Tag: England

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Knife Crime Epidemic Among English Children: Inspectors Sound Alarm

Serious youth violence in England is a widespread issue that affects children of all backgrounds, according to a recent joint report by school, police, and probation inspectors. The report highlights that children as young...
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Challenges with Labour’s Plan for 100,000 New Nursery Places in England

The government's plan to create 100,000 new nursery places in English primary schools faces challenges, according to recent research. The research highlights a mismatch between capacity and demand, with concerns raised about staffing, sleep...
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Ban on Cakes and Biscuits in School Lunches: The Debate in England

Schools in England are facing a debate over whether to ban cakes and biscuits from being served as part of school lunches due to their high sugar content. Food campaigners, including Action on Sugar,...
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Financial Struggles: 75% of England Universities Projected to Be in Debt Next Year

Financial Struggles: 75% of England Universities Projected to Be in Debt Next YearEngland’s universities are facing a financial crisis, with nearly three out of four expected to be in debt next year, according to...
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Treating Obesity-Related Illness in Young Children in England

Thousands of young children in England are being treated for health issues related to severe obesity, leading experts to warn of a growing public health crisis. Data from the NHS shows that 9.6% of...
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Experts warn that additional billions for schools in England will be quickly spent

Schools in England are set to receive a significant increase in funding, with a focus on supporting children with special educational needs. However, experts are warning that the additional billions allocated may not be...
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Using Dogs and Prize Draws to Encourage School Attendance in England and Wales

Schools in England and Wales are using creative methods to encourage students to attend classes regularly, in response to concerns that high levels of absence could have long-term consequences. Techniques such as therapy dogs,...
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Decline in Nursing Students Across England, RCN Reports

The number of individuals pursuing nursing as a career has significantly decreased across England, with some regions experiencing a 40% decrease in successful applications, as reported by the largest nursing union. The latest data...
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Private School Closure Rates in England Unaffected by Labour’s VAT Proposal: Data Analysis

According to recent data analysis, more than 80 private schools in England have closed each year on average over the past decade. Despite concerns raised by Labour's proposal to impose VAT on private school...
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Decline in Disadvantaged Students Entering UK Universities: Causes and Solutions

The number of disadvantaged teenagers in England who go on to study at university has decreased for the first time on record. This has raised concerns about social mobility in the country. According to...
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Record £10bn Annual Budget for Special Educational Needs Bill in England

Special educational needs (SEN) funding in England has reached a record £10bn per year, with the number of children and young people eligible for government support expected to double to 1 million in the...
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Government Halts Opening of 44 New State Schools in England

The government in England has made the decision to halt the opening of 44 new state schools, including three sixth-form colleges supported by Eton, in order to assess the demand and value for money...
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Why Black History Should Be Mandatory in England to Combat Hatred and Racism

Black history should be a mandatory part of the curriculum in England according to Lavinya Stennett, the founder of the Black Curriculum. She believes that by relegating black history to just one month or...
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Decline in Demand for England’s Grammar Schools Due to VAT on School Fees

Claims that England’s grammar schools will be overwhelmed by an influx of students priced out of private schools due to VAT on fees are not supported by data from over half of the selective...
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Free Dental, Eyesight, and Hearing Checks for Residential School Students in England

Young people with disabilities and additional needs in residential schools and colleges in England will soon have access to free NHS hearing, dental, and eyesight checks. The program, which was piloted by the government...
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Teachers in England Agree to Accept Pay Rise – Overwhelming Vote Result

Teachers in England have voted overwhelmingly to accept a 5.5% pay rise in a recent poll conducted by the National Education Union. The offer, which would provide schools with an additional £1.2 billion to...