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Whether it is wood working, metal working, Science or Art, these activities, which take place in schools, colleges and universities around the country, can release into the atmosphere, dust, chippings and fumes, which when inhaled can cause serious health problems. Education facilities are legally obligated to follow guidelines set by …

As schools navigate the complexities of modern education, one critical aspect often overlooked is their underlying connectivity infrastructure. With the impending PSTN switch-off, it’s more important than ever to ensure that the connectivity in our schools is not just adequate but robust and future-proof. Understanding the PSTN Switch-Off The Public …

With the rise of digital learning, providing students with access to devices like laptops and tablets has become essential. To streamline device management and ensure seamless access, many schools are turning to Charging Solutions to support their technology. LapSafe®’s best-selling charging range, ChargeLite™ (formally ClassBuddy™), offers an unrivalled and cost-effective …

A decade ago, John Smeaton Academy was placed in Special Measures by Ofsted. The Leeds secondary school was rated either ‘Inadequate’ or ‘Requires Improvement’ every time Ofsted inspectors visited after that. However, following the first inspection of the school since it joined The GORSE Academies Trust three years ago, John …

As we hurtle towards the UK general election, pupils from across the Loughborough Schools Foundation have been busy polishing their political platforms at the LSF Alternative Election 2024 which took place last week. As part of the process, pupils elected their own party leaders for each school from Years 11 …

Students at the University of Sunderland had the chance to share their work with employers in this year’s Digital Showcase to help boost their employability. The event gives Computer Science students the opportunity to present their projects to the employers they have been working with over the course of this …

Exciting new teaching ideas will be introduced into classrooms after seven innovative educators won a share of more than £115,000. The recipients of this year’s Let Teachers SHINE awards have each devised potentially groundbreaking projects aimed at helping children from disadvantaged backgrounds to succeed at school. The awards they have …

As the UK general election begins, headteachers and education leaders on the Tes Global Advisory Board have announced a five point plan of policy developments any future government must address to promote and support the British international school sector. The board, formed of 11 members based in Europe, the Middle …

York House, a local independent prep school on the outskirts of Croxley Green, has announced its intent to move towards an 11+ co-educational model from September 2026. The school will phase out its current Year 7 and Year 8 cohorts over the coming two years as it outlines a brand …

The University of Aberdeen has been awarded its first Race Equality Charter (REC) Bronze award in recognition of its commitment to advancing race equality. The University is the third Scottish Institution to hold a REC award. The Race Equality Charter’s mission is to improve the representation, experience, progression and success …