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London Academy of Excellence in Stratford secured 62 Oxbridge offers - rivalling elite private schools charging £50,000 a year. Half the students are from disadvantaged backgrounds. Here's what makes this state school so exceptional.
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New data reveals a growing school readiness crisis, with 37% of children arriving at reception without basic life skills. We explain what's driving this trend, how it affects your child's classroom, and what parents can do to help.
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A record 459,288 school holiday fines were issued in England in 2024-25. We explain the rules, the penalties, when you might be fined, and what options parents have when facing term-time holiday decisions.
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The government is overhauling how suspensions work in English schools. Find out what 'internal suspensions' mean for your child and when home suspensions will still apply.
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Over 100 independent schools have closed since VAT was introduced on fees. Here's what affected families need to understand about their options and rights.
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Year 11 students will access GCSE results via smartphone app from August 2026. We explain how the new digital system works, what it means for results day, and how parents can prepare.
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Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has told schools to ban phones all day - including break times. We explain what's changing, how Ofsted will enforce it, and what parents need to know.
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The government is overhauling special educational needs provision in England. We explain what's changing, when it happens, and what it means for your child's support.
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