NewsFamily & EducationSmacking children could lead to lower GCSE grades, study suggestsA University College London (UCL) study suggests that smacking children "does no good whatsoever".10 Jun 2026Family & EducationMore children and teenagers enjoying reading for first time in 5 yearsMore than one in three now say they like picking up books in their spare time, according to a literacy charity.10 Jun 2026Family & EducationThird of people say uni degree not worth it, as student loan inquiry begins MPs will hear the concerns of graduates about the size of their student debts, and the interest rates. 2 Jun 2026Family & EducationStudent loans inquiry finds many did not understand terms The Treasury inquiry is looking at student loan plans in England and whether repayment terms are "reasonable".27 May 2026Family & Education'Lives still at risk' from unregulated baby sleep industry after BBC investigation'Families deserve clarity about the qualifications and training of those caring for their children'8 Jun 2026Family & EducationPupils asked to walk to school through army firing range, MP claimsGetting children to school is becoming a thorny issue for councils to deal with.5 Jun 2026North YorkshireA-level maths exam marking to be watched closely by regulator after students say paper was 'unfair'More than 20,000 people sign a petition calling for a review of a paper they say was significantly more challenging than any past exam.5 Jun 2026Family & EducationFalling pupil numbers should lead to smaller class sizes, says unionThe union argues that instead of cutting teacher recruitment, the government should use falling pupil numbers to make class sizes smaller.4 Jun 2026Family & EducationSome A-level papers voided for students after exams leaked onlineEmily nearly lost access to her baby because of a hair strand test. Experts fear she's not aloneEducation secretary to ask competition watchdog to review hidden childcare costsBacklash over Department for Education videos with Gemma Collins Students at risk if universities go bust, say MPsFeatures & AnalysisMore than one in five pupils in England getting special educational needs supportMore than one in five pupils in England - around 1.8 million children - get extra support in school.Starmer preparing to announce social media restrictions for childrenThe prime minister has pledged "decisive" measures in response to calls for an Australia-style ban.'No dead ends': What the Dutch can teach us about tackling youth unemploymentThe Netherlands has one of the world's lowest rates of 16 to 24-year-olds not in education, employment or training.Cosmeticorexia: How girls are falling down a skincare rabbit holeFuelled by social media, the market for children's skincare is booming. Experts fear for the long-term impact on girlsHow a borough in Merseyside is bucking the UK's youth unemployment trendCould personalised early intervention help prevent under-16s falling into the Neet trap?
