Pizza still rules the school canteen – but teens want katsu, tacos and jollof rice As pupils head back to school up and down the country this September, pizza remains a firm favourite in the school canteen – but older pupils are looking beyond traditional school-dinner staples and calling for everything from katsu curry and…
Nearly 56,000 children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are expected to miss school this September despite being enrolled, an analysis of YouGov data has found. According to polling commissioned by Ambitious about Autism, 3% of parents of children with SEND did not expect them attend school this September, despite being enrolled. This equates…
Today, global sustainability charity LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) launches its refreshed Demonstration Schools framework nationwide, giving schools a practical route to embed sustainability throughout the curriculum and wider school life. Previously only available to schools through an application process, the free framework is now open nationally, giving schools a clear and supported way to…
A new free resource is helping teachers map out the term ahead in minutes – with every key date and awareness event already on the calendar. With the new school year now in full swing, staying on top of key dates and awareness events can feel like a job in itself. A new free resource…
A new season, a fresh start: these free PSHE resources are designed to help pupils build confidence, resilience and self-esteem from day one. A new school year is the perfect moment to help pupils build the confidence and resilience they’ll need to take on new challenges. Premier League Primary Stars has released a set of…
World Book Day unveils 18 new £1/€1.50 books that children can choose for free with a World Book Day book token, as the charity celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2027 World Book Day will be celebrated on Thursday 4 March 2027, marking three decades of helping millions of children read for fun Authors Steve Cole,…
Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, a free national tech-for-good competition, returns for a seventh year with expanded regional workshops, giving more 11-to-18-year-olds across the UK and Ireland the chance to bring their tech ideas to life As schools across the UK place growing emphasis on creativity, careers education and real-world employer experiences, Samsung UK has expanded…
Just 410 teachers took phased retirement in 2025/26 Take up fell by 12% in the past year and 57% over the decade Financial pressures may make the required 20% reduction in earnings unaffordable for some teachers September’s 3.5% pay award provides an opportunity for teachers to review both their current income and retirement plans …
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Children associate “Natural History” primarily with fossils, dinosaurs and museums rather than the future of the planet, according to new research submitted to the government consultation on the proposed Natural History GCSE. The findings have prompted The Lost Gardens of Heligan to ask ministers to rename the qualification “Natural Futures” before its subject content is…
Free online resource gives tools to improve mental health and wellbeing of pupils, students and staff Provides guidance and tools to school leaders, staff and governors to support consistent, evidence-informed approaches to mental health across educational settings Promotes a preventative “whole school and college approach”, embedding wellbeing into leadership, culture, teaching, staff support…
UK schools can transform their halls into immersive learning environments with curriculum-linked planetariums, VR, AR and hands-on STEM experiences. As schools across the UK begin a new academic year, Immersive Experiences is inviting teachers to rethink where learning can take place – bringing immersive planetariums, virtual reality, augmented reality and hands-on educational experiences directly into…
First Education and School Travel (FEST), part of First Travel Solutions (FTS), works with schools across the UK, providing school establishments with a bespoke service to make educational travel simpler, more affordable and more accessible through its range of fully inclusive residential trip packages. Bringing together transport, accommodation, meals and activities under one trusted…
Wake The Tiger’s new London attraction, ABSURD CITY, gives students the opportunity to step inside their lessons This autumn, teachers seeking a different kind of school trip will have a striking new option. Wake The Tiger, the certified B Corporation behind an award-winning Amazement Park® in Bristol, is opening ABSURD CITY at Westfield London. From…
Twelve charities supporting education have received a £1,000 funding boost in the first half of 2026 through the Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards, helping them continue to support the development of the next generation. Among the recipients were several Scout groups, including the Northern Ireland Scout Council, Davenham (Church) Scout Group and 6th Hove Scout Group. …
TWO CENTURIES HERE, is a new multi-space exhibition in the heart of central London, celebrating 200 years of ground-breaking scientific research, historical discoveries, artistic innovation and educational impact at the capital’s first university – University College London (UCL). Through photography, objects, paintings, artefacts, and storytelling, the exhibition invites visitors to explore and discuss UCL’s rich…
When classroom engagement dips, the standard response often involves upgrading stationery or adjusting study timetables. However, clinical evidence shows that academic stamina depends far more on underlying physiological readiness than on study materials alone. Yusuf Okhai, Managing Director at ION8, emphasises that physical preparation forms the true baseline for cognitive success. “A student’s environment and…
England’s largest schools to be designed and built to Passivhaus standards have been completed in South Gloucestershire, creating new school places for more than 1,300 pupils. BAM UK & Ireland has handed over the new £58.3 million Lyde Green Primary and Secondary Schools ahead of their opening to pupils in September. By building…
This partnership gives UK primary schools continued access to Espresso, alongside thousands more curriculum-aligned videos and resources Discovery Education today announced a partnership with ClickView, the video learning platform trusted by over 11,000 schools, 1 million teachers, and 7 million students and a fast-growing alternative to YouTube in classrooms. The partnership gives UK primary schools…
Parents, teachers, and guardians have the chance to unlock over £2.5m of free funding ahead of the back-to-school rush this September, the UK’s leading cashback platform has said. Following an analysis of internal data, the UK’s leading cashback fundraising platform, easyfundraising has forecast £2.5 million in free funding will be raised by PTAs, schools, and other educational institutions…
GAIN, the creative-led, insight-driven company, is combining forces with higher education specialists Capstone Consultants to create a powerhouse practice for universities and business schools looking to drive growth. The deal gives clients access to Capstone’s specialist capabilities in market insight, programme development, student recruitment and enrolment growth as well as GAIN’s expertise across data,…
Parents evenly divided on higher education’s value London, UK, August 14 – University was once seen as the guaranteed route to a better future, but new research suggests that certainty is beginning to unravel. According to a study released today by Invicta Vita, the women-led career advancement and conflict resolution firm, UK parents are now evenly…
Words by Kate Erskine, Head of DGI Study Trips Educational trips continue to be one of the most effective ways to bring learning beyond the classroom. Students are presented with the opportunity to engage with real-world industries, cultures and global challenges that allows development of practical knowledge and valuable life skills through immersive experiences. For 2026, five European destinations remain among the most popular choices:…
An independent school described as North London’s “best-kept secret” has unveiled a state-of-the-art immersive classroom to enable pupils to explore everything from outer space to Ancient Egypt as part of a major investment in future-focused learning. Pupils at Hendon Prep, on Tenterden Grove, are now able to step directly into the subjects they are studying…
By: James Rowell, Founder and Managing Director, Capture Expense School workload has become one of the defining discussions in education. Debate typically focuses on teaching hours, marking, lesson preparation, inspections and reporting obligations. While these pressures are undoubtedly significant, they have also created a tendency to view workload through a relatively narrow lens. What often…
