Academies17 Dec 2025'Small schools are hearts of their communities' A north-east England academy trust says it has no plans to close schools despite low pupil numbers.17 Dec 202515 Sep 2025'College run like a concentration camp', parents sayNew rules on toilet use and time between lessons has upset parents and pupils at an academy school.15 Sep 202526 Aug 2025Tributes pour in for 'inspirational' school leaderDave Baker, founder of the Olympus Academy Trust, held many senior roles in the education sector.26 Aug 202514 Jul 2025The schools still deciding on two week half term BBC Surrey political reporter, Jack Fiehn, looks at the plans for a two week half term in 2026.14 Jul 202517 Jun 2025Teachers criticise trust move to extend school dayUnions warn the move would add further pressure on teacher workload and impact job recruitment. 17 Jun 20252 Jun 2025Teachers to strike over longer school hoursOutwood Grange Academies Trust says the extension will bring it into line with government guidance.2 Jun 202513 May 2025Parent and pupil backlash over school arts cutsNewfield School plans to boost core subject teaching time, with a reduction in hours for other topics.13 May 20256 Mar 2025More strikes due at school that became academyUnion members at Harris Primary Academy South Kenton have voted to strike over pay and conditions.6 Mar 202520 Jan 2025Academy trust to hand over schools after money rowUniversity of Brighton Academies Trust runs 11 primary schools and three secondary schools.20 Jan 2025...
