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

Serious safety concerns have been raised after claims that pupils are being asked to walk to school through an active army firing range. The allegations highlight the mounting pressures on local authorities managing statutory school transport duties within constrained budgets.

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Policy Jun 5, 2026

Liz Kendall: Labour Will Make AI 'Work for Workers' as Youth Job Fears Mount

Liz Kendall has pledged that Labour will ensure artificial intelligence benefits workers rather than displacing them, amid growing public concern about automation's impact on employment. The Technology Secretary promised the government would actively shape AI adoption to support those whose jobs are at risk, particularly young people entering the workforce.

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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.

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

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Liz Kendall: Labour Will Make AI 'Work for Workers' as Youth Job Fears Mount

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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.

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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.

Early Years Jun 5, 2026

Breaking: Ofsted to include safer sleep in inspections – early years minister Olivia Bailey

Ofsted will now consider safe sleep practices as a routine part of inspection, alongside an update to safe sleep requirements in the early years curriculum from September.

SEND Jun 5, 2026

Guidance sets out time-limited SEND 'experts at hand' support for mainstream schools

The government has published guidance for councils on developing schemes to provide time-limited SEND expert support in mainstream schools. The approach aims to embed specialist knowledge whilst ensuring schools build their own capacity rather than developing long-term dependency on external provision.

Social Care Jun 5, 2026

The Big Future: Speaking to children in Birmingham

I have been thinking about politics a great deal as I travel the length of England promoting my survey of children The Big Future. I don’t mean what happens in Westminster, or what dominates the news. I mean the messy and beautiful business of how we go about deciding how we live togethe...

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 5, 2026

School Nurseries 'Far More Likely' Than Private Providers to Receive Ofsted 'Needs Attention' Grade

An investigation by the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) has revealed that school-based early years provision is receiving Ofsted's 'needs attention' rating at significantly higher rates than private, voluntary and independent settings. The findings raise urgent questions about inspection consistency and the distinct challenges facing maintained nursery schools.

News Jun 5, 2026

SEND reforms can improve children’s outcomes but existing system remains ‘vulnerable’ – new independent report

Eight in 10 councils believe government SEND reforms would lead to better outcomes for children and young people but less than half (43 per cent) felt they would lead to a more financially sustainable system, according to a new independent analysis published today. The report, commissioned by the Lo...

Schools Jun 4, 2026

Bereaved pupils need sustained support, not just crisis intervention

Children who have experienced bereavement require consistent, long-term support within educational settings rather than episodic crisis interventions. This approach recognises that grief is a progressive journey that significantly impacts attendance, attainment and wellbeing. Without continuity of care, vulnerable pupils risk falling through gaps in provision and escalating to statutory services.

Schools Jun 4, 2026

Back to Basics: Why Schools Must Invest in Marketing and Community Engagement

With pupil numbers fluctuating and competition for school places intensifying, marketing is no longer optional for educational institutions. This article explores why headteachers and governors must embrace proactive communication strategies to showcase their school's unique strengths and build lasting community relationships.

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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