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In December 1952 an icy cold spell settled over London. The air was still, the skies unmoving. People did what they always did and lit their coal fires to keep warm. But with no wind to carry the smoke away, the city slowly choked. The Great Smog wasn’t caused by …

Launched in 2024, the STAEDTLER Noris Handwriting Pen is quickly becoming a classroom favourite. Built with direct input from educators, it’s designed to meet the real demands of schools, from sustainability to durability.  This isn’t just another pen. It’s a practical, long-lasting handwriting tool that supports both teachers and students.  …

How schools are saving time, reducing costs and improving digital access – with smart locker automation Across Further and Higher Education, smart locker systems have already transformed how students access and return IT equipment, saving staff time, improving device availability, and cutting costs. Now, schools and sixth forms are seeing …

Raising the Bar in Modular Building Hire Wernick Hire, a well-established name in portable and modular accommodation solutions, has announced the launch of its dedicated Modular Hire division – strengthening its position as a leading provider of temporary modular buildings across the UK. While Wernick Hire has long supplied modular …

Mulberry Academy London Dock is a new secondary school and sixth form in the inner-city London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Designed by Passivhaus specialist architects Architype, the school is a thoroughly sustainable building with the lowest possible whole life carbon in line with the UK’s net zero objectives. Energy efficient …

Strong social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) is the most significant factor in children leading happy, fulfilled, and independent lives. It underpins learning, relationships, aspiration, and long-term wellbeing. But in recent years, children’s SEMH needs have risen sharply – accelerated by the pandemic, social pressures, and growing inequality. SEMH is …

For thousands of young people each year, GCSE resits are more than just a second chance — they’re a crucial gateway to further education, training, and employment. Yet for many students, the idea of facing these exams again can be overwhelming and intimidating. In the 2023–24 academic year alone, nearly …

Access Education is supporting UK schools and trusts with a new integration that’s set to transform how education teams attract, hire, and onboard talent. The well-known HR and payroll provider has joined forces with SchoolRecruiter (part of Eteach Group) – the leading Applicant Tracking System (ATS) built specifically for schools …

At LapSafe®, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a responsibility we take seriously. From building long-lasting smart locker systems to designing energy-efficient charging solutions, LapSafe® always looking for new ways to reduce our environmental impact and help its customers do the same. Now, LapSafe® are proud to introduce its latest step …

Sign up for the International Reading Conference 2025 here! Join the free online event on the 10th, 11th and 12th of June 2025 to hear experts discuss best practices and strategies to encourage reading for pleasure, reading for learning and reading for life. Hosted by TV personality and education expert …