Tag: Pupils
Impact of VAT on UK International Schools: Potential Exodus of Students
Imposing VAT on international schools in the UK could have a significant impact on the number of students attending these institutions, according to European diplomats. The German and French ambassadors to the UK emphasized...
New AQA Maths Test to Include Rent, Wage Slips, and Interest Rates
The AQA, an exam board in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, is planning to introduce a new type of maths test for secondary school children. This test aims to assess students' ability to apply...
UK Academies Apologize for Policies Requiring Sick Students to Attend School
Three schools in the UK have issued apologies for their strict attendance policies that required sick students to attend school even when unwell. Neale-Wade academy in Cambridgeshire faced backlash after sending a letter to...
Supporting Students’ Mental Health: How Teachers Aid in Filling Healthcare Gaps
Teachers across the UK are stepping up to support the mental health needs of their students as a result of gaps in the healthcare system. A recent survey conducted by the charity YoungMinds found...
How Philosophy Can Support Students in Discussing Complex Topics like the Gaza War
The leader of the UK’s biggest education union has suggested that philosophy should be included in the curriculum of schools in England. This would provide students with more opportunities to engage in discussions about...