools are getting a £20 million revamp, according to a

MPs get a 'green lesson' from kids

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:52:11 GMT

A think tank, made up of 22 children from across the UK, has presented its manifesto

Pupils school parents on road safety

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:55:50 GMT

Parents got a lesson in road safety from the pupils at Charles Darwin School,

Schools investing in new dinner payment methods

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:55:16 GMT

Many schools are now investing in card payment schemes and fingerprint recognition to

Final phase of Building Schools for the Future is approved

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:54:42 GMT

The final phase of the Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme has been

IT competition for young students launches

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:06:16 GMT

The government has launched another Make IT Happy technology competition for nine to

Children help raise money for Malawi

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:05:29 GMT

Youngsters in Exeter are raising money for a project to help people and save lives in

Students get ready for World Book Day

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:04:50 GMT

Trent College in Long Eaton has had several authors visit their students leading up

Small Dorchester school 'outstanding,' says Ofsted

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:17:15 GMT

A school in Dorchester has received a glowing report by education watchdog Ofsted, a

New hi-tech computer system for North Somerset schools

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:15:51 GMT

North Somerset officials have approved a new hi-tech online computer system that will

Consultation for school merger in Birkenhead to begin

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:14:30 GMT

Two secondary schools in Birkenhead could merge under plans by the local council to

Mid Devon school completes revamp

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:24:28 GMT

A school in Mid Devon is celebrating the completion of a £750,000 revamp which

Schools awarded for creating small forests in their grounds

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:22:35 GMT

Five schools across Coventry and Warwickshire have been awarded around £14,000

Ofsted commends Mid Devon secondary school

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:20:34 GMT

A secondary school in Mid Devon is toasting success after it was praised by Ofsted, a

Bristol school receives music award

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:46:09 GMT

A school in Bristol is toasting success after receiving a prestigious music award, a

Gordon Brown meets award-winning school staff

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:41:51 GMT

Prime minister Gordon Brown has met award-winning staff from a school in Keynsham,

Mid Devon pre-school rated 'outstanding'

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 23:38:50 GMT

A pre-school in Mid Devon is in a celebratory mood after receiving a glowing report

Frampton Cotterell schools set to merge

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:23:50 GMT

Two Frampton Cotterell schools are set to merge for the start of the new academic

Wood Green school received letter of praise by schools minister

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:17:44 GMT

Schools minister Vernon Coaker MP has congratulated a Wood Green school for the

Fremington school's progress commended by Ofsted

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:15:22 GMT

Education watchdog Ofsted has praised a school in Fremington for its steady progress,

Wood Green school received letter of praise by schools minister

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 23:11:53 GMT

Schools minister Vernon Coaker MP has congratulated a Wood Green school for the

Cash prizes for Burnham schools

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:13:08 GMT

Two schools near Burnham have received a cash boost after being named winners in a

Extra subsidy for after-hours activities in Lambeth

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:10:57 GMT

Pupils in Lambeth are poised to benefit from a subsidy of £858,425, earmarked to

Sunderland school celebrates Ofsted report

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:19 GMT

Staff and pupils in a Sunderland school are celebrating a glowing Ofsted report, a

Pupil support scheme to be extended

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:00:33 GMT

A scheme which helps children in Norfolk dealing with family break-ups, anger

Teachers receive training to copy pupils' body language

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:00:06 GMT

Thousands of school teachers are having lessons to copy the body language of their

Windsor school praised for rapid improvement

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:59:34 GMT

A school in Windsor is toasting success after getting a glowing Ofsted report, a

Ofsted commends York school about English teaching

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 12:26:50 GMT

Staff and pupils at a York primary school are celebrating after being awarded an

New head for historic York school

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:24:26 GMT

St Peter's school in York has named Leo Winkley as it new head teacher, a local news

Parents consulted about sex lessons in Warwickshire schools

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:20:20 GMT

Warwickshire council has started a consultation exercise with people in the county

New site agreed for Burnley primary school

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:38:45 GMT

A primary school in Burnley has secured funding for a £1.2 million building

Gloucester schools replaced by new academy

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:38:09 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council has decided to shut down two secondary schools and

Bristol school's tree plans praised by local forum

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:36:51 GMT

A school in Bristol has been praised for its goal to include more trees in its new

Six Derby schools to be merged, council decides

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:28:00 GMT

In a bid to improve efficiency and governance, Derby council has decided to merge six

New building approved for Exeter school

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:27:35 GMT

A primary school in Exeter has been granted permission for a new building for parents

Melksham nursery celebrates Ofsted rating

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:27:09 GMT

A nursery in Melksham is in celebratory mood following a glowing report by Ofsted, a

More free school meals for children

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 19:25:56 GMT

The government has announced plans to invest an additional £35 million in free

Rossendale school builds strong links with top private college

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 19:23:58 GMT

Alder Grange Community and Technology School in Rossendale, has teamed up with a

Ofsted praises Watford primary for improving 'significantly'

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 19:22:25 GMT

A primary school in Watford is in celebratory mood following a glowing report by

Norfolk schools get PE accolades

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 19:51:48 GMT

A total of nine schools in Norfolk have been honoured by local authorities for their

Plymouth school received £40 million handout

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 19:49:48 GMT

School secretary Ed Balls has announced a £40 million cash injection for a new

'Outstanding' Leicester school praised by Oftsed

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 19:49:05 GMT

Education watchdog Ofsted has praised a school in Leicester for "the outstanding

Ofsted praised school for 'impeccable' pupils

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 17:51:13 GMT

A school in Uxbridge is celebrating after it received a glowing report by Ofsted, a

Wirral pupils attend 'healthy schools'

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 17:50:31 GMT

Schools in Wirral have been praised for achieving 100 per cent national health school

Major revamp for Bolton schools

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 17:49:38 GMT

Schools in Bolton are poised for a major makeover under an £83 million rebuild

Ofsted commends Merry Hill Infant School and Nursery

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 19:34:29 GMT

A school in Bushey is celebrating after it received an "outstanding" rating

Teachers trained to identify extremist behaviour

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 19:32:54 GMT

Waltham council has launched a new scheme that will see teachers receive training to

Schools team up for language teaching

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 19:30:55 GMT

Secondary school pupils in the South West are to teach languages to primary school

Scunthorpe school wins national award

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 11:45:54 GMT

A secondary school in Scunthorpe is in celebratory mood after winning a prestigious

Ofsted commends 'outstanding' Wiveliscombe school

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 11:43:03 GMT

Staff and pupils at Kingsmead Community school in Wiveliscombe are celebrating an

Pupils to receive free track and field coaching

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 11:38:51 GMT

A new police scheme is giving the opportunity to pupils at Charles Darwin school in

Music boosts pupils' self-confidence, survey says

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 12:33:38 GMT

Learning to play music instruments can help raise pupils' self-confidence, a new

Gordon Brown pays tribute to Northolt school

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 12:30:36 GMT

Prime minister Gordon Brown has congratulated a Northolt primary school at a

Downton school praised by Ofsted

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 12:27:44 GMT

A school in Downton is celebrating after it received a glowing report by Ofsted, a

Newark school to help create reading assessments

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 18:28:18 GMT

Barnby Road Primary school in Newark is going to help create national reading tests

Top marks for West Bridgford Infant School

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 18:09:55 GMT

Staff and pupils at West Bridgford Infant School are celebrating after getting a

New commission to look at the future of school libraries

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 18:26:51 GMT

The Museum, Libraries and Archive Council has teamed up with the National Literacy

Less pupils suspended in Renfrewshire, figures reveal

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 18:26:02 GMT

School exclusion numbers in Renfrewshire have dropped for the seventh year in a row,

Plymouth schools receive international awards

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 18:24:19 GMT

Seventeen schools in Plymouth have been awarded international accolades to celebrate

Sex education lessons for pupils aged seven

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:44:42 GMT

Pupils as young as seven will be taught about sex and puberty in compulsory lessons,

York school is a 'masterpiece', says English Heritage

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:43:44 GMT

A school in York that was built in 1896 has been described by English Heritage as a

Headteacher meets prime minister

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:42:27 GMT

The headteacher of St Michael's Catholic High School, in High Elms Lane, has met the

Yatton Infant School celebrates 'outstanding' rating

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:10:08 GMT

Yatton Infant School is in celebratory mood after it received an

Landmark for Berkshire school revamp

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:09:26 GMT

The revamp of one of Berkshire's oldest schools is about to hit an important

Oldham teachers to receive masters training

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:08:37 GMT

Schools in Oldham are taking part in a £800,000 scheme aiming to train new

Kingston tops national GCSE tables

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:03:10 GMT

Schools in Kingston have posted the best GCSE results in the country, a local news

Trust school bid receives positive reception

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:02:10 GMT

The Oreston Community Primary School's bid for trust status has been given a positive

Ofsted commends 'caring and supportive' school

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:00:33 GMT

A school in Millom is celebrating after it received a glowing report by education

West Dorset school one of England's best, says Ofsted

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 17:40:38 GMT

A West Dorset primary school is in celebratory mood after education watchdog Ofsted

Singing 'helps educational development'

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 17:39:27 GMT

More than four out of five primary school teachers are using singing as part of their

The art of Diwali exhibited in London

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 17:38:13 GMT

Gants Hill-based rangoli artist Chirag Mulia has taken the art he has learnt at the

Island schools receive national accolades

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:59:53 GMT

Two island schools are celebrating after winning national awards by the esteemed Good

Crompton House top Oldham secondary state school, league tables show

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:58:54 GMT

Crompton House delivered the best GCSE performance among secondary state schools in

Ofsted commends 'outstanding' Bristol school

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:57:01 GMT

A school in Bristol has been given an "outstanding" rating by education

Cornish students improve GCSE performance, report says

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:19:58 GMT

Schools in Cornwall delivered their best GCSE performance in the last four years in

Derby pupils encouraged to walk to school

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:17:47 GMT

Primary-age pupils in Derby are being encouraged to walk to school as part of a new

School celebrates 'tremendous achievement'

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:17:06 GMT

Tadcaster Grammar School is in a celebratory mood after it received a top accolade, a

Top marks for Ealing schools

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:34:56 GMT

Schools in Ealing have improved their GCSE performance by two per cent, according to

Bristol school praised for encouraging boys' learning

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:34:02 GMT

Education watchdog Ofsted has given the thumbs up to a Bristol school for making

Two new schools approved in Middlesbrough

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:33:22 GMT

Middlesbrough Council's planning committee has approved the applications for two new

Calmore Infant School praised by Ofsted

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:25:14 GMT

A school in Hampshire has been praised by education watchdog Ofsted for its

Warwickshire backs school improvement plan

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:24:39 GMT

Warwickshire officials have backed an "exciting" government initiative to

Dover school congratulated by minister for GCSE results

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:23:37 GMT

A secondary school in Dover has been praised by the Secretary of State for Children,

Bristol school adopts new name

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:18:47 GMT

A school in Bristol has dropped its original name after more than 40 years, a local

Blackburn school praised by Ofsted

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:16:30 GMT

A school in Blackburn is celebrating after it was given a satisfactory grade by

Birmingham pupils improve, GCSE results show

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:15:12 GMT

Birmingham schools have improved their GCSE performance and narrowed the gap with the

Top school drops traditional exams

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:29:39 GMT

One of England's most successful schools for A-level performance is set to scrap the

Leicester's nursery praised for the second year running

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:28:47 GMT

Education watchdog Ofsted has given the thumbs-up to a day nursery in Leicester for

Future 'looks rosy' for school after acquisition

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:27:21 GMT

The future of The Bolitho School, which went into administration on December 23rd,

'Excess funds see drop'

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:51:26 GMT

Funds that headteachers across the country hold back from spending on current

Derby school to teach pupils about back care

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:50:54 GMT

An infants school in Derby is set to teach its pupils about back care, a report has

Staffordshire schools celebrate top honour, report says

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:50:13 GMT

Some of Staffordshire's most improved schools are due to attend 10 Downing Street for

Burntwood school celebrates after 'super' report

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:59:23 GMT

Education watchdog Ofsted has praised a school in Burntwood for its leadership,

Schools set to open after extended break

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:43:18 GMT

Most schools across the Borders are set to open their doors to pupils from January 11

Bury school given the thumbs-up

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:43:09 GMT

A school in Bury is in celebratory mood following the results of its Ofsted

Yoga 'helps teachers cope with stress'

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 12:52:34 GMT

Devon teachers have turned to yoga to reduce their levels of stress, a newspaper

Students to submit ideas on how to beat hate crimes

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 12:33:58 GMT

A Devon teacher is becoming part of a judging panel for a competition among

Students face delay in exams due to snow, report says

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 11:58:04 GMT

Pupils across the UK are facing delays of up to five months to take exam modules if

'Education in York has enjoyed a great year'

Thu, 7 Jan 2010 13:08:30 GMT

Children studying in York over the past year have enjoyed a good period, according to

Devon students 'strike gold'

Thu, 7 Jan 2010 13:07:57 GMT

Students in Devon are due to receive the Duke of Edinburgh award this week after

Manning school praised by Ofsted

Thu, 7 Jan 2010 13:07:28 GMT

Manning School for Girls has been praised recently by education watchdog Ofsted for

One-to-one tutors 'scarce'

Thu, 7 Jan 2010 13:06:56 GMT

There is a shortage of teachers taking part in a one-to-one tuition scheme for

Students to learn foreign languages, report says

Thu, 7 Jan 2010 13:05:23 GMT

Primary school pupils across the UK are set to learn foreign languages - including

Nottingham schools to crackdown on truancy

Wed, 6 Jan 2010 19:50:23 GMT

Schools in Nottingham are set to tackle the issue of truancy after a recent report

New educational resources available for teachers

Wed, 6 Jan 2010 19:49:48 GMT

Teachers in the UK will now have access to a new website offering educational

Devon students 'to fight against prejudice'

Wed, 6 Jan 2010 19:49:10 GMT

Staff at schools in Devon are encouraging students to think about prejudice and ways

Finance focus for teachers in England

Tue, 5 Jan 2010 17:22:11 GMT

Teachers in the UK could find themselves giving more lessons on personal finance

Demand for teaching increases thanks to career changers, report says

Mon, 4 Jan 2010 16:03:48 GMT

A rising number of former bankers, lawyers and other professionals looking for a

Leicestershire school gets good mark

Mon, 4 Jan 2010 16:03:01 GMT

A school in Melton, Leicestershire, was celebrating an outstanding rating by

Norwich teachers reunited with 2CV

Mon, 4 Jan 2010 16:02:21 GMT

Two teachers in Norwich have been reunited with the car that carried them though

Hard-working Croydon teacher receives MBE

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:25:06 GMT

A teacher in Croydon may prove inspirational for other looking to teach in the UK

Teaching assistant numbers 'rose rapidly in 2009'

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 10:08:25 GMT

Massive growth in the number of teaching assistants in the UK has been named one of

Minister urges education gap between boys and girls to be closed

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 10:06:26 GMT

In a bid to close the education gap between boys and girls, a government minister has

Derby students gets top math award

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:25:02 GMT

An A-level pupil in a school in Derby has won gold in a national mathematics contest,

Harpenden school gets good results

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:24:24 GMT

Staff and students at St Albans school near Harpenden, has been celebrating its

Devon students learn about road safety

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:23:43 GMT

A group of students at a Primary School in Tiverton, in Devon, is learning about

Doncaster school celebrates Ofsted report

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:37:42 GMT

A school in Crowle, near Doncaster, is in celebratory mood following the results of

Peterborough pupils win prize thanks to 'court skills'

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:37:09 GMT

Students at Orton Longueville School in Peterborough have won the Bar National Mock

Deprived areas of England 'miss a day a week of school'

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:36:26 GMT

Some of the poorest areas in England miss "an average of one day a week of

Head teacher complaints service criticised

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 11:00:00 GMT

A new service designed to allow pupils complain about the conduct of their head

Building project acceleration encouraged

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Schools minster Vernon Coaker has encouraged schools and local authorities in England

Scottish schools 'to stage musical'

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:24:34 GMT

The producers of a musical about a threatened Edinburgh school are to encourage

Baths aims to bring sports back to school

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:23:41 GMT

Students in Bath may soon begin to enjoy an abandoned sports field as part of a new

Derbyshire schools 'rock'

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:22:39 GMT

Two schools in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, finished the last week of classes for this year

Schools in Scotland 'make the grade'

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:25:58 GMT

Scottish schools are performing well compared to international standards, an expert

Teachers run for charity

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:24:55 GMT

Members of the Teacher Support Team are taking parting in the 2010 London Marathon to

Fun games 'help students learn'

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:23:59 GMT

Students at a primary school in Longton, Lancashire, are using games to improve their

Students in Bristol raise cash for Indian orphanage

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:49:31 GMT

Students at a school in Bristol have raised more than £2,500 to help an

Bristol special school 'makes progress'

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:48:39 GMT

A special school in Bristol is said to be making excellent progress, watchdog Ofsted

Support staff 'at record high'

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:47:00 GMT

The number of teaching assistants in British schools has increased to 30,000 - a

Manchester school 'is top of the class'

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:55:00 GMT

A school in Manchester which was known for its truancy record has been identified as

Sandwell schools to get further £120m in funds

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:43:10 GMT

Eight secondary schools in Sandwell in the West Midlands will benefit from councils

'Provide more help to students taking their GCSEs'

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:40:15 GMT

Students taking their GCSEs need more support, according to Warren Oates, community

Lincolnshire schools 'wants to give pupils a set of values'

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:12:48 GMT

Washingborough Primary School in Lincolnshire is launching a government scheme that

'Literacy is the cornerstone of a successful skills-based economy'

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:12:14 GMT

An improvement in literacy is good news for an economy based on skills, according to

Derby pupil wins national drawing contest

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:11:37 GMT

A schoolgirl in Derby has won the Viking stationery competition, a national drawing

Watford school children perform at a Christmas carol concert

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:59:43 GMT

Local schools in Bushey and Oxhey, Watford, took part in a Christmas carol concert,

Plymouth College pupils score top entrepreneurial prize

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:54:38 GMT

A group of Plymouth College students managed to reach the top spot in a competition

Birmingham schools to get virtual testing

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 13:52:27 GMT

Staff and pupils in Birmingham will use computer software to plan for rebuilding

'Pupils should get more recognition for taking harder subjects'

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:36:35 GMT

Students in the UK who are taking tougher subjects should be getting more recognition

Sutherland students get ready for schools business contest

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:35:25 GMT

Pupils from Bettyhill in Sutherland are getting ready for a schools business

Nottingham teachers 'discuss their values'

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:34:29 GMT

Trainee primary teachers in Nottingham are gathering this week to assess their

Staffordshire students 'bring history to life'

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:28:23 GMT

A group of students - and their parents - from Springhead Primary, Staffordshire,

Pupils in Burnham win maths contest

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:26:50 GMT

A group of year six students from St Andrew's Junior School in Burnham won the

Bristol schools gets into the Christmas spirit

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:25:23 GMT

A group of 39 pupils at QEH junior school have put together the production of A

Angus councillor welcomes improvement in teacher-pupil ratio

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:31:43 GMT

A decrease in the teacher to pupil ratios in primary schools across Angus has been

Pupils to get free computers

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:29:42 GMT

Under a Torbay council scheme, 120 unprivileged students will receive a laptop

New masters available for teachers

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:26:33 GMT

The Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA) has made available to

Maths pilot scheme for primary school pupils to be expanded

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 13:12:42 GMT

A pilot programme aimed at improving primary school students' maths skills is to be

Devon students learn about road safety

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 13:12:10 GMT

Students at Stoke Canon Pre-School and Stoke Canon Primary School in Devon

Pupils in Leicestershire took part in readathon

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 13:11:40 GMT

Students at Mount Grace High School in Leicestershire took part in a readathon,

Aberdeen teachers urged to think big

Wed, 9 Dec 2009 17:29:22 GMT

Staff in Aberdeen have been urged to have a long-term vision about the development of

Surrey school rocks audience

Wed, 9 Dec 2009 17:28:40 GMT

A school in Surrey has rocked audiences with a rendition of We Will Rock You, the

'Good science GCSEs are essential'

Wed, 9 Dec 2009 17:27:51 GMT

Obtaining good science GCSEs is essential for students, according to Hilary Leevers,

College re-examines plans to stop running A-level courses

Tue, 8 Dec 2009 12:59:50 GMT

Brooklands College in Surrey is re-assessing its plans to stop running A-level

Food prize to school in Bath

Tue, 8 Dec 2009 12:56:35 GMT

A headteacher in Bath has won an award for changing dinners at her school, a

Conservatives plan to attract science teachers

Tue, 8 Dec 2009 12:54:02 GMT

A Conservative government would pledge to pay off science and maths teachers students

Exeter school joins race to plant trees

Mon, 7 Dec 2009 16:52:45 GMT

Staff and students at a school in Exeter planted 75 trees last Saturday in an effort

One-to-one plan for English schools

Mon, 7 Dec 2009 16:50:58 GMT

Schools across England will be able to provide one-to-one tuition to students

East Midlands school scoops award

Mon, 7 Dec 2009 16:50:19 GMT

A school in the East Midlands has won an award in recognition of the class trips and

Scottish independent girls' schools 'to share resources'

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 14:07:08 GMT

Independent girls' schools in Scotland are reportedly likely to share a pool of

'Teachers could use blogs to engage pupils'

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 14:05:30 GMT

Teachers could use social networking sites and blogs to engage their students in the

Exeter students scoop award

Fri, 4 Dec 2009 14:04:31 GMT

Students at Exeter College have been presented with construction, motor vehicle and

Plymouth's primary school raises hundreds for charity

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 19:55:27 GMT

Teachers and students at a primay school in Plymouth have raised "hundreds of

New primary school places to be created in Wandsworth

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 19:53:38 GMT

Thanks to a government grant of almost £18 million, Wandsworth will see the

Darlington council welcomes £57m injection

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 19:52:51 GMT

Darlington Borough Council has welcomed a £57 million injection into schools,

Teachers at Brighton school celebrate top place

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 12:48:40 GMT

Teachers in Brighton were celebrating their school being name d one of the 100 top

Primary schools in Newcastle get top grades

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 12:47:09 GMT

Primary schools in Newcastle have reason to celebrate after having reached top

Teachers 'delighted' at Derbyshire primary school extension

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 12:45:12 GMT

Teachers at a Doveridge Primary School were "delighted" following the

Aspiration for top jobs 'at three-year high'

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 11:29:11 GMT

A rise in aspirations among teachers in the UK wanting to become heads is 'good news'

East Devon primary gets the thumbs up

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 11:28:19 GMT

A primary school in East Devon has been praised by inspectors of Ofsted, the

Ed Balls gives 11 councils school building boost

Tue, 1 Dec 2009 11:27:20 GMT

Eleven councils are set to become beneficiaries of the latest stage of a secondary

Teaching in England 'to combat sexual violence'

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:15:43 GMT

Changes to teaching in England that will see lessons on how to combat sexual violence

League table overhaul 'needed'

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:14:48 GMT

Parents and teachers in England could benefit from an overhaul of the current league

National policy on class setting 'could be damaging'

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:13:50 GMT

Teachers and headteachers in England should not have to adhere to a national policy

Teachers urged to use foreign languages to teach subjects

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 10:15:20 GMT

Teachers across the UK should be teaching subjects like history and geography in

Ofsted says some Lewisham schools are 'outstanding'

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 10:12:46 GMT

A group of schools has been named 'outstanding' by education watchdog Ofsted, a

Four schools in Newcastle to be built

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 10:10:51 GMT

As part of the Building for the Future (BSF) project, construction for new schools

Teachers celebrate Ofsted report

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:31:49 GMT

Teachers at schools and nurseries across the UK have been celebrating their ranking

'Academies are no panacea to transform education'

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:29:36 GMT

Turning schools into academies isn't necessarily the answer for a better British

'Values' may be pushing people into teaching

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:28:47 GMT

People's values might be playing a role when choosing to train to become a teacher,

Scotland plans to open up teaching job opportunities

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:20:24 GMT

Newly qualified teachers looking for a job will have access to new positions under

'Teachers exceed targets'

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:19:23 GMT

Teacher training courses in England have been more popular this year than ever after

Students get safety drive lessons

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:18:11 GMT

Pupils at a north-east academy were given lessons on safety driving and vehicle

Devon pupils win award

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:39:24 GMT

Teachers at a Devon secondary school have managed to get their pupils to create an

Ofsted 'impressed' by two schools in Swindon

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:39:03 GMT

Ofsted, the government's education and childcare watchdog, has judged two schools in

'North-east teachers amongst the UK's elite'

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:38:37 GMT

Teachers from more than 20 north-east schools have been named among the country's

Teachers praise pupils' conduct in Scotland

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:10:56 GMT

Ask teachers in Scotland whether they think their students are well behaved and they

Teachers in Exeter win community award

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:09:57 GMT

Teachers at an Exeter's secondary school were probably in celebratory mood after

UK Commission for Employment and Skills asks government for less red tape

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:08:36 GMT

The government should be less bureaucratic and more transparent by providing pupils

Teachers in Bolton organise cancer care appeal

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:26:48 GMT

Teachers across Bolton have encouraged their pupils to plant daffodil bulbs to help

Inverness teachers turned into karaoke singers

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:25:53 GMT

Teachers in Inverness transformed themselves into karaoke singers to raise funds for

Teachers 'cash in on extra private tuition'

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:25:09 GMT

More and more pupils across the UK are receiving extra private tuition and this has

Former teacher advices pupils on career in South Shields

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:27:23 GMT

Phil Grice, head at Ashley Primary School in South Shields for 25 years, is helping

Schools Minister proposes to raise standards in schools

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:25:00 GMT

The government is planning to bring in a new curriculum to improve education

Extra qualifications pay off for support staff in Exeter

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:23:48 GMT

Support staff in Exeter have been rewarded for obtaining extra qualifications.

Teachers grow moustaches for charity

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:43:22 GMT

Male teachers at St Helens schools in Merseyside have grown moustaches in an effort

Sheffield schools encourage youngsters to eat more healthily

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:40:52 GMT

Pupils in Sheffield are being encouraged to adopt healthier eating habits as part of

King's School opens £1.4m building

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:36:49 GMT

The King's School in Ottery St Mary has opened a £1.4m building as it was in

'Grammar schools could be turned into sixth-form colleges'

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:32:52 GMT

Grammar schools could be turned into sixth-form colleges, under a new proposal from

To tweet or not to tweet?

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:30:28 GMT

Teachers could benefit from using Twitter as an experiment into the social media site

Support staff to meet in Matford

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:28:19 GMT

Support staff that help young people with their learning are set to meet at a hotel

School in Bristol makes it to the top

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:51:14 GMT

Our Lady of the Rosary RC primary in Lawrence Weston has made into the top 50 state

Ofsted gives the thumbs up to City College Norwich

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 07:49:39 GMT

Ofsted inspectors have said that City College Norwich has made considerable

Brits to teach English in Bangladesh via mobile technology

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:01:26 GMT

British teachers will be soon teaching English to people in Bangladesh using mobile

Resources to get pupils thinking

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:35:59 GMT

The Times Education Supplement (TES) has published a list of the best resources to

New school in Dundee City opens doors

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:34:58 GMT

Grove Academy, in Claypotts Road, Broughty Ferry opened for pupils on Monday

London schools win design awards

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:11:36 GMT

Teachers in the Lambeth area of London may be pleased to hear that their working

Midlands pupils 'beating the bullies'

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:55:39 GMT

A programme of competitions, campaigns and activities is helping Nottingham school

Behaviour cards 'an unnecessary burden'

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:54:46 GMT

Government plans to introduce records of both good and bad behaviour to schools are

Parents rate UK heads as good leaders

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:33:24 GMT

Headteachers have been praised by parents in a new survey placing their leadership

Pupils at Burleigh Community College to take centre stage

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:49:57 GMT

Pupils from Burleigh Community College, in Loughborough, are to take centre stage

Bristol to build school twice the size as initially thought, report says

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:48:20 GMT

Liberal Democrats in Bristol are exploring the possibility of making the new school

UK schools see resurgence of Latin in classroom

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 17:57:33 GMT

A survey of schools by the Cambridge Schools Latin Project showed that across the UK,

Plans to tackle primary school places shortage in Croydon

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 17:56:51 GMT

A Croydon school cabinet meeting is considering opening a new school to tackle the

Mandatory teaching of PSHE is 'long overdue'

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:46:04 GMT

Mandatory teaching of Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education has long

Book on child development published

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:45:14 GMT

A book that addresses the ongoing controversies of child-care versus family care for

Conservative education proposals welcomed in Sunderland

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:44:37 GMT

Coun Robert Oliver, Sunderland's Conservative spokesman for children's services, said

Black Country youngsters praised

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:52:19 GMT

The achievements of teachers and students at schools across the Midlands have been

Recession's impact on child poverty 'yet to be seen'

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:51:06 GMT

It is still unclear how the economic crisis has affected levels of child poverty in

Schools 'should offer yoga to teens'

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:50:03 GMT

A childhood obesity expert has urged schools to diversify their physical education

Parents 'not to blame for admissions deceit'

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 15:26:56 GMT

A parents lobby group has called on the government to improve standards at failing

Intensive teaching boosts Midlands maths

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 15:25:42 GMT

A programme offering personalised one-to-one maths tuition has helped pupils at a

Parent advisors 'could widen social gap'

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 15:24:05 GMT

Doubts have been raised over whether the government's parental advice scheme in

Regional sport boost ahead of London 2012

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 17:43:06 GMT

School pupils in Rochdale could find themselves on the road to the Olympics if they

Rugby school leads international partnership

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 17:57:29 GMT

An extension to a scheme designed to promote international partnership between

Racism 'still in schools'

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:46:52 GMT

Despite ongoing efforts to raise awareness in schools, racism does still take place,

PM: Testing vital in schools

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:44:14 GMT

The prime minister Gordon Brown has spoken out in favour of the current testing

Primary teachers praised

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:42:31 GMT

Teachers at one primary school in Cornwall have been praised in a recent Ofsted

Foreign-language teaching 'in decline'

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:40:38 GMT

Teaching of modern foreign languages in schools is continuing to decline, new figures

Teachers 'embrace citizenship lessons'

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:54:46 GMT

Since its introduction to the curriculum in 2002, citizenship teaching has been

NUT rep blames "inappropriate curriculum" for exclusions

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:53:32 GMT

A representative from the National Union of Teachers (NUT) has blamed an

Conference to explore making teaching more inspiring

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:51:49 GMT

A conference is to take place in Edinburgh to explore ways in which lecturing by

College teachers 'looking to expand diplomas'

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:49:23 GMT

Teachers at colleges which are members of the Association of Colleges (AoC) intend to

Teachers in Birmingham promote humanitarian concerns

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:40:50 GMT

A group of teachers from Birmingham have undertaken their own humanitarian mission to

New resource for teachers in Scotland

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:49:41 GMT

Teaches and pupils in Scotland have a new resource available to them covering the

Diploma concerns raised

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:47:35 GMT

A number of concerns over the new Diploma qualification have been raised in a survey

Teachers' hard work praised

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:44:51 GMT

The latest assessment figures for Key Stages 2 and 3 have prompted one minister to

Diploma advert branded misleading

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:13:46 GMT

The UK's advertising watchdog has ruled a government advert for its new diploma plan

Notts teens approve of practical learning

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:12:26 GMT

Teenagers studying in the East Midlands have given their approval to the government's

Good teachers 'light up the room'

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:13:31 GMT

A good teacher can engage and enthuse pupils, helping to keep them involved and

Creationism teaching supported

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:12:30 GMT

Some 54 per cent of adult respondents to a recent survey believe that teachers in

False allegations 'affecting teaching in England'

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:11:34 GMT

Teachers across the country are being negatively affected by false allegations

Teacher of the year revealed

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:32:51 GMT

This year's Teachers of the Year were announced at a ceremony in London last

Primary children 'to receive careers advice'

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:30:22 GMT

Teachers of primary school children in various regions across the UK are set to trial

Hackney education intervention 'to end'

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:28:50 GMT

An end to government intervention in local authority plans for education has been

Government 'working to improve standards'

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 16:27:26 GMT

The government has confirmed it is working closely with local authorities in Cornwall

More trust schools on the way

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:03:15 GMT

The government says its cooperative schools programme is rising in popularity, as 114

Kids 'should give up dummies well before school'

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:00:45 GMT

A language expert has warned using a dummy after the age of three could limit a

School building programme 'good for UK business'

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:58:31 GMT

The government's nationwide school construction programme is generating valuable

Countdown to teaching awards

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:54:20 GMT

Just a few days remain before the winners of the annual Teaching Awards are

Elitism fears over Tories' teacher training plans

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:53:12 GMT

Education leaders have raised doubts over the Conservative party's proposal to commit

Children's champion accepts post

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:50:23 GMT

The government's choice for the role of children's commissioner has been confirmed,

School leavers encouraged to stay in education

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:40:26 GMT

Teenagers in selected areas in England are to be targeted under a new pilot scheme

An early love for reading 'boosts long-term literacy'

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:39:06 GMT

Helping children to discover reading at an early age has a vital role to play in

Faith schools 'nurture confident pupils'

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:36:07 GMT

Children enrolled at faith schools benefit from improved confidence and feelings of

School chains 'could be created'

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:59:21 GMT

Chains of schools could be created as part of a new drive announced today by schools

Path to better behaviour for Birmingham pupils

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:57:54 GMT

School children at 30 Birmingham schools are being led down the path to better

Sheffield calls for more male primary teachers

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:42:30 GMT

According to new research, fewer than one in eight Sheffield primary school teachers

Background 'still more important than talent'

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:40:55 GMT

Where young people are brought up is more likely to determine their future than how

Stammer support extended for teachers in England

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:41:34 GMT

Teachers in England are set to receive extra support to help them work with children

Primary school-university bonds 'could help raise aspirations'

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:37:00 GMT

More needs to be done to encourage children in the first stage of their education to

Teachers understand the value of strategic alliances, research shows

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:34:39 GMT

Teachers, like wartime politicians, understand how valuable strategic alliances are,

School starting age changes proposed

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:26:52 GMT

Teachers in England may find themselves teaching younger pupils should proposed

School starting age recommendation criticised

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:55:41 GMT

A recommendation to raise the school starting age to six years old has been

Grade rise in maintained schools

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:20:19 GMT

There has been a substantial rise in the GCSE results achieved by maintained schools,

London teacher 'livens up science after school'

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:17:11 GMT

One teacher at Alexandra Park School in London has taken a more hands-on approach to

More funding for older learners

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:55:32 GMT

Teachers in England may find that they have more classes for post-16 learners,

Teachers in the south to see new academies

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:53:15 GMT

Teachers in the south of England can expect to see a number of new academies

Teaching in London receives funding boost

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:15:26 GMT

Teaching at Barnet College in London has received a boost in the form of an

Portsmouth teacher up for national award

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:13:30 GMT

A teacher from Fareham has been nominated for a national award for his ongoing

Teacher rewarded following recovery

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:53:02 GMT

A sports teacher who was paralysed following an accident while he was on holiday in

Support staff 'can bring benefits'

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:48:04 GMT

The use of school support staff and teaching assistants can help in a number of ways,

Teachers in Glasgow offer new sex education curriculum

Fri, 9 Oct 2009 17:42:29 GMT

A new curriculum for sex education has been developed for teachers in Glasgow by the

Specialist maths teaching 'helps improve results'

Fri, 9 Oct 2009 17:38:29 GMT

Specialist one-on-one maths teaching has helped a number of young people make leaps

Scottish teaching 'to include personal finance'

Thu, 8 Oct 2009 18:08:21 GMT

Teachers in Scotland may soon have to add personal finances lessons to the curriculum

Gove: Teaching in England 'has been dumbed down'

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 17:34:32 GMT

Teaching in England has been dumbed down under a Labour government, the shadow

Teaching in England 'set to smarten up'

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 17:32:36 GMT

Those teaching in England at one Birmingham college have been told to smarten up

Teacher wins praise for his work

Tue, 6 Oct 2009 17:50:03 GMT

One teacher in England has been rewarded for his efforts to liven up

New buildings for teaching in England

Mon, 5 Oct 2009 18:08:46 GMT

Teachers in England may see changes in school facilities following a change in

Teaching in England: Past pupils go back to school

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 17:30:25 GMT

A record-breaking number of former students have returned to work at their old

Teaching in London's poorest areas praised

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 17:28:42 GMT

Nine schools in London have been named as "outstanding" by schools watchdog

Teaching in England forging Ugandan links

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 17:27:00 GMT

Bristol city council has signed an agreement with Ugandan education experts pledging

Teaching in the UK: 'Only 1 in 8 kids get enough exercise'

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 17:25:25 GMT

A new survey has revealed that only around one in eight British schoolchildren are

New measures 'could help teachers regain authority'

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 17:23:51 GMT

A raft of new measures launched by the government, which aim to tackle bad behaviour

Teaching in the UK to undergo racism review

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 17:53:56 GMT

A detailed review of mechanisms designed to prevent the promotion of racism in

Teaching in England to include focus on uniforms

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 16:44:57 GMT

Traditional school uniforms look set to make a return to UK classrooms.

In

Teaching in Scotland: New guidelines published

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 16:43:02 GMT

The Scottish government has announced changes in how the Chartered Teacher scheme

Teaching in the UK: Pupils prefer science

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:55:47 GMT

School pupils have voted science to be their favourite subject, a report has

Teaching in Scotland 'to benefit from new buildings'

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:54:17 GMT

Teaching in Scotland could be set to benefit from the introduction of new learning

Teacher praises tutoring scheme

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:52:14 GMT

A project designed to offer one-on-one tuition to struggling pupils has been hailed a

Teaching in England: Pupils 'failed' by admissions reforms

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:48:44 GMT

Pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds are still being failed by schools admissions

Teaching in England: Early years education 'facing changes'

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:46:44 GMT

A number of changes to early years teaching in England could be made as a result of

Teaching in Scotland: Gaelic education reaps rewards

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:44:02 GMT

Pupils learning Gaelic tend to perform better than their peers, it has been

Brown: Teaching in England to receive investment

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:40:56 GMT

The prime minister, Gordon Brown, has told the Labour Party Conference that there

Teaching in the UK 'must overcome budget restraints'

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:38:33 GMT

Education and teaching in the UK must overcome budget restraints as a result of the

Teaching in England: Religious tests for faith school

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:36:32 GMT

Those teaching in England at faith schools face a number of issues relating to pupil

Secondary modern teaching in England 'already doing well'

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:34:35 GMT

Individuals teaching in secondary modern schools in England, in particular in Kent,

Teaching in England: Unruliness to be tackled

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:33:06 GMT

Pupil unruliness that affects classroom teaching in England will today be tackled by

Teacher introduces Uganda fundraiser

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:26:56 GMT

Teaching in England could provide fundraising opportunities for less developed

Teaching in England: Exam board rules out automated marking

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:25:16 GMT

Teaching in England: Exam board rules out automated marking

An exam board

Special needs teaching in the UK 'to get more support'

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:23:54 GMT

More support for those teaching children with special needs in the UK has been

Equality called for among those teaching in the UK

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:43:22 GMT

There is a need to strike a balance between the number of male and female teachers

Labour scolded by schooling cost inefficiencies

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:20:36 GMT

Labour has been condemned for its management of the education budget in a leaked

Royal Institution plans inspirational children's centre

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:19:35 GMT

The Royal Institution has announced plans to build a new science centre to inspire

Duo calls on computer games to teach maths

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:18:29 GMT

The owner of a popular gaming site has teamed up with an eminent Oxford professor to

NI teaching unions make moves towards merger

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:17:27 GMT

Two of Northern Ireland's main teaching unions have taken the first steps towards a

Balfour Beatty wins West Sussex academies deal

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:16:15 GMT

Construction firm Balfour Beatty has been identified as the preferred bidder for a

Honoured teacher returns to first school

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:13:18 GMT

A retired teacher who received an MBE for his services for his work with non

Parents send teacher to awards in style

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:11:59 GMT

Parents in Swindon have shown their gratitude to an outstanding teacher at Gorse Hill

Head teacher shortage 'less acute'

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:11:03 GMT

The shortage of head teachers in England and Wales has eased over the past year, new

Conservatives 'plan changes' to teaching in the UK

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:58:34 GMT

Teaching in the UK could face a radical overhaul should the Conservatives take power

Primary teaching in England 'suffers from lack of males'

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:56:28 GMT

Primary teaching in England currently has a lack of males in the profession, new

Teaching in the UK: Higher education 'remains attractive'

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:54:31 GMT

Individuals teaching in the UK may find their students are up against increased

Teaching in the UK ?is target driven?

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:50:33 GMT

Teaching in the UK is driven by a range of targets, it has been

Teaching in England: One in four special needs schools 'without a head'

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:59:55 GMT

Headteacher posts remain unfilled at more than a quarter of all special needs

Teaching in England: Special needs teacher turns author

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:26:33 GMT

A former special needs teacher has drawn on her classroom experience to write a new

Maths teaching in the UK 'to benefit from new online resource'

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:24:13 GMT

In response to reports that UK maths standards have reached an "all-time

Language teaching in the UK 'vital'

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:20:59 GMT

Teaching children of primary school age or below a second language will help them

Teaching in Scotland: Glasgow school 'bucks trend'

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:39:32 GMT

A Glasgow school believes it bucks a trend that has been noticed by education

Teaching in Scotland: class sizes limited to 25

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:59:20 GMT

Moves to introduce a limit on class sizes for those teaching in Scotland at primary

Teaching in England sees standards rise

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:39:22 GMT

Those teaching in England have helped to reduce the number of schools where all

Teaching in UK receives bullying boost

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Teachers in the UK are being offered extra support in their efforts to tackle

Teaching in England to receive tutor support

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A focus on one-to-one tuition with the aid of new school support tutors could help

Teaching in the UK: Welsh church primaries 'offer higher standards'

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new report has found that children attending Welsh church schools perform better

Is teaching in England making students "jump through hoops"?

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An education expert has warned teachers may spend too much time focusing on one group

Teaching in England 'to help tackle bullying'

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In an effort to help schools stop pupils with special educational needs and other

Teaching in England 'would benefit from more school nurses'

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Responding to news school nurses feel overworked, the UK's largest union has called

Teaching in England to 'offer more individual support to pupils'

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ministers are urging tutors to register for a place in an "army" of

Teaching in the UK: Healthy eating scheme extended

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Healthy Schools initiative is to be extended, marking the tenth anniversary of

Teaching in the UK: do disadvantages remain?

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Disadvantaged children living in the UK struggle to gain an even footing throughout

Co-operatives call for teaching jobs

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

There should be a greater shift towards co-op schools, the schools secretary Ed Balls

Is technology affecting teaching in the UK?

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An over-use and addiction to technology is affecting learning in schools, a recent

Teaching in UK sixth forms: Does size matter?

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New research from the Association of Colleges suggests that the grades achieved by

Teaching in the UK 'could help relieve teen angst'

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

While modern teenagers share a common concern about losing weight and fitting in,

Teaching in the UK 'is not seeing a primary school places crisis'

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An education expert has said a small percentage of families will have to accept their

Course 'offers unique insight into teaching in England'

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Carefully developed over six years, an intensive study programme aims to help

Teaching in England 'not suffering from places shortage'

Tue, 8 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

There is no national shortage in the number of primary school places available, one

Teaching in England 'may change following academy overhaul'

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Plans announced by the government today to remove the financial barrier to backing an

Teaching in the UK 'could help end child poverty'

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Education reform is just one measure needed to tackle the issue of child poverty in

Support staff teaching in England 'play a vital and distinct role'

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Teaching assistants are an integral part of children's education but they cannot

Free meals scheme 'could have behaviour impact'

Thu, 3 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Those teaching in England may be interested to hear details of a new initiative

Teaching in the UK 'comes with a challenging workload'

Thu, 3 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Recent reforms have done little to make work more manageable for teachers in England

Teaching in England 'to get to grips with tax'

Thu, 3 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new free online resource has been launched, which promises to help teachers educate

Teaching in England 'still favours A-levels over Diplomas

Wed, 2 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Those in teaching jobs in England are reported to be finding that pupils are still

Teacher association calls for unified admissions rules

Tue, 1 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Creating a universal schools admissions policy would reduce confusion and cut down on

Science results are great for the economy

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

GCSE science results are positive news for the UK economy, says an advisory

Students struggle with diploma

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The results of the first diploma courses have revealed students have struggled to

Irish Teachers' Union says it is not telling teachers to walk out

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Teachers' Union of Ireland (TUI) has said it is not instructing its members to

Teachers can be trained in different ways, says Teach First boss

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The chief executive of the government's controversial Teach First scheme has defended

London school celebrates 5 years of exam success

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hurlingham and Chelsea School is celebrating another year of record GCSE results

English results falter

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Despite another year of record GCSE results, grades in English weakened.

The

Seven-year-olds pass computing GCSE

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Two seven-year-olds have passed a GCSE in computing.

Staff in

Record results for Sussex schools

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Pupils and people in teaching jobs in Sussex are celebrating the county's record GCSE

Swindon school children get first improved play area

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

School children in Swindon can now benefit from the first renovation of a play area

Put the playground on the beach, says former mayor

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Former mayor Major Tom Wye has added his support to plans that will see a new

Children best left to play in the rain

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children need not be sheltered from the rain and should be encouraged to continue

Cleaners offer children hygiene tips

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The UK Cleaning Products Industry Association (UKCPI) has produced a new teaching

Truancy rates on the rise

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Truancy rates in England are increasing, according to figures released

Performance of seven-year-olds is "positive", says schools minister

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Performance of seven-year-olds is "positive", says schools

Govt criticised for not delivering core GCSE results

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The government has been criticised for the lack of GCSE passes in core academic

'GCSE results due Thursday'

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Student across the UK are soon to receive their GCSE results, which are due this

Streaming 'creates successful learning'

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:31:09 GMT

State secondary schools, which segregate children depending on their academic

Recession-hit teens 'are thinking about their future'

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sixth form students are reported to be increasingly choosing subjects they believe

'Core GCSEs are being sidelined' say Tories

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Accusations suggesting the government is neglecting traditional subjects have been

Students denied traditional choices, claim Tories

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Conservative party has claimed that secondary school children are being denied

'Girls outperform boys at A level, again'

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The A level results for this year have once again shown girls have performed better

'Parents value skills'

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Almost all parents (90 per cent) say they believe schools should offer a variety of

School leavers face wait for exam results

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Staff in

Working together is key to introducing diplomas, says Ofsted

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills (Ofsted) has

Buckinghamshire academic says A level grades will plateau

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An academic in one of the top

Exam results need explaining, claims study

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The details of how GCSE and A level grades are calculated need to be explained to

'Schools encouraged to integrate technology at every opportunity'

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Schools are attempting to adopt new technology into their teaching wherever possible,

Civitas warns A levels are easier

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

People in

US workers changing career for teaching

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Workers in the US are increasingly changing their career for one in

Deputy head calls for GCSEs to be replaced

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Peter Hyman, deputy headmaster of a London comprehensive and former advisor to Tony

'New anti-bullying film will be shown in September'

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new film, Wednesday's Child, made to highlight school bullying, will be shown to

Liberal Democrats criticise government's BSF programme

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Liberal Democrats have criticised the government's Building Schools for the

Primary schools waiting for IT competition results

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Across the UK, primary schools are hoping they will be picked as winners in the

Young people's options have improved enormously, says LSC

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Learning and Skills Council (LSC) says young people now have more options and

Cut quangos to help pupils, says think-tank

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Centre for Policy Studies (CPS) has recommended getting rid of seven government

Do not apply without grades, school-leavers told

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

School-leavers should wait until they have received their exam results before

DCSF confirms pupil teacher ratios remain unchanged

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Department for Children Schools and Families (DCSF) has reported that the pupil

More children need free meals

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

More of the children attending primary and secondary schools are now claiming free

Parents baffled by children's science questions

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Most parents have found it impossible to answer science questions raised by their

Schools unite to beat bullies

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Schools in Northumberland are to share methods they use to fight bullying in a

Conservatives propose introducing independent education providers

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Conservative party would propose a radical overhaul of the education sector

UK teachers to help change international teaching policy

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

People teaching in the UK are to change the education programme the country offers

Teach kids the consequences of ICT misuse

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children need to be taught about the results of them misusing information

British kids get to build plane with Boeing

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

British schoolchildren will be given the opportunity to build a light plane with US

Youngest children need food advice, urges expert

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children need better education about food and diet before they start learning at

Govt could introduce mass immunisation to protect schools

Fri, 7 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The government is considering a mass immunisation of schoolchildren to help stop the

Head asks men to encourage boys to read

Fri, 7 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Headmaster Pam Weston has said boys will take up reading better if they can follow

New vetting needed for school workers, says expert

Fri, 7 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Sir Michael Birchard has called for a review of a planned vetting scheme that could

'Teachers can improve'

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Conservative shadow schools secretary Michael Gove is pushing for higher standards to

Govt promises improved play areas

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The government has promised to provide new or improved play areas for children across

TimePlan celebrates 20 years at the top

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The UK's first teaching agency TimePlan is celebrating its 20th year of
finding

Test results show good progress, says schools minister

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Provisional Key Stage 2 test results for 11-year-olds show good progress, says

Social networking damaging children's communication skills, says Archbishop

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children's use of social networking sites is bad for their development and is not

SATs stressful for everyone

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The SATs tests can cause stress for parents, children and people teaching in the UK,

Schools to introduce more CCTV

Tue, 4 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Schools across the UK are to increase the number of CCTV cameras they have installed

Princess Royal opens quarry centre

Tue, 4 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Princess Royal has opened a centre that will help schoolchildren better

Schools face tougher SEN standards

Mon, 3 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

People teaching in the UK who specialise in Special Education Needs (SEN) teaching

H&S stories are often misleading, says education supplement

Mon, 3 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

People teaching in the UK should take some of the headlines that claim health and

Teach kids the cost of living, say financial advisors

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children need to be taught practical financial issues in the same way they learn

Primarolo: Behaviour in schools is improving

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children's minister Dawn Primarolo has said the behaviour of pupils in the UK is

Teaching jobs in Mexico attract 50,000 applicants

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

People hoping to teach in the UK can consider themselves lucky they are not applying

Schools need to break gender perceptions, says commission

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children are still affected by stereotypes developed in schools leading to restricted

Young teachers are more dedicated than ever, says head teachers association

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The National Primary Headteachers' Association has leaped to the defence of teachers,

School lessons could get on TV

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The BBC could screen lessons on its channels if the swine flu virus forces schools to

Dawkins pours scorn on science curriculum

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Professor Richard Dawkins has added his criticisms to those building against the

Children want better sex education, finds Unicef

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Young people say they need better information on sexual health issues, according to a

Schools wrong to help kids quit smoking, says doctor

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Schools should not be giving children medication to help them stop smoking without

Children get less money when at school, says research

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

According to the Personal Finance Education Group (pfeg), children will have far less

Ed Balls wants 'classroom contracts'

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Parents could be asked to sign a contract that would guarantee they support their

Teachers agree with exam report findings

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The National Union of Teachers (NUT) has agreed with a report into last year's

Schools could choose virtual learning during flu attack

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Should the swine flu virus force schools to close they could choose to set up virtual

'Contracts will divide parents and schools'

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Plans by the government to introduce parents' contracts will divide parents and

More academies, says study

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A study that investigated limitations to success has recommended there be more

Islamic group rejects need for school sex education classes

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A London-based group has said it does not want Muslim children taught sex education

Council says more schools may merge

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Northamptonshire council has said more of its schools may have to merge.

A

Govt moves to tackle truancy

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As part of the government's further funding of the Youth Crime Action Plan (YCAP), a

DCSF rubbishes Politeia study

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) has rejected the latest

'Teachers should be able to teach all abilities'

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As part of a review into the qualifications of people teaching in UK , former chief

Schoolchildren could get jobs advice

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children aged as young as nine could be given job advice as part of a new government

Schoolchildren could get jobs advice

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Children aged as young as nine could be given job advice as part of a new government

New computer skills for people teaching in England

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new training programme to help people teaching in England improve their IT skills

City groups look to local schools for talent

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

High-flying executives from the City of London are reaching out to inner city schools

Experts advise ministers to close schools

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ministers have been advised to consider closing schools to help limit the spread of

Bolton headteacher welcomes £83 million

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Chris Roberts, headteacher at Bolton's Smithills School has said new funding will

Families' group says schools should decide sex education policy

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Family Education Trust has said the decision on how to teach sex education should

Schools could close if swine flu worsens

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Schools in England could be forced to close if the swine flu virus continues its

Council offers schoolchildren reward for using bins

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Braintree council has devised a scheme whereby children are rewarded for using litter

ASCL says balance of rights is needed

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:07:41 GMT

The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) has asked for a balance to be

Govt spends to increase classrooms

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:04:40 GMT

Reacting to concerns schools will be short of places, the government has announced it

Teachers in England will teach from mobile classrooms

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:20:44 GMT

Such is the demand for state-funded school places teachers in England will be giving

Recession is increasing demand for school places

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:18:21 GMT

The number of parents hoping to find their children places in state-funded schools

Canadian tutors finish teacher training in Scotland

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:39:09 GMT

Meaghan O'Handley and Emily MacKinnon from Canada have completed their final teacher

'School computers unable to stop all inappropriate content'

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:49:34 GMT

UK schools' computers are not capable of filtering out all harmful or inappropriate

Top executives are considering teaching in the UK

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:35:18 GMT

New research has revealed that some of the country's top executives are thinking

Independent schools need to provide more public benefit

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:32:58 GMT

The Charity Commission has said two of the five schools it has investigated are not

Computer tests will replace exams, says expert

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:25:11 GMT

Within ten to 15 years, computerised testing will replace traditional pen and paper

Schools need more male teachers

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:17:37 GMT

Schools in the UK would benefit from having more male teachers, says the Training and

Govt promises more money for primary schools

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:16:03 GMT

The government will help primary schools that are having difficulty offering

Second languages lead to jobs, say experts

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:08:31 GMT

By having just colloquial skills in a foreign language people are making themselves

Govt agrees pay rise

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The government has confirmed people teaching in England will receive guaranteed pay

Maths A-level is weak, say academics

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new A-level set to be introduced to the UK curriculum has been criticised by

Teachers distracted by league tables

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 16:24:04 GMT

According to a poll by independent schools, university lecturers say school teachers

More 'all-through' academies planned

Wed, 8 Jul 2009 16:25:19 GMT

As of September, the number of academies which educate children from age three to age

Milliband: Education sector is thriving thanks to investment

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 18:33:46 GMT

David Milliband MP has praised the government's efforts to improve education and

British Council launches Connecting Classrooms Programme

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 17:16:38 GMT

The British Council has brought together teachers from Uganda and Sheffield as part

Teacher defends book she wrote about students

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 17:12:18 GMT

A West Yorkshire school teacher has stood by the book she wrote about her students

Chancellor: Public sector pay must reflect wider conditions

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 17:24:36 GMT

Alistair Darling has noted that public sector pay is not immune from economic

Unions warn Sats could fail test

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 17:23:02 GMT

Unions have said this year's Sats results could be inaccurate and leave students with

UK schools to welcome Nasa stars

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 12:16:11 GMT

Schools across the UK are to host astronauts from a recent Nasa space

Teachers' code gets rewrite

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new code of conduct for teachers aimed at helping them to counter discrimination in

Ed Balls wants parents' applications investigated

Sat, 4 Jul 2009 08:58:55 GMT

Schools secretary Ed Balls has said he wants a review to reveal the true extent of

Deputy head says late diagnosis hinders autistic pupils

Sat, 4 Jul 2009 08:56:42 GMT

Pupils with autism are often disadvantaged as it takes so long for them to be

Council drops case against school mum

Fri, 3 Jul 2009 15:52:45 GMT

Harrow council has dropped the case it brought against a mother, who it claimed had

Private tutoring is damaging to children'

Thu, 2 Jul 2009 16:15:08 GMT

Tutoring children in private and out-of-school hours could be damaging, it has been

Surrey infant school brings together its learning

Thu, 2 Jul 2009 16:10:24 GMT

Pupils at Horley Infant School in Surrey enjoy six-weekly events as they move between

Unions join forces to create a stronger voice

Thu, 2 Jul 2009 16:04:46 GMT

The National Union of Teachers (NUT) and the University and College Union (UCU) have

Olympians to help launch sports week

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 15:22:31 GMT

British Olympic champions will be visiting schools all over the country as part of

Union gives govt proposals mixed reception

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 13:02:06 GMT

The Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL) has given the government's new

Government says test the teachers

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 12:58:47 GMT

The government's white paper setting out its new approach to teaching contains

Top students are avoiding languages

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The brightest pupils are less likely to be taking languages at GCSE, an exam board

Schools need to improve efficiency, says report

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:35:17 GMT

A new report from the Audit Commission will tell schools to take more care with their

Six Scots schools receive green awards

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:32:40 GMT

Six schools in Scotland have been awarded prizes for their efforts as part of

Cheap holidays are affecting attendance, say Merseyside education bosses

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:29:00 GMT

Education chiefs on Merseyside have blamed discount holiday brakes for the region's

Teachers encouraged to take masters course

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:26:39 GMT

The government is encouraging people teaching in the UK to go back to school and

'Recession held back dyslexia initiative'

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:40:36 GMT

Initiatives to improve the teaching of dyslexic students had to be delayed because of

Parents could face court over unruly children, warns minister

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:10:35 GMT

Schools secretary Ed Balls has said parents of children who play up in school could

Govt plans to scrap numeracy and literacy targets

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:08:51 GMT

The government is set to do away with national numeracy and literacy

Exclusions 'can be avoided'

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:19:18 GMT

Individuals teaching in the UK should employ specialist techniques before opting to

Art 'embedded within Southampton school's teaching'

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 18:17:34 GMT

The Arts Council England has granted a Southampton school a reputable award,

Ilford teacher wins award for innovative use of technology

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:35:36 GMT

A teacher from Gearies Infants School in Gants Hill, Ilford has won the Becta Award

Schools' digital animations shown throughout the north-west

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:51:23 GMT

A creative animations project involving schools from across Cheshire and the

Teacher exchange highlights difference in interaction

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:04:16 GMT

Teachers from across England have visited schools in Nigeria in order to learn more

Court rules students can rate teachers online

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:14:47 GMT

A court in Germany has ruled pupils can rate their teachers online as long as they do

Union calls on government to confirm pay awards

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:52:00 GMT

The National Union of Teachers (NUT) has asked the government to publish a review

Weaker schools could be merged into federations

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 17:20:36 GMT

Schools that are not performing well could be merged with others to form federations,

Good food helps pupils' results

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 17:17:25 GMT

By eating healthy food children can help themselves achieve better examination

Swindon schools take on the bullies

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 17:09:08 GMT

Schools in Swindon are making a concerted effort to deal with their

IT teaching 'essential' for 11.6m

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:15:27 GMT

A new report has called for the government to support the 11.6 million people who

Extreme health and safety regulations 'restricting teaching and learning'

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:08:47 GMT

Health and safety regulations are restricting teaching in the UK, the results of a

Labour wants schools to get report cards

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:26:15 GMT

The Labour Party is set to propose a new system of evaluating schools' performances

'Teachers need more help with dyslexic pupils'

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:20:59 GMT

Teachers should be given more help in learning how to identify dyslexic pupils, a

Pizza and play will help pupils after school, says government

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:17:24 GMT

By giving children pizza-making sessions and the chance to play in a rock band the

Girls still better at English, finds Ofsted

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted) has revealed that girls still

Sir Alan Sugar to search for primary school 'apprentice'

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:34:36 GMT

Entrepreneur Sir Alan Sugar is to turn his attention to primary schools in the search

Council advises teachers about Facebook use

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:26:45 GMT

Kent county council has cautioned its teachers about them using the popular social

New guidance changes English rule

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Schools will receive new guidance on one of the most applied rules of the English

London headteacher awarded knighthood for turning school around

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Headteacher Paul Grant has been awarded a knighthood for reversing the fortunes of

Parents struggling to get primary school places

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:19:16 GMT

Parents in the UK are finding it hard to get their children into the primary school

Govt announces £200m for children's and family's services

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:16:30 GMT

The government has announced it is to provide £200 million to help bring

Schools need to review medical policies, warn unions

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:48:57 GMT

Schools in the UK need to review their medical procedures and train teaching

Minister 'optimistic' schools will return good GCSE grades

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Schools secretary Ed Balls has said he is optimistic there will be good GCSE grades

Primary school teacher training positions hit record levels in Exeter

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Record numbers of people are studying teacher training at the University of Exeter,

Edinburgh calls for class size loophole to be closed

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

There have been calls in Scotland to close a legal loophole that allows authorities

Balls reveals 'September guarantee' teaching fund

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A teaching fund worth some £655 million over the next two years has been

Abertay University gets pupils to test healthy foods

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:06:30 GMT

A Scottish university has been using children to help evaluate new healthy options

Conservatives drop Sats

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Conservative Party has said it will do away with the current standard attainment

Liverpool offers free teaching MA

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 19:20:44 GMT

Graduates applying for teaching positions in Merseyside can study an MA for free,

Experts claim English has 1m words

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Global Language Monitor has claimed it has recorded the millionth English

Head teachers will be given greater responsibility

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 16:46:32 GMT

Under new plans outlined today, head teachers will be given additional

Govt announces new child protection guidelines

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:05:13 GMT

The government has announced new guidelines for teachers, social workers, police and

Hong Kong moves to close all its primary schools

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Hong Kong has closed all its nursery and primary schools after 12 pupils at one

Scotland set to replace its exams

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Scottish government is about to release details of a new examination to replace

Governor Schwarzenegger wants to terminate schoolbooks

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 16:39:19 GMT

California's governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has said he wants to replace schoolbooks

Pupils' performance held back by worry of failure

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:33:07 GMT

Students are often worried that they will fail, and this is affecting their

Teachers should not turn pupils into clients, warns report

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 14:44:44 GMT

A new report has warned teachers and their teaching assistants of the dangers of

Blair launches school faith scheme

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 14:42:35 GMT

Former prime minister Tony Blair has launched his new Face to Faith initiative, which

Grimsby and Cleethorpes schools get tidying

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 10:32:25 GMT

Children from Grimsby and Cleethorpes schools have been busying themselves tidying

Teachers to be offered ?10,000 bounty

Mon, 8 Jun 2009 16:07:52 GMT

Teachers will be offered a £10,000 bonus if they agree to work in certain

Less teachers finding full-time jobs, says union

Mon, 8 Jun 2009 14:05:41 GMT

There are less teachers finding full-time positions according to the General Teaching

Teachers' evaluation could put Sats back

Mon, 8 Jun 2009 10:33:25 GMT

The evaluation of markers of the Sats tests could delay the marking process, it has

Middlesbrough primary schools get ?50m

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 15:55:47 GMT

Primary schools in Middlesbrough are about to benefit from £50 million of

'Academy and comprehensive pupils achieve the same GCSE passes'

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 11:05:28 GMT

The London School of Economics (LSE) has said that academy schools and comprehensive

?23 billion earmarked for teacher retention

Thu, 4 Jun 2009 15:15:43 GMT

Government funding may help those looking for UK teaching jobs, it has

Exam results boosted by extra-curricular activities

Thu, 4 Jun 2009 11:52:50 GMT

Pupils' exam performance increases in line with the number of extra-curricular

Mature teachers are "valuable"

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Mature trainee teachers have been encouraged to consider the great worth previous

School offers "brighter futures"

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 16:06:21 GMT

A Tyne and Wear school is celebrating after it received a glowing report from Ofsted,

Core science provides "good foundation"

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 11:17:25 GMT

The government has defended its core science GCSE following criticism of the

Primary children show other schools their literacy scheme

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 13:07:35 GMT

Children from Kildrum Primary in North Lanarkshire visited Kincaidston Primary in

Social media to join curriculum

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 17:37:07 GMT

Social media is set to appear on the curriculum for GCSE pupils in the future, it has

Culture of change in schools called for

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 15:48:46 GMT

Independent schools and their teachers need to tackle the feelings of isolation

'Children need to learn how to learn'

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 14:20:57 GMT

Children would be best served by understanding skills that helped them learn, rather

US Teaching Peace Corps attracts 42% more graduates

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 14:18:20 GMT

The teaching version of the US Peace Corps has attracted 42 per cent more graduates

Testers say Sats will be fine

Mon, 1 Jun 2009 08:18:20 GMT

The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) has said everything is in order

Govt wants new vision for science

Fri, 29 May 2009 14:04:11 GMT

The government is hoping its latest initiative will help break down the traditional

Poor areas struggle to get kids to university, claim Tories

Fri, 29 May 2009 14:02:02 GMT

In less affluent areas children are half as likely to go on from school into

Olympic stars help pupils looking for sporting fun

Thu, 28 May 2009 16:10:11 GMT

Three of Britain's recent crops of Olympic gold medalists have advised children how

Kent school gets to take its learning outside

Thu, 28 May 2009 14:13:00 GMT

Meadows School in Southborough is now able to teach its students outside of the

Gender perception affects girl's performance says OECD

Wed, 27 May 2009 10:48:58 GMT

New research by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has

Pupils told: Bring your wheels to school

Wed, 27 May 2009 01:30:00 GMT

Pupils at St Mary's Primary School were told they could bring their wheels to school

Study: Teachers are the most moderate drinkers

Tue, 26 May 2009 18:03:32 GMT

Teachers have been shown to be the most responsible of professionals when it comes to

Scottish teachers want to keep down class sizes

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:12:00 GMT

Teachers in Scotland are determined to keep class sizes to a manageable level and are

'Exams for all', claims body

Tue, 26 May 2009 11:21:58 GMT

Exams should be geared towards pupils of all abilities, the Good Schools Guide (GSG)

Councillors meet to discuss future of schools

Fri, 22 May 2009 16:30:00 GMT

Local councillors Kirklees will meet next month to discuss the future of several

Pensioners help with history lesson

Fri, 22 May 2009 13:47:32 GMT

A group of pensioners enthralled a group of school children with tales from the

Head to bow out on a high

Fri, 22 May 2009 11:20:20 GMT

A headteacher who has been at the same primary school for over 20 years is set to

Super student team ready to boost Sheffield teachers

Thu, 21 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

A new team of so-called super students has been established in Sheffield to help

Funding announced for training nursery teachers in Scotland

Thu, 21 May 2009 11:20:36 GMT

The Scottish government has announced a major funding injection for a pilot project

Surf teaching receives thumbs-up from students

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:30:00 GMT

Pupils in the south-west region have been enjoying unusual surf tuition as an

Bristol teachers nominated for regional award

Wed, 20 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Teachers from the city of Bristol have been nominated for major prizes at the

IB take-up rises

Wed, 20 May 2009 11:27:14 GMT

Physics is 'more relevant than most people think'

Tue, 19 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT

A leading expert has claimed that the subject of physics is more relevant to daily

Computers can have a 'positive role in children's playtime'

Tue, 19 May 2009 15:06:57 GMT

Computers can fulfil a positive role in children's playtime, but they must be used in

Plymouth teachers nominated for major awards

Tue, 19 May 2009 12:07:22 GMT

A group of nine teachers working in the Plymouth area have been nominated for the

Lambeth college's ?20m expansion offers the "wow factor"

Mon, 18 May 2009 15:30:00 GMT

Students attending Lambeth College joined staff and dignitaries for a special early

Clip-on ties 'increasingly favoured by schools'

Mon, 18 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

More schools are favouring clip-on ties rather than traditional knotted versions due

Headteachers appointed as 'national leaders'

Mon, 18 May 2009 11:46:26 GMT

Headteachers Elaine Watson and Debra Knowles are to be appointed as national leaders

New primary school given opening date

Fri, 15 May 2009 16:30:00 GMT

A new primary school in Torbay, Devonshire, will open at the start of next

Specialist technology school receives recognition

Fri, 15 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

A Cornwall school specialising in new technology has been recognised for its good

Kids to be drilled in military cooking

Fri, 15 May 2009 11:15:38 GMT

Pupils in two Liverpool schools well enjoy a taste of military life when they are

Headteacher recognised for transforming school

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:30:00 GMT

A Leicestershire headteacher has been nominated for an award due to successfully

Nottingham school chases TES award

Thu, 14 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

A school in Nottingham has been nominated for a prestigious Times Educational

Schools battle to win prize visit to Microsoft

Thu, 14 May 2009 11:27:01 GMT

Children at seven schools in Cheshire have been taking part in a contest to design a

Design standard announced for Building Schools for the Future

Wed, 13 May 2009 16:30:00 GMT

Schools minister Jim Knight has launched a new Minimum Design Standard to encourage

Teachers knot giving up in charity laces plan

Wed, 13 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Luminous lime shoelaces are being used by a pair of teachers from Kent in a bid to

MP backs technology competition for schools

Wed, 13 May 2009 11:33:33 GMT

Primary schools have been encouraged to enter a national technology competition by a

Schools are improving, says minister

Tue, 12 May 2009 16:30:00 GMT

A government minister has said there has been an improvement in the quality of

New course aims to bring graduates into teaching jobs

Tue, 12 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

A new course intends to bring high quality graduates into teaching jobs in

Headteacher praised for changing school fortunes

Tue, 12 May 2009 11:26:58 GMT

Ofsted has praised a headteacher for transforming a struggling primary school in St

Headteacher given school saving mission

Mon, 11 May 2009 16:30:00 GMT

A headteacher from Staffordshire has been handed the task of revitalising some of the

Union rep hits out at academies

Mon, 11 May 2009 13:15:00 GMT

A representative of the National Union of Teachers (NUT) has hit out at the practice

Pass marks for Plymouth schools

Mon, 11 May 2009 11:29:59 GMT

Several schools in Plymouth have been praised as been top locations for young

Union claims members concerned about curriculum change

Fri, 8 May 2009 17:00:00 GMT

Nearly half of teachers in Scotland do not feel comfortable about the new Curriculum

Ofsted praise for Grimsby school

Fri, 8 May 2009 13:30:00 GMT

A Grimsby headteacher has been praised by Ofsted for getting her school "back on

Bodies propose alternative to Sats

Fri, 8 May 2009 11:32:09 GMT

Two professional teaching bodies have proposed an alternative solution to making

Recruiting primary teachers taking too long, says report

Thu, 7 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT

A parliamentary committee has claimed that the Department for Children, Schools and

Teaching union criticises education plans

Thu, 7 May 2009 13:10:00 GMT

Gordon Brown's plans for teaching in the UK have been criticised by Voice the

Former teaching chairman welcomes decision to boycott Sats

Thu, 7 May 2009 11:48:50 GMT

A former chairman of the National Primary Headteachers' Association (NPH) has

Shake your speare at this

Wed, 6 May 2009 14:20:21 GMT

Pupils at Honley High School in Huddersfield are taking part in a new project which

Blower becomes NUT general secretary

Wed, 6 May 2009 13:40:26 GMT

Christine Blower has been elected as the general secretary of the National Union of

Government to take on strategic role in schools, says PM

Wed, 6 May 2009 11:42:05 GMT

Prime minister Gordon Brown has said that the government must take on a more

Derby teachers to cycle to Paris for charity

Tue, 5 May 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Big-hearted teachers from a Derby school are to cycle to Paris to raise money for an

Kingswood leadership praised by Ofsted

Tue, 5 May 2009 12:59:42 GMT

The headteacher of a school in Bristol has been praised for his leadership and work

Hull teachers to take harder line on sick note culture

Tue, 5 May 2009 11:28:26 GMT

Teachers at Hull schools are to crack down on the sick note culture which is damaging

Schools urged to follow good practice in art teaching

Fri, 1 May 2009 16:24:48 GMT

More schools need to follow the example of those highlighted by Ofsted as exhibiting

School staff don dancing shoes for charity event

Fri, 1 May 2009 14:22:59 GMT

A brave group of teachers at a school in the north-east of England are taking to the

Teachers urged to take advantage of childcare savings

Fri, 1 May 2009 11:07:01 GMT

Teaching staff in the UK have been urged to take advantage of the availability of tax

Career-changers urged to consider teaching profession

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:37:18 GMT

The teaching profession offers a chance for career-changers to gain more satisfaction

TimePlan helps place Canadian Gaelic-medium teachers in Scotland

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 11:37:01 GMT

Canadians are helping to meet a vital need for Gaelic-medium teachers in Scotland, it

Primary academies could give staff 'more freedom for teaching'

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:47:25 GMT

Proposals to create academies in the primary sector could be successful as long as

President Obama names National Teacher of the Year

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:47:03 GMT

US president Barack Obama has named 2009's National Teacher of the Year at a White

Teaching 'top destination' for university leavers

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:13:02 GMT

Teaching is the top destination for university leavers for the first time in recent

Teaching 'proving popular' with high-flying graduates

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:03:27 GMT

Some of the country's top graduates are considering turning to teaching as the

Effective art teaching can equip pupils with 'highly valued' skills

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:06:29 GMT

Effective teaching in art, craft and design lessons can equip pupils with a range of

Primary teachers in England called upon to boost speaking skills

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:08:07 GMT

A government adviser is calling for primary teachers in England to provide their

New appointment for US department of education

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:02:24 GMT

New appointments for the US department of education have been announced by secretary

New additional needs guidance for teachers in Scotland

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 11:07:33 GMT

Teachers in Scotland are being provided with information to help them provide support

Sinnott teaching fellows set to help community with government funds

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:09:54 GMT

Teachers from across the country are to have the chance to spend time working with

Teacher recruitment day to be held in Essex

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:52:43 GMT

A growth in enquiries about teaching careers has resulted in the setting up of a

Tasteless task for Thamesmead teachers

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:09:20 GMT

Teachers at a Shepperton school proved sporting participants when pupils designed a

US children and parents encouraged to thank teaching staff

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:07:01 GMT

Children and parents in the US have been encouraged to thank their teaching

Teachers require mental health training, says union

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 11:03:21 GMT

A Welsh teaching union is to call for teachers in the country to be provided with

Change art lesson style to inspire boys, says watchdog

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:03:07 GMT

Boys are being put off from pursuing art, craft and design exams because of the style

Bingo fun available for teachers in England

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:11:46 GMT

Teachers in England could soon have their eyes down looking for two fat ladies, after

Primary pupils adopt novel approach to headteacher recruitment

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:44:05 GMT

Headteacher recruitment has been given a novel twist by pupils at a primary school in

New theatre advice available for teachers in England

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:02:30 GMT

A new online resource is to be launched for teachers in England, it has

Teachers cautioned against 'spoon feeding' pupils

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:29:06 GMT

Teachers should be "willing to accept" that they do not have to "spoon

CPD scheme welcomed in Exeter

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:07:03 GMT

Teachers in England have welcomed the opportunity to further their skills as part of

Scottish teacher recognised for contribution to dyslexia education

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A teacher in Scotland could retire on a high this summer as she is up for a national

TDA welcomes new behaviour measures

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:23:46 GMT

New measures to tackle problematic behaviour outlined by Sir Alan Steer have been

New research could provide teaching advice for FASD pupils

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:07:38 GMT

Teachers in England could soon be issued with new specialist advice, if plans to

Staff learn new teaching methods during China visit

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:12:23 GMT

A group of teachers from Harpenden have embraced innovative teaching methods after

Celebrity hairdresser thanks former teacher for success

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:21:20 GMT

It was an art teacher while at school in York that first inspired celebrity

Teachers 'central' to BSF success

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:09:33 GMT

Teachers will be central to the success of the Building Schools for the Future (BSF)

Teachers to represent Coatbridge in Malawi

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:09:07 GMT

Senior teachers at schools in Coatbridge in Lanarkshire are to be among a group of

Online weather education resource launched for teachers

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:36:32 GMT

Teachers in the UK have contributed to the creation of a brand new online resource

Teachers in Scotland issued with new autism advice

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:14:52 GMT

Teachers in Scotland are set to receive new guidance about providing education to

Teacher role 'central' to boosting pupils' achievement

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:11:04 GMT

The role of teachers is central in boosting performance and life chances for young

Education of homeless US students to benefit from funding

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 16:40:47 GMT

New funds have been released to help support educational and related needs of

Ambitious teacher hopes to race to marathon finishing line

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:04:22 GMT

A teacher from Whitley Bay will next weekend be participating in the London Marathon,

Teachers advised about best practice autism education

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:10:22 GMT

Teachers in England are being offered advice about dealing with autistic pupils at a

ICT 'must not detract' from core teaching responsibilities

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:31:44 GMT

Teaching staff must ensure that they only use ICT in lessons where appropriate, it

Teaching 'jeopardised' by television soundbites

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:38:32 GMT

"Soundbite" television is detrimentally affecting pupils' focus while at

Teacher training institution granted new funding

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:01:49 GMT

A UK university has been granted funding to allow more people to train as teachers in

Teachers call for reduced class size policy

Thu, 9 Apr 2009 15:14:09 GMT

Making class sizes smaller would serve to improve behaviour and attainment, the

Teachers speak out against primary homework

Thu, 9 Apr 2009 13:06:33 GMT

Children at primary schools should not be set homework, people in teaching jobs have

Teachers in support of Ofsted inspections, survey suggests

Thu, 9 Apr 2009 11:12:10 GMT

An overwhelming majority of teachers are in support of inspections carried out by the

National Strategies contract extended by government

Wed, 8 Apr 2009 16:03:50 GMT

Continual professional development for teaching staff has been given a boost

National standards consultation announced in NZ

Wed, 8 Apr 2009 12:44:55 GMT

The New Zealand government is due to launch an extensive programme on public

Teachers must be good 'people people'

Wed, 8 Apr 2009 11:08:28 GMT

The most important thing in the recruitment of teaching staff is that they have the

National testing is stopping children enjoying school, say teachers

Tue, 7 Apr 2009 16:28:20 GMT

Children in primary schools should be allowed to learn more through play and be

Teachers urged to become familiar with guidance on homophobic bullying

Tue, 7 Apr 2009 14:40:20 GMT

Teachers should ensure that they are aware of guidance regarding combating homophobic

Teachers in Scotland urged to support pupils living in care

Tue, 7 Apr 2009 11:06:38 GMT

Teachers in Scotland have been urged to ensure that they are aware of which of their

North-east teacher recognised with prestigious fellowship

Mon, 6 Apr 2009 16:33:01 GMT

A teacher in the north-east of England has been awarded prestigious community

Minority beliefs set to feature in new religious studies syllabus

Mon, 6 Apr 2009 14:22:14 GMT

Teachers in secondary schools in England could soon be equipping pupils with

Teachers 'should help tackle' childhood weight issues

Mon, 6 Apr 2009 11:06:22 GMT

Teachers should be among those playing a part in combating the growing problem of

US announces new education investment

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 16:43:43 GMT

The US government is investing $44 billion ($30 billion) into education to help

England 'proving popular' for Northern Irish NQTs

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 15:06:25 GMT

A shortage of teaching positions in Northern Ireland is leading to many

Teachers in Scotland to receive new curriculum guidance

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 11:13:02 GMT

New guidance for teachers in Scotland has been launched by the Scottish

IT skills 'no use without three Rs'

Thu, 2 Apr 2009 18:07:33 GMT

Employers might value IT skills but they are no good in isolation, says Sue Fieldman,

Teachers 'should get more control of curriculum', MPs argue

Thu, 2 Apr 2009 18:03:44 GMT

Teachers should be given more control over the national curriculum, a cross-party

Top teachers help pupils learn 'four times faster'

Thu, 2 Apr 2009 18:01:07 GMT

Pupils taught by top teachers are able to learn up to four times faster than those

Teachers praised following publication of test results

Thu, 2 Apr 2009 11:52:59 GMT

The news that record numbers of primary school children achieved the expected level

Cheerleading helps PE 'engagement'

Thu, 2 Apr 2009 11:52:20 GMT

It may sound like an April Fool, but data released yesterday (Wednesday, April 1st)

Primary school curriculum change 'will be a good thing'

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 17:42:30 GMT

Following revelations over the extent to which the Department for Children, Schools

Surrey primary bucks the male teacher trend

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 10:34:44 GMT

Figures recently released under the Freedom of Information Act indicated that a

Teacher in Scotland wins European technology award

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 10:32:06 GMT

A teacher in Scotland has been awarded for his work using technology in

Action needed to combat affect of television on behaviour, say teachers

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 11:21:57 GMT

A teaching union is calling on television companies to "take more

Close shave for charitable teacher

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 16:50:09 GMT

A charitable teacher has sacrificed all her hair to raise money for a good

Teachers urged to become less cautious about school trip adventures

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:15:12 GMT

Explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes has urged teachers to allow their pupils to be more

Special needs pupils 'hindered' by sympathetic teachers

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:54:15 GMT

Teaching staff should be less sympathetic to pupils with learning difficulties or

Teachers 'understand benefits' of school trips

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:35:49 GMT

The vast majority of teachers believe that learning out of school is beneficial for

Award highlights important role played by primary teachers

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:09:38 GMT

The important role that primary teachers play in helping to develop their pupils is

More BME teachers required in England's schools

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:23:03 GMT

There is currently a shortage of teachers from black and minority ethnic (BME)

Lincolnshire teacher to share experiences in Kuwait

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:06:50 GMT

A Middle Eastern emirate will play host to a Lincolnshire teacher next week for a

Cumbria 'bucks the trend' for male primary teachers

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:31:13 GMT

Having an abundance of male teachers has impacted positively on pupils in Cumbria, it

PSHE lessons 'should include' first aid training

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:48:09 GMT

Teachers should be educating their pupils about first aid as part of PSHE lessons, it

New teaching master's to be delivered in south-west

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 16:24:32 GMT

The new MA in teaching and learning is to be pioneered in the south-west of England,

Teachers 'should help tackle' serious depression in pupils

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:19:14 GMT

Teachers should be at the front line of stopping depressed children reaching

Independent school teachers 'on loan' to nearby state school

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:10:35 GMT

Teaching staff from the science department at a private school in Scotland are to

Teaching profession "one of the most rewarding on Earth"

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:54:37 GMT

The importance of having male teachers in primary school classrooms has been

Men 'should embrace' primary teaching opportunities

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:24:10 GMT

Primary schools need more men in teaching roles, according to new figures accessed

New chartered teachers body launched in Scotland

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 11:08:03 GMT

A new professional body representing the interests of chartered teachers in Scotland

Teachers appeal to businesses to keep alive African dream

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:34:12 GMT

Two teachers in Hartlepool have turned to asking local businesses for financial

?4m cash injection to create 100 teaching jobs in Scotland

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:32:01 GMT

Around 100 new teaching jobs are set to be created in Scotland after the announcement

Young entrepreneurs boosted by new scheme

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 13:25:29 GMT

Schoolchildren looking to one day run their own businesses have been offered the

Expert urges teachers to learn more about "global playground"

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:52:42 GMT

Teachers and parents should learn more about the digital "global

Former NZ minister finds her perfect partner in TimePlan

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:04:02 GMT

A former New Zealand minister has welcomed the news that education recruitment firm

Teacher gets "culture shock" during trip to India

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A year five teacher has returned from an expedition to India to tell his pupils about

Red Nose Day stardom for Watford teachers

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:41:12 GMT

A group of teachers have done their bit for charity by dancing their way to national

SEN teachers to be equipped with new sex education resource

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:40:32 GMT

A new resource could be distributed to special needs teachers across the country

Teacher takes up Apprentice challenge

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:23:22 GMT

A Rochdale science teacher has become one of the latest candidates to compete to work

Teachers in England learn lessons in Qatar

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:27:02 GMT

A group of teachers from Widnes and Runcorn have spoken about the lessons learnt

School first aid training receives teacher backing

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:26:34 GMT

All teachers surveyed in a recent poll stated that they believe the opportunity to

TimePlan launches school leadership recruitment division

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 13:49:05 GMT

Leading teacher recruitment firm TimePlan has launched a brand new division to

Teaching staff hit the ground running

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 11:31:30 GMT

A teacher and a teaching assistant from Salisbury will be among those taking part in

Concerns expressed about teachers' apprenticeship doubts

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:16:09 GMT

Teachers must be provided with more information about apprenticeships if a government

Bright graduates 'increasingly' opting for teaching profession

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:20:52 GMT

Both graduates and career changers are becoming increasingly interested in a career

Teacher development programme commended in report

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 16:04:58 GMT

The Teacher Learning Academy (TLA) has had a positive response in a new independent

Actor recalls humour of favourite teacher

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:22:03 GMT

A teacher with a "brilliant sense of humour" helped inspire actor Paterson

Secondary teachers to be provided with new guidance

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 11:17:12 GMT

Secondary school teachers will soon be receiving new guidance to help them implement

Teachers urged to encourage cycling to school

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 16:01:39 GMT

Teachers have taken part in an initiative that aims to encourage more people to cycle

Montessori teaching 'proving more popular'

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:23:19 GMT

The recession has led to a growing number of people training to become Montessori

Teachers targeted in Oxford's campaign to broaden intake

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 11:07:20 GMT

Teachers around the UK are being targeted by Oxford University in its bid to broaden

Homophobic bullying requires more of a focus in schools, says charity

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:17:57 GMT

Teachers require more training to help tackle the growing problem of homophobic

Brazilian lesson for Nottingham teachers

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:17:29 GMT

A group of teachers are set to learn about different teaching styles during a trip to

Concerns raised about headteacher shortages in Hampshire

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 09:57:25 GMT

Hampshire could soon face a shortage of school leaders, according to a new report

Teachers in England advised about how to deal with creationism debate

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 16:28:39 GMT

A new advice pack about addressing the issue of creationism has been issued to some

Obama to outline education plans

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 13:31:32 GMT

Barack Obama is set to unveil his plans to improve the US education system in a

Professionals to be targeted in new teacher recruitment initiative

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:48:59 GMT

The government is due to launch a new initiative to attract more people into the

Early years teaching is "very rewarding"

Mon, 9 Mar 2009 17:00:41 GMT

Early years teaching is a "very rewarding career" that more men should

Lib Dems outline new teacher policies

Mon, 9 Mar 2009 12:25:21 GMT

Teacher training should include more learning overseen in the classroom by

Teaching recruitment event proves a success

Mon, 9 Mar 2009 09:58:09 GMT

Interest in the teaching profession is soaring as the economy continues to take a

High school teachers selected to help promising students

Fri, 6 Mar 2009 16:54:46 GMT

High school teachers from across the US have been selected to develop independent

Teaching assistant scheme proves a success in north-west

Fri, 6 Mar 2009 14:58:59 GMT

The recruitment of teaching assistants to focus on improving reading and writing

Teachers advised about support of army children

Fri, 6 Mar 2009 11:12:27 GMT

School staff who teach children whose parents are to be deployed to Afghanistan are

SEN initiative set to be extended for more teachers

Thu, 5 Mar 2009 16:56:05 GMT

More teachers in the UK are set to benefit from a pioneering initiative for special

Teachers offered science experiment advice at exhibition

Thu, 5 Mar 2009 16:54:23 GMT

An exhibition in Birmingham later this month is set to offer teachers in England tips

Norwich teacher set to take squash event by storm

Thu, 5 Mar 2009 11:17:47 GMT

A teacher at a Norwich secondary school is on course to prove that he is one of the

More vacancies is a 'key reason' behind growing teacher applications

Wed, 4 Mar 2009 16:34:59 GMT

A growing number of vacancies in the teaching sector is one of the key reasons why

Songwriting success for talented teachers

Wed, 4 Mar 2009 15:10:17 GMT

A pair of teachers in Wales have bagged first place in a televised songwriting

Advice booklets issued to England's maths teachers

Wed, 4 Mar 2009 11:07:53 GMT

Teachers in England are due to receive a new booklet with recommendations for maths

Teacher takes up unique pentathlon challenge

Tue, 3 Mar 2009 16:40:58 GMT

A Surrey-based teacher has volunteered to take part in a unique sport

"Always a need" for science and maths teachers

Tue, 3 Mar 2009 15:47:49 GMT

The continuing requirement for science and maths teachers across the country has been

BME teachers 'in demand' in Bristol

Tue, 3 Mar 2009 11:09:06 GMT

Teachers from black and minority ethnic (BME) backgrounds are in demand in the area

Slipper-y charity event held by Scarborough teachers

Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:49:30 GMT

The staffroom was more relaxed at a Scarborough primary school recently, as teaching

Prospective teachers flock to event in London

Mon, 2 Mar 2009 15:04:20 GMT

There was a 50 per cent increase in the number of people expressing interest in

Teachers 'help bring down' truancy levels

Mon, 2 Mar 2009 09:42:50 GMT

Teachers have been praised for their part in bringing down truancy rates in

Marathon challenge for charity-minded teacher

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:32:48 GMT

A geography teacher is to run the London Marathon in memory of his

Career changers regard teaching as a 'stable career'

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:31:59 GMT

Teaching is regarded as a more stable career than other professions, leading to a

Primary school teacher uses philosophy knowledge to write a book

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:29:57 GMT

A primary school teacher has used her passion for philosophy to write a children's

Teachers in England express confidence in qualifications

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 16:59:31 GMT

A large majority of teachers in England have expressed confidence in the country's

Ofsted calls on teachers to consider citizenship training

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:01:05 GMT

Taking part in citizenship courses allows teachers to boost their professional

Benefits of teaching outlined by TDA official

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 11:09:11 GMT

The benefits of entering a teaching career have been outlined by a Training and

Primary language teaching wins praise

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 16:17:55 GMT

The teaching of languages in primary schools, which has recently escalated, has won

Brave pupil determined to honour teacher

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:38:12 GMT

A teacher has been nominated for an award for persuading doctors to recognise there

Teachers encouraged to help combat homophobic bullying

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 11:07:43 GMT

Teachers are being issued with a new resource pack to help them tackle the problem of

SA education council meeting held

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 16:32:22 GMT

The South African council of education ministers met yesterday to discuss a number of

Teachers take to the dance floor for pilot

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 16:22:49 GMT

Teachers in Brighton will have the chance to put on their dancing shoes as part of a

Teaching applications escalating, says recruitment body

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 11:04:10 GMT

A growing number of people in England are opting to enter the teaching profession, it

Bicycle adventure planned for charity-minded teacher

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:57:15 GMT

An adventurous Lanarkshire teacher is set to ride hundreds of miles in a bid to raise

Teaching staff invited to contribute to accountability debate

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:43:31 GMT

Teachers are to be surveyed on their views about accountability by the professional

ICT knowledge enhanced during teachers' Qatari trip

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:01:51 GMT

Teachers from a range of schools in Grimsby have been sent to a training course in

Artistic teachers show off their talents

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:14:33 GMT

Teachers at a school in Oxfordshire have been showing off their artistic talents as

Scottish teachers given chance to visit China

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:10:44 GMT

Teachers in Scotland will have the chance to learn some Mandarin on a trip to China,

Teachers run to raise funds for school

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Raising money for a special needs school was the order of the day for two Kent-based

Teachers urged to use technology to boost maths engagement

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Teachers can make use of technology to encourage pupils to take more interest in

Government 'plans to invest' in ICT teacher support

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:58:28 GMT

The Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) intends to invest in

Teacher has poetry published

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:05:16 GMT

A poetic teacher has been recognised for her talent by having her work

Aberdeen teaching staff gain mentor recognition

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:10:56 GMT

A number of members of teaching staff at an Aberdeen school have boosted their

"Virtual" teaching tool designed for chemistry lessons

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:38:05 GMT

A new teaching tool for chemistry lessons has been developed by university

Retirement benefits 'higher' for US teachers than private professionals

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 13:23:05 GMT

Teachers in the US who work at public schools gain more from employer contributions

Teachers 'become learners' for the day

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 11:16:53 GMT

A number of Cornwall teachers collaborated recently during a special day of

Food budget limit for charity-minded teachers

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:51:02 GMT

Teachers in the country of Lancashire are going to do their bit for charity by

Teacher applicants looking for 'recession proof' job

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:21:46 GMT

A growing number of people are applying for teacher training courses in a bid to

New teacher training places offered to fill Bedfordshire shortages

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 10:43:14 GMT

A record number of teacher training places are to be offered at the University of

Temporary teaching assistants boost language results

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 16:27:32 GMT

Secondary schools in Brighton are hiring international students as teaching

Teachers attend European school technology conference

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 11:02:46 GMT

Teachers from across Europe have attended an annual conference about the use of

Supply teachers express 'preference' for academies

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:36:28 GMT

Supply teachers favour working in academies over every other type of school, a new

Teachers urged to arrange more school trips

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:51:43 GMT

The government has encouraged teachers to take their pupils on more school

Music training day for Highland teachers

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:13:39 GMT

A special training day was held for primary school teachers in the Highlands

Schools urged to teach 'employability' skills

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:41:06 GMT

Teachers at schools and colleges should focus more on ensuring that their pupils have

Shropshire staff equipped with new outdoor teaching skills

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:38:03 GMT

Teaching staff in Shropshire have all qualified with a new set of skills set to

Teachers trusted by public, survey indicates

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:00:05 GMT

Teachers are the second most-trusted professionals in the country, a new survey has

Secretary Duncan makes first public school visit in office

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:27:34 GMT

The US' new secretary of education has made his first visit to a public high school

Teacher team to take part in Arctic challenge

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 12:34:48 GMT

A geography teacher is planning to do some of her own research outside of school, as

Internet safety information launched by Becta

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:05:35 GMT

New training material is to be issued to teachers at schools and colleges around the

Teacher celebrates winning a new car

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:56:00 GMT

A teacher is celebrating after winning a brand-new car at an event in

Essex schools look to recruit Australian teachers

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:41:43 GMT

Australian teachers are much sought after in the UK because of the similarity of

Benefits of male teachers touted in Liverpool

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:59:41 GMT

Having a male teacher "definitely" has an impact on the development of

Teachers and pupils hailed for environmental efforts

Mon, 9 Feb 2009 16:43:12 GMT

Teachers and pupils have been praised for managing to boost the energy efficiency of

Researchers call for more music teacher training

Mon, 9 Feb 2009 16:36:18 GMT

Music teachers in primary schools require more training, according to a new piece of

Nottingham calls for more male primary teachers

Mon, 9 Feb 2009 11:01:51 GMT

A male teacher has urged more men to consider a career in primary school

Teacher recruitment campaign launched in Wales

Fri, 6 Feb 2009 16:21:54 GMT

Wales is undergoing a teacher recruitment campaign for the early years, it has

Teachers 'strongly in support' of first aid training in school

Fri, 6 Feb 2009 15:10:25 GMT

More than 84 per cent of secondary school teachers across the UK strongly believe

Importance of teachers stressed by Conservatives

Fri, 6 Feb 2009 11:18:07 GMT

Teachers play a central role in improving standards among disadvantaged pupils, it

2009 plans laid out by Australian education department

Thu, 5 Feb 2009 16:51:36 GMT

The Australian Department of Education has laid out its plans for the sector for the

Johnson calls for more black teachers in schools

Thu, 5 Feb 2009 14:14:17 GMT

There is a need to encourage more black people to become involved in the teaching

Investment in new teaching assistant posts for cookery classes

Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:05:39 GMT

Hundreds of specialist teaching assistants are due to be recruited as part of a new

School leavers 'could become' teaching assistant apprentices

Wed, 4 Feb 2009 16:22:44 GMT

Schools could choose to hire school leavers as apprentice teaching assistants, the

Teachers urged to help support pupils' wellbeing

Wed, 4 Feb 2009 13:58:23 GMT

Teachers should ensure that they address the emotional health and wellbeing of their

Expert calls for more VLE training for teachers

Wed, 4 Feb 2009 11:15:12 GMT

More training needs to be provided for teachers to help them learn how to use virtual

First lady broaches topic of education

Tue, 3 Feb 2009 15:40:34 GMT

The US' new first lady has dedicated her first public speech since she moved into the

Government calls for teacher 'aspiration' support

Tue, 3 Feb 2009 15:38:11 GMT

The government has called on teachers to help support the aspirations of

Report calls for teacher pay increases

Tue, 3 Feb 2009 10:59:17 GMT

Teachers should be offered significant pay increases for working in deprived areas,

Top rating for Africa-bound primary school

Mon, 2 Feb 2009 16:23:47 GMT

A Nottinghamshire primary school has received a top rating from Ofsted, it has

New initiative to recruit maths teachers launched

Mon, 2 Feb 2009 14:33:48 GMT

A former television star has been chosen to front a new initiative to encourage more

More maths teachers needed 'to boost results'

Mon, 2 Feb 2009 11:05:39 GMT

England needs more maths teachers if it is to improve attainment among disadvantaged

Teachers call for more training to prepare for diplomas

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:52:22 GMT

Teachers in England have called for more training to help them prepare for the

Robot teachers will 'never' replace school staff

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:03:38 GMT

Teachers will never be replaced by technology, as it is school staff that really

Expert calls for teachers to fully exploit technology

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:03:08 GMT

Technology is not driving education "as quickly as everyone thinks", it has

More recess boosts pupils' attention span, says research

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:02:45 GMT

The opportunity for more recesses can boost the attention span of pupils, a new study

Skydiving teachers to raise money for Africa children

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:04:05 GMT

Four teachers are among a group of people who have agreed to take part in a

Teaching vacancies advertised in Suffolk

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 11:08:51 GMT

There are dozens of posts for teachers available throughout Suffolk, it has

Great walk for charity-minded teacher

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 12:00:00 GMT

A teaching assistant is to walk the Great Wall of China in a bid to raise money for

Teacher clowns around to beat marathon record

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:31:45 GMT

A teacher from Radley is celebrating after apparently breaking a world record, it has

Creative teachers fill niche in the market

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:14:48 GMT

The lack of books about children with disabilities prompted two teachers in Scotland

Male role models at school help pupils' "development"

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:03:42 GMT

Having a male teacher at school allows pupils to combat any negative views about men,

Cambridge to host free teacher conference

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:26:46 GMT

The University of Cambridge is to play host to a number of teachers at a special

Green-fingered teachers qualify with special skills

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 14:51:53 GMT

A group of ten teachers have qualified as Forest School leaders, equipping them with

Teaching offers a 'different kind of challenge'

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 11:10:24 GMT

A "different kind of challenge" is offered to those who pursue a career in

US teachers rewarded for engaging students in maths

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:43:33 GMT

More than 30 teachers from across the US have been rewarded for engaging students in

Expert calls for more teacher training

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:29:10 GMT

Teachers should be trained to identify problems such as self-harming and eating

Childcare jobs need to be on "more men's radar"

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:08:24 GMT

The importance of having "positive male role models" in nursery schools has

Teachers urged to harness benefits of technology

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:16:06 GMT

The benefits of technology should be harnessed by teachers, it has been

Comparisons drawn between Obama and Labour education policy

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:02:37 GMT

Comparisons between Labour's education policies for England in 1997 have been made

Advice book issued for trainee teachers

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:28:39 GMT

A new advice book for trainee teachers has been written by a former university

Men "vastly under-represented" in early years workforce

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:12:17 GMT

Men are "vastly under-represented" in nurseries, an expert has

Watchdog cautions music teachers to protect their hearing

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 13:30:00 GMT

Music teachers have been urged to take measures to protect their hearing during

Report calls for more support for BME teachers

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 11:11:57 GMT

Black and minority ethnic (BME) teachers need more support to take up leadership

Teaching praised for quality

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:11:24 GMT

The teachers at a St Peter's School in Lympstone, Devon have been commended in a new

More male nursery teachers required, survey suggests

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:07:08 GMT

More men are required to work in nurseries, according to the findings of a new

Teacher shows off cooking skills

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:32:42 GMT

A Glasgow-based teacher has cooked up a storm after appearing on Scottish television

England education jobs 'set to increase'

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:55:23 GMT

Education jobs in England are set to grow noticeably over the next ten years, new

Economic downturn 'doubles' teaching interest

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 11:01:44 GMT

Interest in teaching in England has almost doubled since the onset of the credit

NQTs "proud" of achievement

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:48:19 GMT

Newly-qualified teachers (NQTs) have spoken of their pride at having graduated from a

Teacher competes to get on international stage

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:47:38 GMT

A teacher could have the honour of representing his country if he impresses in a

Teachers praised in Scottish education review

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:11:56 GMT

School staff have won praise in a major new review about education in

English and maths teachers 'could be offered incentives'

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:26:39 GMT

Plans to provide incentives to recruit and retain teachers in English and maths in

Teachers congratulated for GCSE successes

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 15:11:43 GMT

Teachers have been praised by the government for boosting GCSE results in National

'Top quality' teaching recognised in St Ives

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 15:01:35 GMT

The quality of teaching in a school in St Ives has been praised by Ofsted

Teacher training for new home computer initiative

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 11:09:34 GMT

Teachers will gain support through a new training programme devised to equip them

Aussie exchange for UK teacher

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:34:22 GMT

A Derbyshire-based teacher is heading south for the winter as she goes to Australia

Guidance issued to SEN teachers

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:20:44 GMT

Teachers of pupils with special educational needs (SEN) will soon be able to benefit

US teachers issued with economic downturn advice

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:07:49 GMT

Teachers in the US have been issued with advice about how to deal with some of the

New teacher training concept piloted in Bath

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:27:26 GMT

A new concept in teacher training is being carried out at a Bath

Popularity of teacher training course 'soars'

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 12:13:47 GMT

The number of people applying to a training course for teachers in England has shot

Labour announces incentive for good teachers in challenging schools

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:30:44 GMT

'Golden handcuffs' are to be offered to some of the best teachers in England, if they

Mindjet joins teacher memory stick scheme

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:06:53 GMT

Teachers in the UK are set to benefit from an initiative providing them with free

Derby school's teaching results in "outstanding" Ofsted report

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:52:32 GMT

The teaching standards at a Derby secondary school have been highly praised in its

Importance of ICT training for teachers highlighted

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 10:45:54 GMT

It is important that the opportunity to get "fully trained" in ICT is given

Novel teacher attempts to inspire men to teach

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 16:18:16 GMT

A former teacher has written a novel to inspire men to considering taking up a career

Headteacher shortages grow in England and Wales

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 16:17:56 GMT

A growing number of headteacher vacancies are opening up across England and Wales, as

Trainee teacher embracing new "way of life"

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 11:06:04 GMT

A passion for history led a former car fitter to the classroom and he has not looked

Teachers praised highly in "outstanding" Ofsted report

Thu, 8 Jan 2009 16:09:47 GMT

Teachers at Claremont Preparatory and Nursery School have been celebrating an

Teacher 'conned' Doctor Who star into acting

Thu, 8 Jan 2009 13:25:09 GMT

The new star of the BBC's Doctor Who was first 'conned' into acting by his drama

Extra training for Scottish teachers announced

Thu, 8 Jan 2009 11:02:37 GMT

Additional training is to be provided to teachers across Scotland to help them

Adventurous teacher plans Alaskan trip

Wed, 7 Jan 2009 16:20:53 GMT

While snow has been falling in Scotland and the rest of the UK, the conditions are

UK's new immigration system 'successful'

Wed, 7 Jan 2009 16:19:28 GMT

The UK's new points-based immigration system has been proving a success, as growing

'Urgent need' for young teachers in Dundee

Wed, 7 Jan 2009 11:04:05 GMT

There is an urgent need for more teachers in Dundee schools, it has been

US teachers awarded in national competition

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 16:35:09 GMT

Teachers from across the US have won a national competition to give their classroom a

Teach First's popularity 'soaring'

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 15:25:09 GMT

A growing number of graduates are opting to enter a teaching career due to the

Prospective teachers in England given top tips

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 11:12:38 GMT

Top tips for those interested in becoming a teacher in England have been

Teacher hopes he is 'hot to trot'

Mon, 5 Jan 2009 16:24:18 GMT

The dream of a teacher could come true when he attempts to qualify to take part in a

"Crucial" teaching assistants win praise

Mon, 5 Jan 2009 14:26:55 GMT

Teaching assistants are "crucial" to the running of a school, it has been

Schools should teach 'risk literacy', says expert

Mon, 5 Jan 2009 11:08:22 GMT

Lessons should be given to pupils educating them regarding how to make choices about

English teachers among most "ICT ready" internationally

Fri, 2 Jan 2009 16:30:53 GMT

Teachers in England are working in some of the best-equipped schools in the world, it

Teachers call for end of loud school bells

Fri, 2 Jan 2009 14:35:17 GMT

Teachers in Scotland have called for the sounds of school bells to be toned down,

Teachers provided with physiotherapy sessions

Fri, 2 Jan 2009 11:14:13 GMT

Teachers in Keighley are getting extra-special treatment following their schools'

Bristol 'desperate' to fill headteacher posts

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:48:28 GMT

Bristol is desperate to recruit education staff to fill its headteacher vacancies, it

Queen honours teachers across the UK

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 11:08:14 GMT

Teachers from across the UK have been rewarded for their work in this year's New

Calls made for more male primary teachers

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:10:51 GMT

A local authority has called for men to consider primary school

Language teaching praised by expert

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 12:54:36 GMT

Language lessons in schools are becoming more 'flexible', it has been

City workers 'flocking' to teaching profession

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 11:02:56 GMT

A growing number of City workers are opting to become teachers as the economic crisis

Panto fun for Spalding teachers

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:10:14 GMT

Teachers at a Spalding school took the stage to entertain their pupils and raise

Mozambique trip success for Bristol teachers

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 11:15:58 GMT

Six members of teaching staff from a Bristol school have just returned from a visit

TDA encourages modern-day outlook of science teaching

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 11:12:45 GMT

Outdated views are deterring many people from considering a career as a science

13% of Brits 'aspire' to teaching career

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:39:07 GMT

School teaching has been placed highly in a new survey looking at the career

New poll reveals teachers' attitudes to creationism

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 12:43:06 GMT

Only 37 per cent of teachers believe the issue of creationism should be addressed at

Teaching move 'right decision' for former banker

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:32:37 GMT

A move into teaching was the right decision for former banker Kevin Watson, he has

First foreign teachers step foot in the Congo

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:30:32 GMT

Two Southend teachers have been telling their pupils about the time they spent in the

Prospective teachers urged to consider role carefully

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:24:50 GMT

City workers who are considering a career in teaching should first spend some time at

Teaching quality overrides effect of school, says research

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:41:52 GMT

Good teaching more effectively improves a child's attainment than the standard of a

New teaching guidelines considered

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:38:43 GMT

The General Teaching Council for England (GTC) is considering new discipline

Victoria Beckham 'inspired' by teacher style

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:14:59 GMT

Victoria Beckham has told a fashion magazine that her style is reminiscent of a

Teachers selected for TDA board

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 10:39:41 GMT

Three teachers have been selected as new members of the Training and Development

New teacher training programme to be launched UK-wide

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 14:40:16 GMT

Teachers across the UK will soon be able to take advantage of a series of new

Teachers run for charity

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:43:01 GMT

Teachers at a Bolton school have participated in some festive fun to raise money for

Independent schools encouraged to instigate 'teacher swaps'

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:40:42 GMT

Teacher exchanges could be part of efforts by private schools to break down barriers

TimePlan - News

Parent organisation expresses concern over school inspection changes

One in six schoolchildren 'will miss out on preferred place'

Free school campaigners 'planning all-through school in Dorset'

Pupils suggest names for housing estate

Welsh youngsters draw out artistic talents

Devon pupils return from 'life changing' history trip

Ofqual chief calls for end to pen and paper exams

Former soldiers to mentor pupils

Bath pupils teach silver surfers

Bath pupils step back to Georgian times

Bath schools battle against cyber bullying

Youngsters shown consequences of dangerous driving

Teacher swaps Cranmore school for Kenya classroom

Louth students to get new art and design block

Young people 'let down by careers advice'

Cloud computing in schools 'could provide huge benefits'

Increasing student fees 'could cause two-tier system'

Leicester school recognised for health promotion work

Chorley school deep-cleaned to kill bug

Russian scientist visits Derbyshire school

Schools spend ?293m on supply teachers

International baccalaureate 'offers breadth and independence'

Pupils design high-visibility safety badge

Plymouth students 'to attempt world record'

Royal Society calls teachers to have basic grasp of neurology

1 in 5 schoolchildren 'living in poverty'

Bath pupils get hands-on to learn about science

Schoolchildren turn into roving reporters

Teachers 'increasing use of technology'

Cornish pupils raise money for African charity

Welsh education system 'needs to change'

Annual school run raises ?30,000

Phonics in reading tests 'a good idea'

Brixham pupils promote healthy living

Devon pupils step back in time

Staffordshire students create wildlife garden

Teaching jobs could be filled according to religious beliefs, critics claim

Parents unite to save historic Staffordshire school from closure

Nottingham school teachers set to enjoy open-air lessons

Cheshire teaching duo gear up for Chinese adventure

Bolton primary pupils embrace work of Shakespeare

Teachers deserve more respect, says author

Ashton school gets new activity area

New website launched for teachers

Welsh education minister announces money for capital works

Paratroopers drop in on schoolchildren

Royal Society calls for A-level changes

Schools 'need more freedom'

Subject debate needed, says Welsh education minister

Pupils take sporting equipment to Africa

Scottish council launches new scheme for school leavers

Teachers' A-level results 'more important than degrees'

Bolton pupils 'make difference in community'

Scottish entrepreneur 'planning to open school'

12,000 youngsters 'not in education'

Reducing class sizes 'may not be best use of resources'

Teachers 'need Facebook rules'

Preston students offered language advice

Changes announced to Welsh teacher training incentives

School wins grant for nature zone

Scotland's universities 'should not be seen as cheap option'

Singing at school 'boosts confidence'

High school opens up for science fair

Pupil brings WWI grenade to school

School hails class of 70 a success

Education bill 'is an audacious and unprecedented power grab'

Government announces ?82.5m investment in music education

Free schools 'are ludicrous'

More bilingual champions for Welsh colleges

New school opened in Wales

GCSE art 'getting side-lined'

Plymouth college to undergo ?4m revamp

Scottish schoolchildren head to CERN

Russell Group publishes post-16 study guide

Devon pupils spend day in Victorian kitchen

Geography lessons 'not good enough'

New curriculum 'should cater for all'

Schools 'need elite teaching graduates'

Bath youngsters get creative