Education

The report also found 42% of all Oxbridge places go to pupils from private schools.

Amanda Spielman will argue parents should not ‘abdicate’ their responsibility for preparing children for adult life.

Trial scheme follows research suggesting written homework is less beneficial to learning than 20 minutes of reading a day, the head said.

The rising proportion of top level degrees being awarded could be evidence of grade inflation.

Nursery workers report worrying rise in swearing children as 12% said they often hear youngsters using profanities.

The University of Oxford has taken "responsibility for missing an opportunity" after denying it rejected Stormzy's scholarship offer.

The EIS union has been calling for teachers to be given a 10% rise to restore the value of salaries following public sector pay caps.

Children's TV programme Blue Peter will celebrate turning 60 today with a reunion of some of its former presenters.

The reality show contestant said people shouldn't take shows like Love Island seriously and should just enjoy it.

Clapping has been banned at some events by a student union keen to be more inclusive towards those with anxiety or sensory issues.

Live updates