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DfE issues new safe sleep guidance for early years settings ahead of EYFS framework updates

The Department for Education has published new guidance on safer sleep practices for babies and children in early years settings. The guidance comes ahead of strengthened requirements being introduced through the Early Years Foundation Stage framework later this year.

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Policy May 5, 2026

One in Five Scottish Nurseries Predict Losses as Funding Rates Fail to Cover Costs

New research reveals over 20% of nurseries in Scotland anticipate running at a loss this year, with providers warning that government funding rates do not meet the actual costs of delivering childcare places. The findings raise serious questions about the sustainability of early years provision and the financial pressures facing childcare businesses across the country.

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Schools May 5, 2026

Ark academy trust chief Lucy Heller to step down after 22 years

Lucy Heller is to step down as chief executive of the Ark academy trust after 22 years at the helm. The influential multi-academy trust will appoint two CEOs to replace her, marking a significant leadership transition in England's school system.

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DfE issues new safe sleep guidance for early years settings ahead of EYFS framework updates

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Policy 4 months ago

One in Five Scottish Nurseries Predict Losses as Funding Rates Fail to Cover Costs

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Schools 4 months ago

Ark academy trust chief Lucy Heller to step down after 22 years

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Safeguarding May 5, 2026

BBC investigation exposes lethal baby-sleep advice from unqualified 'experts'

Secret filming by the BBC has revealed alarming guidance being given to parents by self-described baby sleep experts, putting infants at risk of serious harm or death. Medical professionals have warned that the unregulated advice contradicts NHS safe sleep protocols and creates significant safeguarding concerns.

Education May 4, 2026

One in four humanities students in Australia to take more than 25 years to pay off student loans, Treasury finds

Job-ready graduates program will also leave almost two-thirds of humanities and creative arts students with debts exceeding $50,000Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne in four humanities students will take more than 25 y...

Education May 4, 2026

Where Duolingo falls down: how I learned to speak Welsh with my mother – podcast

Once violently defended from extinction, Welsh is still a part of daily life. By learning my family’s language, I hoped to join their conversationBy Dan Fox. Read by Matt Addis Continue reading...

News May 2, 2026

‘Go inside, he will kill you’: Israeli militants step up West Bank school attacks

Education is being targeted across Palestine, with the murder of 14-year-old Aws al-Naasan only the latest in a spree of violenceThe Israeli reservist shot 14-year-old Aws al-Naasan in the head just outside the western gate of the Mughayyir boys’ secondary school, where he was studying in ninth grad...

Schools May 1, 2026

Exam Season Survival: Supporting Student Wellbeing Through Revision, Recall and Rest

As examination season approaches, teachers and tutors share evidence-based strategies to help students navigate this demanding period. The guidance emphasises a balanced approach combining effective revision techniques, memory consolidation, and essential rest to protect both academic performance and mental health.

Schools May 1, 2026

Ofsted inspections pushing headteachers to ‘point of destruction’, union chief says

NAHT leader says schools watchdog for England does not raise standards, amid opposition to ‘Nando’s-style’ scoringSchool leaders are being pressurised “to the point of destruction”, the head of a teaching union has said, as he put the education establishment “on notice”.During a speech to the union’...

Policy May 1, 2026

All Party Parliamentary Group for Early Education and Childcare closes after Conservative MP leaves

The APPG for Early Education and Childcare has closed after Caroline Dinenage MP stepped down as an officer and no Conservative MP or Lord could be found to replace her.

SEND May 1, 2026

NAHT conference: Ofsted, SEND and industrial action warnings

As it happened from team Schools Week in Belfast The post NAHT conference: Ofsted, SEND and industrial action warnings first appeared on Schools Week.

Early Years May 1, 2026

Nursery World Awards 2026: Deadline extended to 15 May

The Nursery World Awards deadline has been extended until Friday 15 May, so there’s still time to enter your early years setting, colleagues and projects.

Education May 1, 2026

New bonus scheme fuels resentment among FE teachers

Experienced tutors feel undervalued as early career colleagues take home thousands more The post New bonus scheme fuels resentment among FE teachers first appeared on FE Week.

Higher Education May 1, 2026

‘It ruined my night’: photographers accused of targeting women at St Andrews May Dip

Students taking part in university’s annual ritual say images of them in swimwear are being published without consent in national newspapersWhen the sun rises at dawn on Friday, hundreds of St Andrews University students will brave the chilly North Sea for the annual May Dip, an undergraduate ritual...

Early Years May 1, 2026

Anti-racist practice part 2: We all belong

A Scottish nursery school and a Welsh primary show how to create belonging and challenge bias. By Stella Louis and Hannah Betteridge

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