Education News
Emily nearly lost access to her baby because of a hair strand test. Experts fear she's not alone -
There are growing concerns over the way hair strand tests are being interpreted in the Family Court.
Education secretary to ask competition watchdog to review hidden childcare costs -
Bridget Phillipson will ask the competition watchdog to examine costs that families are still facing in government-funded childcare.
Backlash over Department for Education videos with Gemma Collins -
The education secretary defends videos starring The Only Way Is Essex star promoting post-16 education.
Students at risk if universities go bust, say MPs -
An Education Select Committee report finds the government needs to make urgent plans for universities facing insolvency.
Calls for 'urgent action' on baby-sleep industry after BBC investigation -
The BBC investigation revealed how some self-described sleep experts have been giving new parents advice that goes against NHS guidelines.
Teachers in England to vote on striking over pay -
The National Education Union says it will hold a formal ballot this autumn without "urgent action".
Dangerous baby-sleep advice given to parents by self-described experts, secret filming reveals -
The advice puts babies at risk of serious harm, even death, medical professionals have told the BBC.
University wins record freedom of speech fine challenge -
A record fine had been issued by the Office for Students over the university's trans and non-binary inclusion policy.
Calls for clarity over schools smartphone ban -
Minister plan to ban smartphones in English schools, but headteachers and campaigners have called for more direction on how to enforce it.
Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans -
Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".
'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve -
Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.
New university free speech complaints system to come into force this year -
Universities could face fines of £500,000 or 2% of their income if they are found to have failed to protect free speech.
Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses -
It comes as the government continues to consult on whether to ban under-16s from social media in the UK.
How is Keir Starmer getting on with his pledges to deliver change? -
At the end of 2024, Keir Starmer announced key government targets including on NHS waiting lists and building new homes, how is he getting on?
Dangerous baby-sleep advice given to parents by self-described experts, secret filming reveals -
The advice puts babies at risk of serious harm, even death, medical professionals have told the BBC.
Revise, recall, then rest - your exam season survival guide -
Teachers and tutors share tips for students to get through exam season.
What is Ofsted and how does the new school ratings system work? -
The rating system changed after the death of head Ruth Perry highlighted the pressure of inspections.
'I can't stop using it' - under-16s have their say on possible social media ban -
Thirty three children discussed possible limits the government are considering on social media.
