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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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FE Colleges Brace for Energy Emergencies Amid Supply Uncertainty
Education Jun 4, 2026

FE Colleges Brace for Energy Emergencies Amid Supply Uncertainty

Further education colleges are developing emergency protocols to manage potential energy supply disruptions and escalating costs. The sector faces significant operational challenges as institutions work to maintain continuous provision for students whilst navigating volatile energy markets.

Alternative provision expanded despite quality concerns
Education Jun 4, 2026

Alternative provision expanded despite quality concerns

The government has widened its register of approved alternative provision unit providers even as inspections reveal significant quality concerns within the sector. This tension between increasing capacity and maintaining standards comes amid rising demand for placements outside mainstream education.

West of England Mayor announces new 'West Bacc' qualification
Education Jun 4, 2026

West of England Mayor announces new 'West Bacc' qualification

The Labour Mayor for the West of England has unveiled plans for a new 'West Bacc' qualification designed to equip young people with the skills and credentials local employers demand. The initiative aims to strengthen post-16 education pathways and boost regional economic prospects by ensuring training aligns with local labour market needs.

Number of teachers in England’s state schools drops for second year in row
Education Jun 4, 2026

Number of teachers in England’s state schools drops for second year in row

Despite Labour’s promises to increase recruitment, school census shows a fall of nearly 2,000 teachers since last yearThe number of teachers working in England’s state schools has shrunk for the second year in a row, even as the government said it was meeting its promises to increase recruitment whe...

Ofqual chief warns rapid action needed on smart tech exam cheating
Policy Jun 4, 2026

Ofqual chief warns rapid action needed on smart tech exam cheating

Ian Bauckham, Ofqual's chief regulator, has urged the watchdog to move 'really fast' to address the growing threat of smart technology cheating in examinations. He suggested that recently introduced school phone bans will support invigilators by making it easier to enforce examination rules and prevent malpractice.

Wearable Tech and AI Threaten Exam Integrity, Ofqual Warns
Schools Jun 4, 2026

Wearable Tech and AI Threaten Exam Integrity, Ofqual Warns

The head of England’s qualifications watchdog has warned that wearable devices such as smartglasses and invisible earpieces could magnify cheating in GCSE and A-level exams. Ian Bauckham also revealed that coursework is being scrutinised for AI use, with teachers reporting difficulties detecting machine-generated content.