Free School Meals Scheme to Expand, Offering Crucial Support to Children in Poverty Thursday, June 5, 2025 freeschoolmeals childpoverty education nutrition universalcredit government schools children poverty wellbeing The UK government has announced a significant expansion of the free school meals scheme, set to take effect from September 2026. Currently, all children in England receive free school meals up to the end of Year 2, with … Read More
Maps Reveal UK's Top Areas for University Attendance Tuesday, June 3, 2025 university education england brent diversity students london enrollment statistics schools Wembley may be best known for its iconic stadium, but the London borough of Brent is now gaining recognition as England’s ‘cleverest’ area. With over five out of six schoolchildren—84%—progressing to university, Brent leads … Read More
Community Feedback Sought on Frome's Safer School Streets Trial Thursday, May 29, 2025 frome safety schools community survey traffic pedestrian cycling trial roads Frome’s innovative Safer School Streets trial, launched in April 2024 to enhance road safety around key local schools, is entering its final phase. Residents are now encouraged to share their experiences and opinions through … Read More
Should Schools Relax Uniform Rules During Hot Weather? Thursday, May 15, 2025 schools uniform weather heat students education government health ventilation hydration With the arrival of warmer weather across Britain, temperatures are forecasted to consistently exceed 20 degrees Celsius in several regions over the coming weeks. While many will enjoy the spring sunshine outdoors, … Read More
Somerset Schools Commemorate 80th VE Day Anniversary with Enthusiastic Tributes Tuesday, May 13, 2025 somerset veday anniversary schools commemoration history education veterans wwii tribute On the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, schools across Somerset offered a heartfelt tribute by stepping back in time to honor this significant moment in history. Pupils and staff immersed themselves in a … Read More
Pupils to Dig In as Somerset Charity Offers Garden Grants up to £400 Wednesday, May 7, 2025 somerset gardening schools grants education environment community heritage fundraising gardens Schools across Somerset are invited to apply for gardening grants of up to £400 to support pupil-led projects that create or improve green spaces on school grounds. The Somerset Gardens Trust (SGT), dedicated to promoting … Read More