Drive to make sure lockdown pupils have laptops is still falling short, say charities and teachers.
Tag: Education
N.Ireland schools not ‘major source’ of spreading Covid
The comments in a Public Health Agency presentation emerge as NI reaches 2,000 Covid-related deaths.
Pupils in Scotland could face two-metre distancing
A Scottish government advisory group says the measure should apply when schools begin a phased return this month.
Covid: What can families do over half-term?
With restrictions still in place, parents will need to be creative to keep the children entertained.
Kids Company founder and former trustees win disqualification fight
Judge rejects bid to ban Camila Batmanghelidjh and seven ex-trustees from being company directors.
Covid: Pandemic ‘having crushing impact on young lives’
A report finds 30% of 17 and 18-year-olds who responded said they were worried “most of the time”.
Covid: Head warns of effect on early years pupils ‘lasting years’
A principal fears for the long-term impact of school disruption on reception and Year 1 pupils.
University of Manchester vice chancellor faces no confidence vote
The referendum is the first vote over a vice chancellor in the University of Manchester’s history.
‘Cronyism’ warning over Tory peer as student watchdog
Labour calls for an investigation into Lord Wharton’s appointment to chair the Office for Students.
Covid: Lancaster students climb out of windows to escape party fine
Police say 70 people were at the party in Lancaster but they “caught” 38 who were fined £800 each.
Covid: Outdoor education centres bid to reopen after Easter
Overnight trips away from home will help boost pupils’ wellbeing after lockdown, say outdoor leaders.
One in 10 teens in UK has tried hard drugs
A study of 20,000 young people finds a third have used cannabis and half admit to binge-drinking.