AI used in schools should ‘detect signs of learner distress’ The DfE has updated AI guidance around emotional, social and cognitive development and ‘manipulation’
The school that confiscates phones for six weeks Head whose abuse from parents was highlighted by MPs speaks to Schools Week about his strict policy approach
Primary headteachers share joy and surprise at being made MBEs Four serving heads at state primaries were among 57 people working in or with schools recognised in the New Year Honours List
How falling school rolls are not just London’s crisis Declining childbirth rates are hitting school demographics with many schools facing closure as the issue spreads across England
SEND deficit support ‘not unlimited’ as funding review pledged Support given to councils will be ‘linked to assurance’ they are moving towards an inclusive education system
52% of teachers report homeless children in their school, study shows Research shows pupils who live in temporary accommodation are missing school, arriving tired, and experiencing poor mental health
Huge rise in parent complaints driven by AI, headteachers warn Heads say they ‘aren’t sleeping’ due to the stress brought about by AI-generated complaints – but experts warn its a symptom of a wider problem
‘Urgent clarity’ sought on flagship DfE schemes after Ofsted grade reform Union leaders demand clarity on how schools will qualify for exemplar schemes that previously required ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ Ofsted grades
PFI firm in school repairs row plans to dissolve Stoke-on-Trent City Council says firm responsible for maintaining 88 schools to shut amid row over who covers outstanding repairs