‘My child was missing school because of illness – but I was accused of making things up’
A broken education system is the reason so many pupils are missing from class, argues one struggling mother
A broken education system is the reason so many pupils are missing from class, argues one struggling mother
The prospect of yet more closures is leaving both parents and children utterly exasperated by the overreaction
They are a way for children to show off the confidence they’ve acquired, the bonds they have with their classmates, and their hard work
After taking her children to primary for the final time, here's what I learnt from those dreaded drop-offs
The ultimate guide for parents to ensure the first day back at school goes smoothly
Eleanor Mills, whose daughter earned a place at the university this week, shares how it has shaped their lives for a century
Blind rule-following may improve grades but does it stamp out individuality? A teacher who has seen the results discusses the pros and cons
Increasing numbers of Londoners are eyeing up schools north of the border, but what makes it such an attractive proposition for parents?
As Margaret Thatcher's education secretary, Lord Baker introduced 'all-or-nothing' exams for 16-year-olds – now he wants them abolished
Survivors of sexual harassment and abuse are calling upon private schools to change their culture. Here, one woman tells her story
An anonymous mother-of-two explains why her son won't be wearing a face covering - and why she thinks other parents should take a stand
A mother claims her son’s school is forcing him back before she feels it is safe
The longer schools have been closed, the more I have adjusted my own expectations of what we can achieve. It's been a relief all round
For children sitting this year's 11-plus, online exams and Zoom interviews (plus a few technical hitches) added to the stress
With schools shut until March, how can parents prevent their lockdown school timetable from getting stale? Try these bright ideas
With no end to the lockdown in sight, we talk to the parents who are grappling with times tables while trying to hold down a job
Lockdown is causing children to miss out on the joy of learning through practical experience, but these tips, toys and kids could help
We want to hear what you are doing differently when it comes to homeschooling this time around
Conspiracy theories, public shaming, embarrassing memes - what has happened to our WhatsApp group?
The BBC's head of education explains how and why the corporation is putting educational content in mainstream TV slots