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School 'severe absences' at highest rate since Covid-19 pandemic

Department for Education (DfE) figures show the increase was driven by primary and special schools

The Independent UK · Oct 15

Headteachers threaten strike ballots after losing confidence in Ofsted

Unions tell government to fix ‘overbearing mess’ of inspection regime and its impact on staff wellbeing – or risk industrial action

The Guardian - UK · Oct 9

The school day around the training day: how young athletes keep education on track

A practical look at education for young athletes, from DfE accreditation and live teaching to flexible timetables, qualifications and exams.

inkl · Oct 2

What time are GCSE results released today? All you need to know

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The Independent UK · Aug 20

‘Cheap travel is not a defence’: the parents facing court for school absences in England

In one court in Kent, most cases relate to term-time holidays, but non-attendance is a complex issue and post-pandemic rates remain high

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15

Does my child qualify for free school meals? What to know as around 500,000 more pupils eligible

The Child Poverty Action Group has urged the Government to do more to let families know of the policy change

The Independent UK · Aug 11

UK Student Loan Interest Rates Set for September With 6% Cap on Plans 2 and 3 Loans

Plan 2 and Plan 3 student loan interest rates will be capped at 6% from 1 September, in line with the confirmed 2026/27 rates.

International Business Times UK · Aug 11

ExfilSquad Dumps 135,000 UK Police Records on Dark Web Alongside Education Ministry Data in Cyber Spree

Hacking group ExfilSquad claims responsibility for breaching UK gov databases, affecting over 740,000 records. The breach involves the Police National Legal Database and the Department for Education.

International Business Times UK · Aug 2

Department for Education Data Breach Explained: What To Do if Your Personal Information Was Compromised

The Department for Education is investigating a cyberattack that exposed 607,000 records of school leaders and university staff. The breach highlights vulnerabilities in public sector cyber security.

International Business Times UK · Jul 30

Hackers Steal 607,000 Contact Records From Department for Education in England

The Department for Education confirms a cyber-attack affecting 607,000 records, raising security concerns. No financial data was accessed, and the breach was quickly contained, limiting risk to individuals.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29