Tag: United Kingdom

Special Educational Needs Funding Crisis: A Growing ConcernIn north London, six-year-old Violet's love for butterflies and moths shines through despite her autism and speech difficulties. Her mother, Tamara, has been tirelessly seeking extra...

Matt Goodwin's Critique of Woke Culture in Bad EducationMatt Goodwin, a former professor of politics at the University of Kent, has recently released a new book titled "Bad Education." In this critical review of...

Ultrasound Brain Implant for Mood Enhancement Under NHS TrialIn a groundbreaking move, the NHS is embarking on a trial to improve patients' mood by using a brain-computer-interface that utilizes ultrasound to directly alter brain...

**The Impact of Working-Class Accents on Criminal Suspicions: A Societal Analysis**In a groundbreaking study led by researchers from the University of Cambridge and Nottingham Trent University, it has been revealed that individuals with accents...

# Lingokids Collaborates with Moonbug Entertainment to Bring Blippi Characters to Top Early Learning AppIn an exciting development for families worldwide, Lingokids, the leading early learning app with over 100 million trusted users, has...

Crackdown on UK Visa Services Suppliers: Firm Made £13m ProfitIn a shocking revelation, it has come to light that a company running UK visa services made a profit of £13.64m on a not-for-profit contract....

Inspiring Artwork Choices for SchoolsA groundbreaking initiative is set to revolutionize art education in British secondary schools, bringing iconic pieces to a million students daily by 2027. Leading contemporary artists like Damien Hirst and...

**Drama School Funding Crisis in England: National Catastrophe Sparks Concern**World-leading drama schools in England are facing a financial crisis that threatens to turn back the clock, shutting down opportunities for talented young people from...

Investigation into Weaponising Trauma of Grooming Victims by Tory and Reform MPs: Inquiry Focus on Pakistani MenIn a heated debate on the children's wellbeing and schools bill, Nigel Farage of Reform UK called for...

Gamified Learning: Revolutionizing Literacy Education for Reluctant ReadersIn today's fast-paced digital world, where distractions abound, cultivating a love for reading in children has become a challenging task for educators. With approximately 25 percent of...

Labour's Big Plans for 2025: Keir's Transformation and Inspiration from ThatcherAs the realm of politics continues to churn with uncertainty and challenges, one figure stands at the center of the storm: Keir Starmer. The...

The poor state of school buildings in the UK is not just a matter of crumbling concrete - it's a crisis that is impacting over 1.5 million students. Award-winning screenwriter Frank Cottrell-Boyce, the UK's...

The safety of postwar school buildings in England is under intense scrutiny as ministers have ordered mandatory structural surveys to ensure the well-being of students and staff. Concerns about hidden defects that could lead...

The government's plan to impose VAT on private school fees has garnered significant public support, according to a recent poll conducted by the Private Education Policy Forum (PEPF) thinktank. The policy, set to take...

Navigating the Cultural and Budget Debate on Children with Special Needs: A Labour PerspectiveFor millions of us who have children with special educational needs and disabilities (Send), 2024 was a strange and often unsettling...

Former Children’s Commissioner Calls for Urgent Action to Support Vulnerable YouthChildren with special education needs and disabilities (SEND) are facing a dire situation as support continues to decline, leading to more families in crisis,...

AI in Education: Nurturing Understanding Over Efficiency2023 witnessed a significant upsurge in the development of artificial intelligence in the educational sector. From the pioneering work of researchers at Carnegie Mellon University in the 1950s...

Feeding 20,000 More Children: Free School Meals Auto-Enrolment SchemeIn a groundbreaking move to address child hunger, a new initiative has enabled 20,000 more children to access free school meals, saving families hundreds of pounds...

Teachers and Parents Voice Concerns Over SEND CrisisIn a recent report by the National Audit Office, it was found that the number of children and young people entitled to government support through education, health,...

Welsh Tories Criticize Removal of Of Mice and Men from GCSE Course for RacismWelsh Tories have voiced their disapproval over the decision to remove John Steinbeck's novel Of Mice and Men from the GCSE...

AI-Powered Persuasive Writing Lessons for English LearnersTwenty years ago, when I started my career as an ESL teacher in Houston, Texas, I remember the struggles of teaching persuasive writing to English learners. I had...

Labour's Education Reform: Addressing the Teacher Recruitment and Retention CrisisGreat teaching is the cornerstone of a successful education system, but in England, schools have been grappling with a severe shortage of teachers for over...

Ex-pupil awarded damages for face-down restraint at Oxfordshire special schoolA former student at Mulberry Bush school in Standlake, Oxfordshire, has been awarded £18,900 in damages after being repeatedly restrained face down and once imprisoned...

MPs Launch New Inquiry into England's Special Educational Needs CrisisFrustrated parents dealing with the shortcomings of England's special educational needs and disabilities (Send) system have been told not to expect quick fixes, as Members...

Potential Data Breach Risk with Amazon AI Tool for UK Military RecruitmentAn artificial intelligence tool hosted by Amazon is raising red flags for the UK Ministry of Defence as it poses a potential risk...

Society's Impact on Children's Trauma in Education: A Critical ExaminationIn a recent investigation by Anna Fazackerley for the Observer, troubling allegations have emerged regarding the disciplinary practices in two schools within the...

Special Needs Education in England: An Urgent Call for ReformThe current state of special educational needs and disabilities (Send) system in England has reached a critical juncture that demands immediate attention. Education Secretary Bridget...

Academy Trust Under Safeguarding Review for Alleged Emotional AbuseIn a shocking turn of events, one of England's prestigious academy trusts is now under an independent safeguarding review due to allegations of emotional abuse towards...

Embracing AI in Education: A Transformational Guide for TeachersIn the realm of education, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful ally for both students and teachers. However, the perception of AI as a...

Union Outrage Over Government's 2.8% Public Sector Pay Plan Sparks AngerThe Labour government's proposed 2.8% pay rise for teachers, NHS staff, and other public sector workers has ignited a firestorm of controversy, setting the...