Academies6 days agoThe schools still deciding on two week half term BBC Surrey political reporter, Jack Fiehn, looks at the plans for a two week half term in 2026.6 days ago17 Jun 2025Teachers criticise trust move to extend school dayUnions warn the move would add further pressure on teacher workload and impact job recruitment. 17 Jun 20252 Jun 2025Teachers to strike over longer school hoursOutwood Grange Academies Trust says the extension will bring it into line with government guidance.2 Jun 202513 May 2025Parent and pupil backlash over school arts cutsNewfield School plans to boost core subject teaching time, with a reduction in hours for other topics.13 May 20256 Mar 2025More strikes due at school that became academyUnion members at Harris Primary Academy South Kenton have voted to strike over pay and conditions.6 Mar 202520 Jan 2025Academy trust to hand over schools after money rowUniversity of Brighton Academies Trust runs 11 primary schools and three secondary schools.20 Jan 202510 Jan 2025Schools not joining academy trust after protestHove Learning Federation says it will continue to work with Brighton & Hove City Council.10 Jan 20253 Dec 2024Parents launch petition for head teacher to resignA petition is launched by parents who are concerned about the way their children are being treated.3 Dec 202419 Nov 2024Hove schools urged to rethink academy planWest Hove Infant School and Hove Juniors are considering joining the Aurora Multi Academy Trust.19 Nov 2024...