Education & Learning
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School roof collapse kills at least 18 people, injures more than 3 dozen in Pakistan
An official says the roof of a private school has collapsed in northwestern Pakistan and killed at least 17 schoolchildren and a teacher
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Harrogate sewing tutor turns redundancy into chance to follow her passion
A Harrogate sewing tutor is helping adults and children learn new skills after turning her hobby into a business.
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School funding crisis risks doing 'enormous damage' to children's education
Major concerns have been raised over the impact on school funding shortfalls on students
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A gang rape allegation at Cornell highlights how Title IX guides campus sex assault cases
Cornell University’s handling of an alleged fraternity house gang rape is raising questions about how a decades-old federal civil rights law shapes colleges’ treatment of campus sexual assault
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Software breakthrough could spur quantum computer advances, Edinburgh study suggests
Researchers have developed an algorithm that enables off-the-shelf computers to run quantum simulations previously only possible using the world’s most powerful supercomputers
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France’s students are angry about more than crumbling classrooms and missing teachers
Beneath a wave of school protests in France lies an altogether more existential worry: the future prospects of an entire generation
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All the new driving licence rules introduced in October
Learners must now spend at least six months getting driving experience before they can take a practical test
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New swim school brings baby and toddler lessons to Harrogate
A new swim school is helping babies and young children build their confidence in the water in Harrogate.
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Council issues reminder to York parents over secondary school applications
City of York Council is reminding parents to apply for secondary school places.
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Independent school pioneering AI says teaching comes first, tools second
ESM has developed a policy on the use of AI in classrooms that has specific guidance for grade levels, but keeps teaching at the forefront.
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Golf clubs and private schools among businesses facing severe water use restrictions
Golf courses and private schools could be banned from using mains supplies to irrigate lawns
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University of York and FutureLearn set out new vision for online learning
The University of York has announced an expansion to its partnership with FutureLearn to accelerate the growth, innovation and global reach of its online education portfolio.
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Council issues reminder to York parents over secondary school applications
City of York Council is reminding parents to apply for secondary school places.
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Average child has spent almost 53 school days on social media since ban announcement
Teachers continue to see harmful online content shaping students’ behaviour everyday, National Education Union chief warns
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Stop making sense: focus on sounds to help learn a language, study suggests
Research shows that the best linguists process unfamiliar foreign speech sounds more like non-speech sounds
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At least 160,000 people take to streets in third week of French school protests
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg joins teenagers calling for investment to fix teacher shortages and crumbling schools
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World of Warcraft: Forever won't destroy what made old classes so satisfying
You will wait patiently for your next ability and you will learn to love it.
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The school curriculum risks becoming a target-driven quagmire - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Robert Dring, Washington, Tyne & Wear.
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More Than 100 Students to Learn Lifesaving CPR Skills at Queen Ethelburga’s
More than 100 students at Queen Ethelburga’s College will receive CPR training on Friday, 16 October, as part of Restart a Heart Day 2026.
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'Ragebait' crowned Germany’s Youth Word of the Year
If your children, students or younger colleagues in Germany keep using familiar English words in unfamiliar ways, this year’s Youth Word of the Year may explain why.
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Humza Yousaf to lead Edinburgh University masterclasses on polarisation
Former first minister Humza Yousaf will deliver two masterclasses at the University of Edinburgh to help students navigate political and social divisions.
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Harrogate careers event inspires next generation of Yorkshire farmers
Agritunity, held at the Pavilions of Harrogate, brought together secondary school and college pupils from across the region.
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Harrogate careers event inspires next generation of Yorkshire farmers
Agritunity, held at the Pavilions of Harrogate, brought together secondary school and college pupils from across the region.
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North Yorkshire parents urged to apply now for 2027 primary school places
North Yorkshire parents must apply online for September 2027 primary school admissions by January 15, 2027. School places announced on April 16, 2027.
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Student who spells by blinking is denied chance to sit exam
Romi Loffler is battling to take her history exam with reasonable adjustments allowing for her condition.
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Primary school admissions for September 2027 are now open
Parents and carers with children due to start primary school in North Yorkshire in September next year can apply for their places now.
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Primary school applications open for September 2027 in North Yorkshire
Parents and carers in North Yorkshire can now apply for primary school places for children due to start school in September 2027.
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Norfolk school stabbing trial hears from defendant's mum
The mother of a boy accused of attempted murder at a high school gives evidence at his trial.
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Teens at Sydney private religious school made to share beds with teachers, inquiry hears
Former student says nothing untoward happened to her during stays but tells NSW parliamentary inquiry culture of Redeemer Baptist School left much to ‘untangle’ as an adult
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All the new driving licence rules introduced in October
Learners must now spend at least six months getting driving experience before they can take a practical test
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Teenager arrested after two teachers shot in French school
A 14-year-old was detained after the middle-school principal and teacher were injured.
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Launch of new school for children under 12 in York
A second private school has announced changes to its structure. St Peter's on Bootham has launched its new look Junior School.
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Launch of new school for children under 12 in York
A second private school has announced changes to its structure. St Peter's on Bootham has launched its new look Junior School.
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Retrofit schools and consider moving exams to beat extreme heat, says teaching union leader
NEU’s Daniel Kebede says earlier start times and longer summer breaks may be needed to help pupils and teachers
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New music initiative gives children across York chance to learn an instrument
The Great Tudor Recorder Project will officially begin in 10 local schools, aiming to provide children with extended access to music education.
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New music initiative gives children across York chance to learn an instrument
The Great Tudor Recorder Project will officially begin in 10 local schools, aiming to provide children with extended access to music education.
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Blizzard is making WoW: Forever's classes have more 'engaging depth' with new mechanics, as 'some classes' in World of Warcraft Classic 'were too simple' — 'The level of mechanical complexity found in the beta classes is indicative of our intentions'
Blizzard confirmed it won't modernize WoW: Forever's classes, as it wants to align with the "Classic" experience, but some will receive more "engaging depth."
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Plan 2: Three friends on a decade of student loans
Lizzy, Charlotte and Libby studied at the same time, but their student debt now looks very different.
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Falling international student numbers create ‘massive problems’ for Australian universities, expert warns
Immigration debate and visa uncertainty is putting students off and increasing pressure on budgets
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School bus driver fired from route after letting student rescue kitten
The student’s mother says that her son would have been ‘devastated’ if she had left the kitten behind
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All the new driving licence rules introduced in October
Learners must now spend at least six months getting driving experience before they can take a practical test
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Darlington residents offered chance to learn gardening skills in free course
The new 10-week Grow, Learn, Thrive gardening course in Darlington is helping people grow their skills and confidence.
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Therapy dogs bring calm and joy to students following shooting at Colorado high school
Evergreen High School has introduced two Labradors, Norene and Polenta, to help students cope with stress after a school shooting
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Durham University honorary graduate Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
A Durham University honorary graduate and former Durham Law School figure has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law.
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Teaching assistant guilty of grooming and sexual activity with schoolboy
Rock was found guilty at Isle of Wight Crown Court on Friday
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Debates over AI Sovereignty could result in a painful lesson for students
Why AI sovereignty threatens students' access to learning tools
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Teacher at private school banned after threatening to punch pupil and hitting wall
The former teacher was alleged to have told a student ‘I am the alpha male’ before hitting a wall
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School bus driver fired from route after letting student rescue kitten
The student’s mother says that her son would have been ‘devastated’ if she had left the kitten behind
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A new IU Indianapolis course helps students engage with big ideas
Faith Evans has enrolled in a new class at IU Indianapolis called Cornerstone, which encourages students to explore life's big questions through literature
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Look inside Starbeck Primary School's fantastic new library
The Mayor has cut the ribbon to mark the completion of a Harrogate school's exciting project devoted to children’s literacy
