Education leaders raise concerns as schools are labelled as 'coasting' after being upgraded by Ofsted

Sunak's Advanced British Standard plan is among factors blamed for delayed publication of the teacher recruitment and retention strategy

But heads' leaders warn the settlement is likely to 'further exacerbate the funding pressures' many schools are facing

One behaviour expert says it is ‘tragic’ that a Scottish council is ruling out sanctions when it comes to bullying – but a parents’ organisation has applauded its approach

This week’s essential education news includes schools' actions to cut workload and controversy over Gavin Williamson's stance on masks in schools during Covid

The Scottish government has been urged to evaluate the impact of rolling out free school meals to all primary pupils at a time when funding is stretched

Schools move to remote learning across southern regions as severe weather warnings remain in place across the region

Dame Rachel de Souza calls for tougher measures to drive up attendance as research shows a link between persistent absence and GCSE outcomes

Schools in four local authorities have been closed today as a result of strike action, and more walkouts are now scheduled for November

Teaching resources about staying safe online tend to target older children, but a new picture book for children aged 4-7 aims to change that

Sir Ian will take up the year-long interim position from 1 January 2024 as Dr Jo Saxton leaves for Ucas

Sir Ian will replace Jo Saxton for 12 months from 1 January 2024

Five main changes that schools are making to tackle workload have been identified by research – but leaders say efforts are being hampered by a lack of staff and funding

Union leaders warn that the findings by Beyond Ofsted show the next chief inspector has a 'mountain to climb'

After Northern Ireland endures its worst-ever year for school attendance, officials blame the impact of Covid and mental health issues