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'The scores are harsh': Headteacher speaks out over Ofsted inspection result

15 March 2023
'The scores are harsh': Headteacher speaks out over Ofsted inspection result

'The scores are harsh': Headteacher speaks out over Ofsted inspection result

15 March 2023

The poor behaviour of some pupils and support for students with SEND have been highlighted by Ofsted as areas that need improvement at a high school.


Disruption to schooling today as deadlock sees strike go ahead

15 March 2023
Disruption to schooling today as deadlock sees strike go ahead

Disruption to schooling today as deadlock sees strike go ahead

15 March 2023

SuffolkNews is aware of some partial school closures today and tomorrow due to further strike action by the National Education Union (NEU).


'This kind of offending will not be tolerated': Man jailed for child sex offences

14 March 2023
'This kind of offending will not be tolerated': Man jailed for child sex offences

'This kind of offending will not be tolerated': Man jailed for child sex offences

14 March 2023

A 50-year-old man has been jailed after being found guilty of grooming a child, abducting her and sexually assaulting her.


Parents reminded to opt in to keep getting funded school travel

14 March 2023
Parents reminded to opt in to keep getting funded school travel

Parents reminded to opt in to keep getting funded school travel

14 March 2023

Suffolk County Council says parents must opt in by May 31 for funded school travel for the 2023/2024 school year.


'It's not fair on parents' to 'an extra week’s rest might be beneficial': You react to holidays idea

12 March 2023
'It's not fair on parents' to 'an extra week’s rest might be beneficial': You react to holidays idea

'It's not fair on parents' to 'an extra week’s rest might be beneficial': You react to holidays idea

12 March 2023

There has been mixed reaction to a proposal by an academy trust with about 30 Suffolk schools to increase the October half-term break to two weeks.


'Very happy, the nearest shop is a half-an-hour walk away': Joy over new store

11 March 2023
'Very happy, the nearest shop is a half-an-hour walk away': Joy over new store

'Very happy, the nearest shop is a half-an-hour walk away': Joy over new store

11 March 2023

Those living at a new housing development have shared what they think about plans for a convenience store and possible takeaway next door.


'Wonderful' new recording studio at sixth form thanks to donation

10 March 2023
'Wonderful' new recording studio at sixth form thanks to donation

'Wonderful' new recording studio at sixth form thanks to donation

10 March 2023

A trust launched in memory of a teacher has funded a new recording studio at a sixth form campus.


Event opens children's eyes to games technology of the future

10 March 2023
Event opens children's eyes to games technology of the future

Event opens children's eyes to games technology of the future

10 March 2023

Children have enjoyed a 'fun and exciting' day learning about new technologies at an event at a college.


'There will be a social club,' says centre director

10 March 2023
'There will be a social club,' says centre director

'There will be a social club,' says centre director

10 March 2023

There are plans for a formal social club, a charity director and trustee has said, following news one on an estate had ceased trading.


Suffolk is selected by the Government for a new special free school

09 March 2023
Suffolk is selected by the Government for a new special free school

Suffolk is selected by the Government for a new special free school

09 March 2023

A bid by Suffolk County Council has been successful for a proposed new school for children with severe learning difficulties.


October half-term break could be extended across a number of Suffolk schools

03 March 2023
October half-term break could be extended across a number of Suffolk schools

October half-term break could be extended across a number of Suffolk schools

03 March 2023

Consultation is taking place on increasing the October half-term break by a week across an academy trust's schools.


End of social club after more than 40 years

03 March 2023
End of social club after more than 40 years

End of social club after more than 40 years

03 March 2023

A social club on a town estate has announced it has ceased trading.


'It has made such a difference': New school kitchen is officially open

03 March 2023
'It has made such a difference': New school kitchen is officially open

'It has made such a difference': New school kitchen is officially open

03 March 2023

A primary school now has a new kitchen that is physically linked to the school hall.


New school library to transport children into 'world of imagination'

03 March 2023
New school library to transport children into 'world of imagination'

New school library to transport children into 'world of imagination'

03 March 2023

The opening of a new school library coincided with World Book Day celebrations.


More than £100k raised towards new workshops campus for youngsters

03 March 2023
More than £100k raised towards new workshops campus for youngsters

More than £100k raised towards new workshops campus for youngsters

03 March 2023

A charity that helps children gain new skills and build confidence through workshops is looking to expand further by opening an extra campus site.


Open day for 'degrees on your doorstep'

03 March 2023
Open day for 'degrees on your doorstep'

Open day for 'degrees on your doorstep'

03 March 2023

An event tomorrow will give people the chance to find out about higher education programmes offered in a market town.


School puts forward proposal to extend a half-term break to tackle absence rates

02 March 2023
School puts forward proposal to extend a half-term break to tackle absence rates

School puts forward proposal to extend a half-term break to tackle absence rates

02 March 2023

A school is consulting on plans to extend the October half-term break by a week and add 10 minutes to the end of the school day.


Major supermarket brand named as potential occupier of new store

02 March 2023
Major supermarket brand named as potential occupier of new store

Major supermarket brand named as potential occupier of new store

02 March 2023

Plans have been submitted for a community amenity area including two retail units within a new development.


Principal writes to parents following student protest linked to TikTok trend

01 March 2023
Principal writes to parents following student protest linked to TikTok trend

Principal writes to parents following student protest linked to TikTok trend

01 March 2023

A school leader has addressed concerns over access to toilets following a demonstration by students at her school.


NEU strike: 'It's about making sure the future of education is safeguarded'

01 March 2023
NEU strike: 'It's about making sure the future of education is safeguarded'

NEU strike: 'It's about making sure the future of education is safeguarded'

01 March 2023

Some students stayed home today due to partial closures at their schools as National Education Union teacher members carried out more strike action.