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Speaker reprimands Badenoch over attack on Education Secretary at PMQs

Kemi Badenoch has been chastised by the Commons Speaker after accusing Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson of being a "spiteful class warrior" during a heated Prime Minister's Questions. Labour MPs criticised the Conservative leader's language after Sir Lindsay Hoyle intervened in the chamber to address the personal nature of the remarks.

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Skills & Employment Jun 24, 2026

London to Host WorldSkills UK National Finals 2027 with Call for Training Provider Entries

London has been announced as the host city for the WorldSkills UK national finals in 2027, bringing the prestigious vocational skills competition to the capital. The competition chief has issued a rallying call for more independent training providers to enter their learners, ensuring broader participation across the further education sector.

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Education Jun 24, 2026

Making earwax melt and teeth rattle: the project returning music to our bodies

Listeners in the 17th and 18th centuries experienced music in a startlingly vivid – and physical – way. A fascinating academic project is wondering if we should let ourselves be much more moved, and get moving. Plus: a prime minister’s musical legacy?Professor Bettina Varwig wants to get us moving –...

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Speaker reprimands Badenoch over attack on Education Secretary at PMQs

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Skills & Employment 2 months ago

London to Host WorldSkills UK National Finals 2027 with Call for Training Provider Entries

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Education 2 months ago

Making earwax melt and teeth rattle: the project returning music to our bodies

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SEND Jun 24, 2026

Ministerial Churn Threatens Years of SEND Reform Progress

Frequent changes in government ministers risk derailing years of careful work on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities reform. The article warns that political upheaval at Westminster must not become justification for abandoning or restarting extensive policy development that has brought the system closer to much-needed transformation.

Safeguarding Jun 24, 2026

Children’s Commissioner Demands Transparency on Asylum Support Withdrawal Plans

The Children's Commissioner for England has issued a stark warning to the Home Secretary regarding proposals to withdraw support from failed asylum-seeking families. Dame Rachel de Souza argues that plans to forcibly remove families—including those with children receiving medical treatment—would cause significant harm and has demanded the release of affected children's data.

Education Jun 24, 2026

NFER: ‘Clear link’ between school disadvantage and falling rolls

Most disadvantaged schools see largest fall in pupil numbers The post NFER: ‘Clear link’ between school disadvantage and falling rolls first appeared on Schools Week.

Education Jun 24, 2026

A moment that changed me: A telegram arrived – and I had to choose between my head and my heart

Should I follow the man of my dreams to work in a club in Tehran? Or take up a place at an elite university? Thankfully, my dad gave me advice I’ve lived by ever since My parents did not expect me to land a place at university. I was not considered academic enough. And anyway, I was a girl. Instead,...

Schools Jun 24, 2026

Climate planning failure leaves UK school buildings struggling with extreme heat

Headteachers report that Victorian-era school buildings with thick brick walls are coping better with rising temperatures than newer constructions, as decades of poor planning leave the education estate unprepared for climate change.

Policy Jun 23, 2026

DWP reviews 30/70 funding split for larger apprenticeship units

The Department for Work and Pensions is reconsidering the 30/70 funding model for larger apprenticeship units following early feedback from providers. Kate Ridley-Pepper confirmed officials are actively exploring alternatives to address concerns about the financial burden on training providers.

Schools Jun 23, 2026

Hundreds of Schools Close Across England and Wales Amid Extreme Heatwave

Education unions have warned that high temperatures pose dangerous conditions for pupils and staff, prompting hundreds of schools across southern England and Wales to close early or adjust their hours this week.

Policy Jun 23, 2026

Minister keeps apprenticeship funding restrictions 'not off the table'

Skills Minister Jacqui Smith has indicated that further restrictions on apprenticeship funding, including potential age caps and defunding measures, remain possible despite not being actively planned "at the moment". The comments suggest ongoing uncertainty for further education providers and local authorities working to secure stable training pathways for young people.

Early Years Jun 23, 2026

Heatwave Guidance: Helping Nurseries Keep Children Safe and Cool in Extreme Heat

With UK summers growing increasingly hot, early years settings must adapt to protect vulnerable young children from heat-related risks while maintaining quality care. This guidance explores practical strategies for nurseries to manage indoor and outdoor activities safely during extreme temperatures.

Safeguarding Jun 23, 2026

Ofsted serves legal notice on Bright Horizons nursery chain over safeguarding failures

Ofsted has taken enforcement action against Bright Horizons, the UK's third largest nursery chain, issuing a legal notice over serious safeguarding concerns. The watchdog found that 75 of the provider's settings are failing to meet required safeguarding and welfare standards, prompting statutory intervention.

Schools Jun 23, 2026

Heatwave Guidance for Schools Highlights Need for Long-Term Infrastructure Investment

The National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) has issued guidance to help school leaders protect pupils during extreme heat. Whilst schools are implementing immediate measures, the union emphasises that sustainable solutions require long-term investment in school infrastructure and building standards.

Schools Jun 23, 2026

Should schools close during extreme heatwaves? Balancing safety against learning

With temperatures forecast to reach 38°C, uncomfortably hot classrooms are sparking debate about whether schools should shut or stay open with safeguards. We explore the dilemma facing headteachers and local authorities as they weigh health risks against educational disruption.

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