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Schools, universities and education policy. Institutional figures are checked against the federal College Scorecard rather than taken from an announcement.
Arday Resigns From Cambridge as Inquiry Opens
Jason Arday resigned from the University of Cambridge after the institution launched an investigation into his qualifications.
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Modeling Study Links First Fleet to 1789 Smallpox Outbreak in Australia
A modeling study published July 9 concludes the British First Fleet brought smallpox to Australia in 1788. The research estimates approximately 220,000 Indigenous people died from the 1789 outbreak near Port Jackson.
UK Survey Shows Rising Doubt For University Value
A 2025 British Social Attitudes survey found 34% of UK residents think a degree is not worth the cost, up from 14% in 2005. Experts cite rising tuition fees, stagnant repayment thresholds, and economic pressures as key factors in declining public confidence.
British Council Italy Staff Plan Strike For Job Cuts
British Council staff in Italy plan strikes over proposed cuts to teaching roles. The Council cites loan repayment and funding gaps for restructuring efforts affecting European operations.
UCL Study Finds Math Ability Grouping Benefits High-Achievers
University College London's Institute of Education finds grouping pupils by math ability improves outcomes for high-achievers without harming lower-attainers. The research highlights the need for specialist teachers to support effective ability grouping in schools.
UK Government Plans School Food Standards Overhaul
The UK government plans to ban deep-fried foods and limit high-sugar items in schools by 2027. Schools must also publish menus online and serve at least one portion of vegetables with each meal.
Department for Education Advises Screen Time Limits for Young Children
The Department for Education advises limiting screen use for children under five to one hour daily. Joint viewing with adults is recommended over solo screen time for better development.