University of Birmingham study finds school phone bans ineffective; grades, mental health, sleep, and exercise unchanged in 1227 students across 30 schools. Birmingham Study Reveals School Mobile Phone Bans Useless, 50 Heads Say Don’t Buy Them A new study looked at phone bans in schools. Birmingham University led this research and found phone bans don’t…
A Birmingham mother reports significant positive changes in her familys diet thanks to a Tesco school program boosting fruit and vegetable intake. Tesco School Scheme Changes Family Eating Habits Says Birmingham Mother Kids often don’t eat enough fruits and veggies. A survey says only 12% of older kids eat five servings a day. Another study…
Chase Terrace Academy locked down after a former student refused to leave, prompting police intervention. All students remained safe during event. West Midlands School Lockdown After Pupil Killed in Sheffield Incident A former student entered a school in the West Midlands. This happened around noon on Tuesday, February 4th. The school is Chase Terrace Academy.…
Wellsway School in Keynsham earns praise for its ambitious students and strong educational outcomes, maintaining a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted since 2019. Bristol Secondary School Celebrated for Its Ambitious and Talented Pupils Bristol: A secondary school on the outskirts of the city is getting a lot of praise. Wellsway School, located in Keynsham, is recognized…
Ofsted’s new report cards for schools will debut in autumn 2025, focusing on key areas like behavior and leadership to help parents make informed choices. Birmingham Secondary Schools Inspected by Ofsted in 2025 Revealed Birmingham: Ofsted is changing how it inspects schools. Starting in autumn 2025, they will use new report cards. These cards will…
An assistant headteacher shares how providing breakfast boosts student punctuality and supports families in need at Holly Hill Church School in Rubery. Assistant Headteacher Reveals the Secret to Getting Kids to School On Time Rubery: Getting kids to school on time can be tough, especially in winter. An assistant headteacher has found a great solution.…
Tesco is donating £4 million worth of fruit and vegetables to 400 schools, along with slow cookers to help kids learn cooking skills and enjoy healthy meals. Tesco Donates £4 Million in Fruit and Veg to 400 Schools with a Twist Birmingham: Tesco is on a mission to help kids eat healthier. They’re giving £4…
Walsall is set to get two new schools to address a shortage of places, but not everyone is happy. Concerns arise over the impact on local woodland and existing facilities. Two New Schools Planned for Walsall Spark Mixed Reactions from Residents Walsall: The Department for Education wants to build two new schools in the area.…
Ofsted has rated Montgomery Primary Academy and St Bartholomew’s CoE Primary as outstanding in all areas, showcasing their exceptional education quality and student support. What Ofsted Said About Two Outstanding Primary Schools in the Midlands West Midlands: Two primary schools have received top ratings from Ofsted. Montgomery Primary Academy and St Bartholomew’s CoE Primary are…
Bristol schools rated ‘Inadequate’ are undergoing changes, with some improving and others still struggling. Key updates on their current status are highlighted. What Has Happened to the ‘Inadequate’ Schools of Bristol and the Wider Region Bristol: Kids are nearing the halfway point of the school year. The February break is coming up, making it a…