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Can the mechanics that make computer games so compelling be used to hook pupils on learning or will this fusing of the virtual and physical worlds threaten education as we know it? Chris Parr plugs into the debate

Although racism in schools may be less blatant than decades ago, subtle discrimination still hampers the careers of black and minority ethnic teachers, finds Chris Parr. But academics have highlighted how leaders can tackle the problem – and the first step is to talk about the subject of race openly

The government’s efforts to close the disadvantage gap by investing in early years are pointless unless they tackle the glaring problem – a lack of graduate teachers, says Naomi Eisenstadt. Here the former chief adviser on children’s services tells Chris Parr exactly how ministers can raise pre-school standards – but she says she won’t be holding her breath

Most headteachers say it’s now harder to resource special educational needs and disabilities support due to funding cuts

Rio Ferdinand among celebrities backing charity’s campaign for a trained anti-bullying ambassador in every school

More than half of councils expect shortage within five years unless action is taken