Violence between girls is ‘increasing in frequency and severity’, according to new Scottish research that explores how to address it

Settings should also appoint a ‘security lead’, according to government guidance on how to respond to terrorism

DfE decision to pull the plug on funding for the career-change programme is ‘myopic’ amid a spiralling recruitment and retention crisis, say trust leaders

National Crime Agency issues guidance to teachers about spotting the signs of this 'callous' abuse

NAHT survey also reveals that 6 in 10 school leaders are not satisfied with the condition of their school buildings

Two in five teaching assistants are now covering classes for the equivalent of at least a day a week, union warns

Those with a confirmed case of the crumbly concrete will be eligible for inspections this summer term but can postpone them if they wish

Net Capacity Assessment pilot found 'discrepancies' in school capacity numbers provided by local authorities and those found by government property assessors

The DfE’s Trust Capacity Fund aims to encourage trusts to take on challenging schools. Tes analysis uncovers to what extent this is happening

Government could take 'radical step' of replacing the current system, which has seen special schools paid £10,000 per place since 2013, leaders are told

This week’s essential education news includes the DfE under fire for not scrapping single-word Ofsted judgements and warnings about funding for a teacher pay rise

The proportion of headteachers saying that GCSE marking is accurate has dropped significantly compared with a year ago

Pupil misbehaviour is causing regular interruptions to lessons and impacting their wellbeing and mental health, say three-quarters of teachers

Which teachers will be eligible for levelling-up premium payments, and when they can apply?

The government says it will continue to look at alternative systems but insists that, overall, single-word Ofsted grades have 'significant benefits'