Education

Tutors International says urgent enquiries from Dubai-based families have increased in recent days

Ad Feature Families exploring moves from Dubai seek education continuity

MLA College has been granted taught degree-awarding powers by the Office for Students

Ad Feature MLA College granted powers to award its own degrees

A new postgraduate qualification designed specifically for professional tutors aims to give families a clearer picture of the training behind a tutor's work

Ad Feature New PGCE will help parents choose a private tutor with confidence

Yewlands day nursery, Leyland

'Impressive' Leyland children's nursery sold to national operator

Sea View Trust Central Team members, Tilbury Douglas colleagues and Applebee Wood Staff and pupils

Major milestone as "world class" special school nears completion

The course develops tutors' ability to adapt teaching to the individual, respond in real time, and support learner progress

Ad Feature New postgraduate tutoring qualification launches in UK

Pupils with the Roald Dahl books donated by Barratt Homes

New chapter for Lancashire schools celebrating famous author

Dr Karen Boardman has been appointed Partou Group SEND and Inclusion Lead

Lancashire nursery provider appoints SEND and inclusion leader

HRH The Princess Royal with pupils from five schools in Lancs.

Let's Learn Moor marks ten years with BASC Patron The Princess Royal

In pics: The Princess Royal visits Rainbow Hub for 25th anniversary

Children practising their cutting skills at Tiddlywinks Nursery, which joined Epworth Education Trust in September 2026.

Tiddlywinks Nursery joins Epworth Trust, securing Leyland future

Eight in 10 Brits feel they learnt more lessons in the 'university of life'

Brits believe lessons learnt outside the classroom are more important

Samuel Jones won a gold medal for refrigeration and air conditioning skills

Ad Feature Team UK wins gold medals at international skills competition

Aurora Keyes Barn headteacher Dalziel McAlister with pupil

Ofsted praises Salwick specialist school’s pupil support

Partou Stonehouse Day Nursery and Pre-school in Leyland has achieved ‘expected standard’ in all six key evaluation areas following an Ofsted inspection

Leyland nursery makes the grade with Ofsted

Iain Parks, Director of Education for Blackburn Diocese

Education Director warns of 'quiet crisis' in County schools
Growing concerns about the impact of England's new Ofsted inspection framework on school leaders in the County have been highlighted by the Director of Education for Blackburn Diocese, Iain Parks.
Ronnie Semley

Three quarters of students and teachers find it hard to trust AI's accuracy, while almost two thirds of students worry they're becoming too reliant on the technology

Ad Feature AI is making students more paranoid, research suggests

Kennington Primary School, Fulwood, prepare to welcome members of the public to see their plastic classroom, The Bubble, as part of Heritage Open Days.

Take a look inside Preston's famously quirky 1970s 'bubble' classroom

University of Benghazi reopens after 11 years in a historic milestone

Ad Feature University reopens after 11 years and breaks three world records

Three quarters of all learning types also agreed seeing something visually is important before they’re able to fully understand it

Brits typically fall into one of six learning personalities

The wait is over for parents and carers as they can now apply online for children who are either starting primary school or moving to secondary school in September 2027. Make sure they get a seat

Online applications open for 2027 school places in Lancashire

The new educators were welcomed at GEMS Awareness Day 2026

Ad Feature GEMS Education welcomes 1550 new teachers to its global network

Lancashire County Council has issued an update on its SEND services ahead of the new school year.

'We know there's more to do': LCC's back to school update on SEND

Spud Bros Jacob and Harley Nelson have signed an exclusive Area Development Agreement with leading UAE hospitality operator Forward Hospitality.

We thought it was too good to be true - Spud Bros announce big news

County Hall, Preston

'Best birthday present' - grandma hails end of 20-month EHCP battle

Lancashire County Council's cabinet member for Education and Skills, Councillor Matthew Salter, has shared his congratulations.

GCSE results day 2026: Pupils congratulated as they look to the future

VdoCipher serves education, media, enterprise training, and entertainment organisations, and is expanding across Europe and the UK

Ad Feature Video piracy is a growing concern for online educators
VdoCipher reports rising demand from EdTech businesses across Europe and UK as online course content becomes a growing piracy target.
Emily Jordan

AKS Lytham is celebrating the achievements of its Class of 2026

AKS hail exceptional A level results as 68% achieve at A*-B

Students from Accrington and Rossendale College celebrating last year. This year’s pictures are still to come.

99% pass rate for technical education students at East Lancs college

Nelson and Colne College, part of East Lancashire Learning Group

1 in 3 A Level students at Nelson & Colne College secure A*-A grades

Lancashire County Council's cabinet member for Education and Skills, Councillor Matthew Salter, has shared his congratulations.

Lancashire County Council says bravo to Lancashire students

A youngster gets hands on with a horse at Mysercough College

Preston summer school helps aspiring vets take first step

The vacant Sion Park Community Hub could become a Light and Life church.

Plans have gone in for a new place of worship in Preston

Nuh’s Ark Nursery

Preston nursery praised despite hygiene concerns

Headteacher Jamie Lewis (centre) with Wellfield pupils and Keir representatives as work begins on the new school site.

Multi-million pound Leyland school rebuild begins

New DfE guidance has increased the eligibility for families receiving Universal Credit, meaning more children will qualify for Free School Meals than ever before.

More schoolchildren to get free meals - how you can apply

The rebuild of Wellfield Academy in Leyland has begun (July , 2026)

The first spade is in the ground as Leyland school gets rebuilt

Year 10 students from Eden Boys' School, Preston, at ROCCIA's Future Careers Event

Preston retailer inspires 120 students

'Unsustainable' Fylde coast grammar school acquired by leading global education group

'Unsustainable' Lancs grammar school bought by global education group

The campaign is being backed by Lee Parkinson MBE, better known as Mr. P

Ad Feature Nearly one in three people admit they couldn't handle teaching

Lancashire County Council has been crowned the top local authority for apprenticeships in the Top Apprenticeship Employers 2026 list.

LCC crowned top local authority for apprenticeships in national table

Mayor Khan on her visit to Preston College

Mayor meets apprentices building bright futures

6,000 students from GBS graduated at ceremonies in Leeds, Birmingham, Manchester, and London

Ad Feature 6,000 students graduate from Global Banking School

The former milkman scooped the luxury Surrey mansion in the latest Omaze draw.

Lancashire man swaps bungalow for £4m mansion after £50 Omaze entry

Kate Wallace is the new principal and chief executive of Preston College.

Preston College announces new principal and chief executive

Steph McGovern will host the celebration in Cornwall

Ad Feature Steph McGovern hosts first Vocational Day

CUHK climbs 14 places to enter the global top 20 for the first time

Ad Feature CUHK enters QS World Rankings top 20

Golden Hill Short Stay School, Leyland

Leyland school field being sold off for housing

19 amazing snaps from Archbishop Temple Church of England High School's 2026 prom

19 amazing snaps from Archbishop Temple's 2026 prom

Lancaster Farms.

Jail watchdog's ears over education cuts

Lancashire Police have raised awareness with hospitality staff across Lancashire on how to spot the signs of child sexual exploitation after 10 hotels failed to recognise a potential incident.

Hotel staff failed potential child sexual exploitation incident

Coushal Sriram, 8, who attends Euxton C of E Primary School, was one of the winners in the Maths Olympiad graduate category at the British Youth International College (BYITC) Inspire Awards 2026 – Achievers Spotlight.

Meet the eight-year-old boy genius from Chorley collecting awards

Best school-age education project: Year Six Dividend - City Pay It Forward

Ad Feature UK Financial Capability Awards spotlight five programmes

Bloom Curriculum Founders Rebekah Walne and Hannah Jezeph

Two Lancashire teachers launch Bloom Curriculum

Harris Primary School was especially applauded for its inclusive culture.

Preston school's inclusivity is particularly applauded in new report

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