Tag: Education system
Should Schools Take a Long Summer Break or Does It Harm Children’s Learning?
Should schools really be dragging out that summer break? Like, is it actually making kids dumber, or should we just have them in class...
Potential Loss of Legal School Support for Children with Special Needs in England
So, like, there's this big debate going on in England right now about kids with special needs potentially losing their right to extra support...
Inadequate Review of Student Suicides in England Neglects Critical Concerns – Bereaved Parents Speak...
A deep dive into the review of student suicides in England reveals that universities might be missing the mark when it comes to addressing...
Why You Shouldn’t Skip GCSE Results Day: Insights from a Teacher | Nadeine Asbali
Every year on GCSE results day, schools across the country are filled with an array of emotions. From pride and regret to elation and...
1 in 4 Pupils in England Experience Disengagement in Secondary School
One in four pupils in England “disengages” when they move up to secondary school, with enjoyment, trust, and a sense of feeling safe declining...
Reconsidering the Length of Summer Break in Schools
School Breaks: To Shorten or Not to Shorten?So, like, this whole debate on school breaks has got me thinking, you know? Should schools really...
Deaf Student Wins Legal Battle Against Fife Council
The slogan on Niamdh Braid’s powder-blue sweatshirt puts it plainly enough: “I define my own deaf identity.”“We’re in a world that’s built for hearing...
New Title: Former Ofsted Chief Warns Schools Bill Will Harm Education
A former chief inspector of Ofsted has ignited controversy with the government by expressing concerns that the proposed schools bill in England may have...
School Leaders Report Parental Abuse Towards Staff in UK Schools
School Leaders Confront Rising Parental Abuse in UK SchoolsSchool leaders across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland are sounding the alarm on a disturbing trend:...
Denver Public Schools sues Trump admin over ICE access
Denver Public Schools Takes Legal Action Against Trump Administration Over ICE AccessThe Denver public school system (DPS) made headlines on Wednesday as it filed...
Immigration Arrests at Schools: Trump Policy Changes Impact
Immigration Enforcement at Schools: New Trump Policy Sparks ConcernsThe Trump administration recently made a significant change to immigration policy that could have far-reaching implications...
Decline in U.S. 8th Grade Computer Literacy Scores: What It Means
Decline in U.S. 8th Grade Computer Literacy Scores: What It MeansU.S. eighth graders are falling behind on key computer literacy skills, according to the...
Tightening Home Schooling Laws: Preventing Tragedies like Sara Sharif’s
Measures to tighten up home schooling laws in England are on the horizon following the tragic murder of 10-year-old Sara Sharif by her father...
Improving High School Graduation Rates by Eliminating Exit Exams
Improving High School Graduation Rates by Eliminating Exit ExamsA recent report has shed light on the complex factors influencing high school graduation rates during...
Controversy Surrounds Natural History GCSE as Qualification is Put on Hold – Campaigner Alleges...
The natural history GCSE has been put on hold amidst controversy, with campaigners alleging political bias in the decision-making process. Mary Colwell, a prominent...
Boost Teacher Retention with Improved Pay and Benefits
Teachers Demand Fair Pay and BenefitsIn a new groundbreaking study conducted by the RAND Corporation, it has been revealed that larger pay increases and...
Parents Allege Teachers at Leading Hackney Academy Verbally Abuse Students
A group of parents and former teachers have raised concerns about the Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) in Hackney, accusing the school of mistreating...
Improving Student Learning: Overcoming School Obstacles – The Educators Room
Student learning is a crucial aspect of education that focuses on acquiring knowledge and skills to achieve specific goals. However, recent assessments of students'...
Addressing Declining Math Scores on International Tests: Strategies for Countries
Math scores on international tests have taken a significant hit, dropping 15 points between 2018 and 2022. This decline, equivalent to losing three-quarters of...
Impact of Biden’s Departure on American Educators: Insights from The Educators Room
President Joe Biden's announcement that he will not seek an additional term in the 2024 Presidential race has sparked mixed reactions among Americans. While...
Is a Trump Victory Beneficial for School Choice?
The debate between Republicans and Democrats on the issue of school choice has never been more pronounced. The Republican party has now officially embraced...
Tragic Deaths of Children at U.S.-Funded Indian Boarding Schools
The recent expansion of the number of children who died in the U.S.-funded Indian boarding school system has brought to light the tragic history...
Addressing Declining Math Scores on International Tests: Strategies for Improvement
Scores on an international math test have dropped significantly between 2018 and 2022, leading to concerns about the quality of math education worldwide. The...