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How do you give Britain’s hidden army of young carers a break? | Is Mum OK? Documentary

There are more than one million young carers in the UK – with an average age of 12 – which is the equivalent of two kids in every school class. Do they feel supported? In Walthamstow, east London, we meet a group of carers as they are collected for a rare night off that brings a sense of community a...

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Education Jun 9, 2026

Healthy cooperation: how northern universities are linking with NHS trusts to drive innovation

Backed by a mix of private and public finance, Huddersfield and Manchester are among many in the academic sector helping to create jobs and growthHuddersfield might appear an unlikely setting for a thriving health research complex. The West Yorkshire town is best known for its manufacturing heritage...

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Education Jun 8, 2026

'Lives still at risk' from unregulated baby sleep industry after BBC investigation

'Families deserve clarity about the qualifications and training of those caring for their children'

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How do you give Britain’s hidden army of young carers a break? | Is Mum OK? Documentary

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Education 1 month ago

Healthy cooperation: how northern universities are linking with NHS trusts to drive innovation

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Education 1 month ago

'Lives still at risk' from unregulated baby sleep industry after BBC investigation

'Families deserve clarity about the qualifications and training of those caring for their children'

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Education Jun 8, 2026

CITB launches fast-track apprenticeship ‘hub’ grants

Scheme aims to half the delivery time of homebuilding apprenticeships The post CITB launches fast-track apprenticeship ‘hub’ grants first appeared on FE Week.

Education Jun 8, 2026

Struggling academy trust with £9m deficit names new CEO

Under-pressure Catholic trust appoints Lisa Walton to top job, days after the departure of its previous chief The post Struggling academy trust with £9m deficit names new CEO first appeared on Schools Week.

Education Jun 8, 2026

Schools ‘expected’ to use government route to buy MIS from 2027

New framework should be used by all schools to purchase MIS from next year in bid to reduce 'legal risk' The post Schools ‘expected’ to use government route to buy MIS from 2027 first appeared on Schools Week.

Education Jun 7, 2026

'No dead ends': What the Dutch can teach us about tackling youth unemployment

The Netherlands has achieved one of the world's lowest rates of young people not in education, employment or training. This article explores how their approach to creating seamless pathways between learning and work could inform local strategies to reduce NEET numbers and support 16 to 24-year-olds into sustainable careers.

Schools Jun 7, 2026

West London primary introduces screen-free Mondays for pupils, staff and parents

Holy Family Catholic primary school in Ealing has introduced 'screen-free Mondays' where pupils, teachers and parents alike put away smartphones, laptops and tablets. The initiative, which originated with the pupils themselves, has seen an enthusiastic uptake from families seeking to reduce digital dependency.

Education Jun 5, 2026

Pupils asked to walk to school through army firing range, MP claims

Getting children to school is becoming a thorny issue for councils to deal with.

Education Jun 5, 2026

New post-16 SEND inclusion cash revealed

More than 300 providers will receive grants next month, with FE colleges getting £64m The post New post-16 SEND inclusion cash revealed first appeared on FE Week.

Education Jun 5, 2026

Trump’s justice department is weaponizing civil rights laws against students of color | ReNika Moore

Claims of discrimination at UCLA and Yale show how laws meant to foster inclusion are being used for the oppositeThe Department of Justice’s civil rights division was once known as the crown jewel of the agency, but under Trump it has become just another tool of this administration’s politicized and...

Policy Jun 5, 2026

Regulator to Scrutinise A-level Maths Marking After Student Petition Over 'Unfair' Paper

More than 20,000 students and educators have signed a petition calling for a review of this year's A-level mathematics examination, which candidates claim was significantly more challenging than previous papers. The exams regulator, Ofqual, has confirmed it will closely monitor marking standards to ensure fairness for this year's cohort.

Education Jun 5, 2026

Could you pass a school maths exam? Take The Independent’s quiz to find out

Take The Independent’s challenging maths test to find out if you’re on par with an A-level student

Policy Jun 5, 2026

Ofqual monitoring 'overwhelming' A-level maths exam after 20,000 sign petition

More than 20,000 students and parents have petitioned for a review of this year's A-level mathematics paper, arguing it was significantly harder than previous exams. The exams regulator Ofqual is now monitoring the situation amid concerns about fairness and standards.

Schools Jun 4, 2026

Birmingham pupils champion sustainable travel to transform the school run

Pupils across Birmingham are leading initiatives to change how families travel to school, helping to reduce car dependency and promote walking, cycling and public transport. Their efforts are demonstrating how children can drive meaningful behaviour change in their communities whilst tackling congestion and air quality concerns around school gates.

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