Education

[From left] Levelling Up Minister Jacob Young, Blackpool Council leader Lynn Williams, Blackburn with Darwen Council leader Phil Riley, Lancashire County Council leader Phillippa Williamson and, behind them, their respective government and council teams at the devolutionn deal signing ceremony at Lancaster Castle (image: Martin Bostock Photography)

Is Lancashire's devolution deal "great" or "a dud"? Let the debate begin...

Blackpool schools reported a record number of suspensions in the autumn term last year, new figures show.

Blackpool schools report having to suspend a record number of pupils

The site of the proposed new off licence

Hearing told of rowdy pupils stealing from shops 'during break time'

The cast of Grand Theatre's panto Aladdin. Pictured is Steve Royle as Wishee Washee with Tom Lister as Abanazar and Ben Harlow as Widow Twankey

Panto stars launch 'books on busses' giveaway with a magical fun-filled bus ride

Artist’s impressions of the Multiversity (Hawkins/Brown Architects)

First look at £65m student campus set for town centre

See pics of the 16 winners and Highly Commended

21 pics of the winners and guests from the Active Lancashire Awards

Knives seized in crackdown

Over 1,100 weapons seized and 239 arrests made in knife crime purge

Everybody's Talking About Jamie is touring the UK in 2023/24. Photo: Matt Crockett

Fierce, fabulous and FUN! I loved this teen drag-queen musical

The Cricketer's Schools Guide 2024

Myserscough College named among UK's best schools for cricket in The Cricketer's...

Park Community Academy in Whitegate Drive has retained its "outstanding" Ofsted rating following a recent inspection

Park Community Academy keeps ‘outstanding’ Ofsted in latest inspection

Youth hub to be demolished to make way for £1.7m redevelopment

Author Jeff Kinney talks to youngsters about his book, Diary of a Wimpy Kid

11 photos of Diary of a Wimpy Kid author at Blackpool schools

Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington rehearsed at Centre Stage Academy. Pictured with pupils and principal, Nicky Figgins

'Strictly stars use our school for rehearsals'

A posed image simulating a child being bullied.

Thousands of Lancashire parents unhappy over school bullying - here's what to do

Pantosaurus during one of his visits.

Hundreds of school children Talk PANTS with the NSPCC

Victoria Atkins MP (left) has taken the position of Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, previously held by Steve Barclay MP (right). Images: Getty

PM's cabinet reshuffle sees him swap one former Blackpool pupil for another
The Prime Minister has had a major reshuffle of his cabinet this week but did you know two of the main players hail from Blackpool?

NHS Digital figures show 2,965 of 13,400 Year 6 pupils measured in Lancashire were classed as obese or severely obese in 2022-23.

Childhood obesity rates have worsened following the coronavirus pandemic

Sgt Dan Whitaker talks about the dangers of carrying a knife

Warning signs that your child may carry a knife

Would giving the children of teachers and other staff priority for admission to the schools where their parents work help to plug jobs gaps? (image: Pixabay)

Teachers' children could get priority for admission to schools where they work

CPR training. Photo: Glasgow First Aid Courses

Heart Attack: Symptoms and lifesaving first aid tips

Millfield Science & Performing Arts College achieved a Progress 8 score of -0.07 which is average for the Local Authority. The school was rated as 'good' by Ofsted in 2022.

Progress 8 scores reveal the best and worst performing high schools

Progress 8 scores have been published showing the academic progress achieved by pupils at the resort's schools.

Progress 8 scores reveal the best and worst performing high schools

Some of the youngsters from Skool of Street which has secured government funding

Skool of Street celebrating cash boost for LGBTQ+ creative arts project

Rhiann Rowles with daughter Maisie at the storytelling festival

Story telling shows youngsters the value of libraries

Neil and Chloe – two of the characters from ‘Any of Us’

Movie makers mission to encourage foster carers to come forward in Blackpool

Concerns as unauthorised absences at schools in Blackpool rocket

Concerns as unauthorised absences at schools rocket

Hambleton Primary School

35 cute pictures of Blackpool's new reception classes
Here are 35 cute pictures marking the moment youngsters across Blackpool started their school journeys for the first time.

Manor Beach Primary School, Cleveleys

35 adorable pictures of reception class pupils across the Fylde Coast

22 wonderful pictures of reception classes at schools on Fylde Coast

Expert help in guiding your child on a rewarding and fulfilling path after school. Picture – supplied.

Ad Feature How to choose from A levels, T levels or apprenticeships in Lancashire

Workday Certification has become increasingly important in today's competitive job market. Photo: hkr

Workday Certified Professional: study program and practice tests

Artist's impression of the multiversity

Go ahead for powers to clear land for £65m campus in town centre

South Shore Academy was rated as "inadequate" following an inspection by Ofsted (Credit: Google)

South Shore Academy rated as ‘inadequate’ by Ofsted

Armfield Academy Mini Vultures

School reception class photos - how to view, buy and get copies of the paper

Artist's impression of the sports hall (photo from Cassidy & Ashton)

New sports facility given the go ahead by planners

Compulsory powers to be used to clear site for £65m student campus

Rear left to right Nicola Makinson, Rhys Stephenson, Dan Freedman. Photo: Fylde Coast Academy Trust

BBC 500 words comes to Blackpool Gateway Academy

A Lancashire teacher says that soaring absence rates could be reduced by air filters in every class

'End the hotbed of disease in schools': call for clean air in classrooms

FCAT students with family members of the late Joseph Delaney.

Joseph Delaney’s final book is launched at Montgomery Academy, Blackpool

Blackpool and The Fylde College has been named as one of top three further education colleges in England by the Office for Students

Blackpool & The Fylde College is the only Lancs provider to get special award

Westcliff pupils enjoying the beach area during OPAL play!

Westcliff Primary Academy adopt the OPAL play approach!

Lucas (left) with his brother (Isaac) collecting the Chief Scout Platinum Award. Photo: Angela Backhouse

Wyre scouts launch a county-wide challenge to pay tribute to former explorer who...

Rossall School Sumner Libary in 1915

Rossall School launches £1.5m fundraising bid to repair crumbling buildings

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) has received two new awards, whilst its Times ranking has been called into question.

UCLan recognised across various national ratings but one proves controversial

Schools and nurseries who had Ofsted reports published in August and September.

Schools and nurseries that had Ofsted reports published in September and August

Left: Junior Andre and Peter Andre attend the Nordoff and Robbins O2 Silver Clef Awards 2023. Right: Jamie Lomas attends The British Soap Awards 2023.

Hollyoaks star creates film for Lancashire’s kids featuring Peter Andre

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is the most affordable university in the country

UCLan named the most affordable university in the country

BBC Radio One have chosen UCLan as their home for Welcome Week

BBC Radio One to broadcast live from UCLan throughout Freshers Week

Blackpool Sixth can help you decide what subjects would suit you – sign up now for open dates in September or November. Submitted picture

Ad Feature Blackpool Sixth gives advice on academic vs vocational study

Carl Williams, Managing Partner at Grant Thornton UK LLP in the North West

Grant Thornton boosts school leaver intake to record high

A new family safeguarding service is being launched

£760,000 boost to help protect Blackpool's most vulnerable children

Top universities in the North West revealed in the 'Good University Guide 2024'

16 to 18-year-old students at four colleges in Lancashire can apply for new science and tech bursaries (image via MoD)

Bursaries for Blackpool and the Fylde students to study for defence careers

Blackpool Better Start supports young families

Pioneering £45m Lottery funded Blackpool Better Start programme extended

Everyone is talking about ChatGPT (Generative AI) who can communicate with you just like a human. Photo Unsplash

ChatGPT: Boon or Bane for education?