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Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Extend fully paid maternity leave for UK teachers to stem exodus, union says

Full maternity pay for teachers in the UK should be increased to 26 weeks to address the high turnover of women in their 30s.
NYC parents
fromwww.thelocal.se
4 days ago

IN DATA: How many teen deportations are there in Sweden?

Teen deportations in Sweden involve young adults aged 18-20 facing permit refusals, often due to age or parental residency status changes.
#sweden
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 days ago

Swedish union leaders warn 'haphazard' citizenship reforms could harm international reputation

Support for transitional rules in Sweden's citizenship overhaul is crucial to maintain trust and attract skilled workers.
Education
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 days ago

'We can go elsewhere': Skilled workers question future in Sweden over citizenship reforms

Chandra and Vibha face uncertainty over Swedish citizenship due to sudden rule changes affecting their applications and those of many others.
UK politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

Swedish migration minister doesn't rule out meeting citizenship campaigners

Swedish Migration Minister Johan Forssell is aware of the Fair Transition campaign but has not committed to meeting with its representatives.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

Swedish security police justify stance on citizenship transitional rules

Sweden's Sapo opposes transitional rules for citizenship due to lengthy threat identification processes and potential security risks.
#easter
Parenting
fromwww.thelocal.se
5 days ago

'All must have prizes': what Easter egg socialism says about Sweden

Easter egg hunts in Sweden differ from those in England, emphasizing equality over competition, which can be frustrating for those accustomed to traditional practices.
Parenting
fromwww.thelocal.se
5 days ago

'All must have prizes': what Easter egg socialism says about Sweden

Easter egg hunts in Sweden differ from those in England, emphasizing equality over competition, which can be frustrating for those accustomed to traditional practices.
#childcare
Fundraising
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

'My son's nursery closed with just 29 days' notice - why?

The closure of Hackney Day Nursery left families scrambling for alternatives amid concerns over underinvestment and affordability in local childcare options.
Fundraising
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

'My son's nursery closed with just 29 days' notice - why?

The closure of Hackney Day Nursery left families scrambling for alternatives amid concerns over underinvestment and affordability in local childcare options.
fromwww.thelocal.se
5 days ago

Swedish government wants to renegotiate pay transparency directive

It has become increasingly clear how great the challenges are in implementing the directive in a national context, both for us in Sweden and in other EU countries. Therefore, a relaunch at EU level is needed and we are now taking the initiative to do so.
EU data protection
#screen-time
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Parenting

Under fives should have no more than an hour a day of screen time, under new UK advice

Children under five should have limited screen time to promote healthy habits and cognitive development.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
Parenting

Under-fives should not be on screens for more than an hour a day, parents told

New Government advice limits screen time for children under five to one hour daily, aiming to support parents in managing digital exposure.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Under fives should have no more than an hour a day of screen time, under new UK advice

Children under five should have limited screen time to promote healthy habits and cognitive development.
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Under-fives should not be on screens for more than an hour a day, parents told

New Government advice limits screen time for children under five to one hour daily, aiming to support parents in managing digital exposure.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Almost half of primary teachers in England see pupils with eating disorders, survey finds

Eating disorders among students are increasingly prevalent, with significant numbers of teachers observing these issues in primary and secondary schools.
Design
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 weeks ago

school storage units transform into modular sensory furniture for early childhood education

TRIMINÓ is a modular furniture system for early childhood education that integrates sensory learning features into interactive storage units, supporting motor skills and literacy development through everyday use.
#education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago
Education

Teachers warn of extreme online content influencing pupils in British schools

Teachers report significant influence of harmful online content on students, highlighting the need for stricter regulations on tech companies.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
Education

Top schools slammed for appallingly' low intake of Send pupils: It's a disgrace'

Disadvantaged pupils with special educational needs are underrepresented in England's top secondary schools, exacerbating social segregation and inequality.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Teachers warn of extreme online content influencing pupils in British schools

Teachers report significant influence of harmful online content on students, highlighting the need for stricter regulations on tech companies.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Top schools slammed for appallingly' low intake of Send pupils: It's a disgrace'

Disadvantaged pupils with special educational needs are underrepresented in England's top secondary schools, exacerbating social segregation and inequality.
#educational-architecture
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Shorter school days and more breaks under review as Dail committee pushes for 'holistic' Finnish model

Members of the Dáil's Education Committee stated that Irish curriculums are 'overloaded' and must be reduced, advocating for a focus on nature and outdoor activities.
Education
#special-educational-needs
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
Education

Schools do not have enough staff to make SEND reforms work, union warns

Schools lack sufficient staff and funding to support the government's inclusion goals for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Education

Lack of specialist staff hinders support for Send children, teacher survey finds

Oversized classes and inadequate staffing hinder support for children with special educational needs and disabilities in England's mainstream schools.
Education
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Schools do not have enough staff to make SEND reforms work, union warns

Schools lack sufficient staff and funding to support the government's inclusion goals for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Lack of specialist staff hinders support for Send children, teacher survey finds

Oversized classes and inadequate staffing hinder support for children with special educational needs and disabilities in England's mainstream schools.
#homeschooling
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago
Online learning

I taught in public schools for more than a decade. Homeschooling my kids shifted my perspective on a student's success.

fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago
Online learning

I taught in public schools for more than a decade. Homeschooling my kids shifted my perspective on a student's success.

fromwww.thelocal.se
2 weeks ago

Swedish government scraps language tests for permanent residency

A government inquiry recommended back in 2023 that those applying for permanent residency should from 2027 be required to pass a test proving that they have reached a level of A2 on the CEFR, the EU's Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This is equivalent to SFI level C, and is classified as a "basic" level of Swedish.
Europe politics
Higher education
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Six in ten foreign doctoral students still in Sweden three years after graduating

Six out of ten foreign doctoral students remain in Sweden three years after graduation, but face lower employment rates than Swedish-born peers.
Careers
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Number of unemployed graduates rise in Sweden as companies want blue-collar workers

Sweden faces a labor market mismatch: graduates are unemployed while companies struggle to fill blue-collar positions, requiring educational programs to align with market demands.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Parents of Send pupils without EHCPs are least satisfied with schools, survey in England finds

Parents of children with special needs feel alienated from schools without legal protection, highlighting dissatisfaction in the education system.
#swedish-deportation-policy
UK politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Moderate youth leader confident of solution for Sweden's teen deportations

Douglas Thor raised concerns about unfair deportations in Sweden, focusing on integrated workers and young adults losing residency rights, prioritizing solutions over personal credit.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Does Sweden need an 'integration amnesty' to stop deportations?

Fredrik Kopsch's book advocates amnesty for integrated foreigners facing deportation in Sweden, sparked by viral TikTok content about a young Iranian man's deportation case.
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

My family moved from the US to Spain. The transition wasn't easy - here are 5 pros and cons of raising children abroad.

A Connecticut family relocated to Spain to pursue a slower lifestyle, reduce financial obligations, and provide cultural exposure for their children despite initial adaptation challenges.
#kindergarten
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Why there are limited benefits when parents hold back their child in kindergarten

Holding back a child from kindergarten offers limited long-term academic benefits, though it may provide developmental advantages for some children.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: California's reading reforms drive push for better math skills in early grades

California passed legislation requiring phonics-based reading instruction and teacher training to address critically low student reading proficiency rates, with proposed similar measures for mathematics achievement.
#early-childhood-education
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I moved from Sweden to Los Angeles. I wasn't prepared for how seriously American parents take playdates.

Swedish parents drop children off at playdates expecting independence, while American parents typically stay and supervise, reflecting different cultural approaches to trust and parenting.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

EMB 2230 Mainstream schools to receive extra funding to support Send children

Government pledges £4bn to mainstream schools for SEND support, funding targeted interventions, adaptive teaching and specialist 'experts at hand' services.
Education
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Will Poland make health education compulsory or not?

Poland introduced a new non-mandatory health education class covering physical health, mental health, nutrition, and social issues, with a sex education module sparking controversy from right-wing organizations and the Catholic Church.
Germany news
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Three Schools - One Process / gmp Architects

Three Bremerhaven schools were delivered using the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD/IPA) model, accommodating about 1,750 students and serving as a nationwide public-sector pilot.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Sweden to hand out first new repatriation grants

Sweden's Migration Agency approved its first applications for a controversial 350,000 kronor repatriation grant designed to encourage refugees to return home, despite government inquiry warnings that the scheme is risky and counterproductive.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany: Unreliable childcare forces parents into part-time

Childcare shortages and reduced center hours force many parents—especially women—into part-time work, requiring major investment in early-education staffing to enable reliable full-time employment.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Swedish games boss warns 'retroactive' citizenship reforms 'not good for industry'

Sweden's new citizenship reforms without transitional rules will deter international talent and harm the country's competitiveness in the global games industry.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Short tempers and legal threats: UK teachers report rise in problem parents

Over 90% of school leaders experience challenging parental behavior, with 60% facing verbal abuse and threats annually, significantly impacting staff mental health and school operations.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago

How Dual Enrollment/Early College Has Changed (opinion)

This idea was based on the parallel between the pluck and elan that are characteristic of both the early-college students I worked with and that of America's hardest-working founding father. Five years after I wrote the book, I had the opportunity to revisit the field for a revised edition, making it appropriate to ask, after Thomas Jefferson's song in the second act of Hamilton, "What'd I Miss": How has early college/dual enrollment changed over the past half decade?
Higher education
#send
Education
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

35 Teachers Are Sharing The "Basic" Things Students Apparently Cannot Do Themselves Anymore

Teachers report students increasingly lack basic life skills and foundational academic abilities, from self-care tasks to fundamental math and writing, with administrative support often undermining academic standards.
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Can this campaign group change Swedish government's mind on citizenship?

We are an apolitical organisation campaigning for the inclusion of transitional provisions in the forthcoming law on tightened requirements for Swedish citizenship. It is not asking for the rules to be abolished or made more lenient, only that the rules in force when an applicant submits their application should be the same rules their application is assessed against.
Europe politics
Parenting
fromwww.thelocal.es
1 year ago

The 'strange' things Spanish parents do raising their children

Spain's family-oriented culture includes distinctive parenting practices like infant ear piercing and flexible bedtimes that differ significantly from northern European child-rearing traditions.
Mental health
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Duvet days: Is it ever ok to give your child the day off school if they aren't sick?

Occasional duvet days can provide restorative breaks that relieve burnout and support children's mental health, but appropriateness depends on adult judgement and context.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Parents should be consulted when children question gender identity, schools told

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
LGBT
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Parents of baby killed at nursery call for compulsory CCTV cameras

The morning of 9 May 2022 had started like any other for Katie Wheeler, by dropping off her nine-month-old daughter Genevieve at nursery and telling her: I love you sweetie. Despite thinking she would be in a protected environment, Genevieve, known as Gigi to her loved ones, would be found unresponsive hours later. Nursery worker Kate Roughley had swaddled Gigi so tightly that she had been unable to move.
UK news
#ethics
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A lot of fear': the families bearing brunt of Sweden's immigration crackdown

Sweden's tightening asylum policies leave long-term residents facing deportation, prolonged detention, and severe psychological distress.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Education Leadership in Action

School leaders face unprecedented challenges including staffing shortages, declining morale, and decision fatigue while expected to drive innovation and improvement.
Education
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

The campaign for Romanian to become a GCSE option

A campaign seeks to add Romanian as a GCSE option, citing 2021 census data showing 159,000 Romanian speakers in London as the second most-spoken language after English.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Denmark's child care and parental leave policies erase 80% of the 'motherhood penalty'

Motherhood commonly reduces women's wages and work hours, while comprehensive public supports such as subsidized child care help mothers remain employed.
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

18 Parenting Norms From Other Countries That Most Americans Don't Pactice

Parenting practices vary widely worldwide—mealtime norms, stranger interactions with infants, and school food and manners differ significantly across cultures.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm an American raising my child in Denmark. Kids here are trusted to take risks - and parenting feels easier.

Parenting in Denmark emphasizes trust, affordable childcare, and community support, making raising children less stressful and more collective compared with the United States.
Parenting
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Children Starting School Are Trying to Swipe Books Like They're Phones

Many reception-age children cannot use books correctly, often treating pages like touchscreens, and heavy screen exposure is linked to developmental and behavioral concerns.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Kids Are So Hard

Parenting kids is so challenging because kids have big feelings, and they express these big feelings with big (i.e., challenging) behaviors. These feelings are usually complex. For example, your child is not just mad, but also jealous, sad, and a little guilty that their brother, who is sick, is getting lots of attention.
Parenting
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ministers to set out plans to halve attainment gap in England's schools

Government plans to halve the attainment gap by revising disadvantage funding criteria, shifting away from per-child pupil premium payments and introducing wider school reforms.
Education
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Maire Treasa Ni Cheallaigh: A few missed school days in Marbella is nothing. More serious absences need our attention

Poverty, housing instability, hunger, mental-health struggles and addiction cause vulnerable pupils to miss education; moral outrage over term-time holidays ignores deeper cost and access barriers.
#school-readiness
fromThe Good Life France
1 month ago

Guide to French schools and education for expats - The Good Life France

Education is compulsory in France for children aged between three and 16 years of age. Schools can be public or private and, under certain circumstances, there is the possibility of home-schooling. Some parents moving to France may choose an international school for their children or teenagers, with lessons taught partly in English, sometimes following a UK or American curriculum. We moved to France with children aged 14 and 11 in 2018.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

What it means to be 'ready' for kindergarten in California

The effort to get a snapshot of kindergarten readiness is part of the National Survey of Children's Health, which collected information from thousands of parents and guardians about their child in five areas - early learning, motor skills, social-emotional development, self-regulation and health. The goal was to answer an overall question: Is your child ready for school? Readiness in California is on par with the nation's average, which also puts kindergarten readiness at two-thirds of 3- to 5-year-olds.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guardian view on inclusive schools: ministers should recognise that class size matters | Editorial

But as schoolage audiences of Matilda the Musical or the Harry Potter films can testify, UK classrooms usually have more children in them than fictional ones. What these young people probably do not know is that their classrooms are also fuller than many real ones abroad. A report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development found that the UK has some of the largest primary groups in the industrialised world.
Education
Education
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Explainer: What does new plan for state-led childcare services mean for parents and providers?

The government launches a state-led early learning and childcare programme to address high fees and a shortage of 40,000 childcare places.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

My youngest is starting school for the first time. How can I best preserve his relentless curiosity? | Shadi Khan Saif

Curiosity is both innate and nurtured, evident as a child drawn to books and a brother who cultivated a love for reading despite hardship.
Education
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Inside the scramble for London grammar school places as children as young five get private tutoring

London parents increasingly hire private tutors for children as young as three to compete for scarce grammar and independent school places, fueling an education arms race.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

How to Not Think Like a Bot

The most exciting moments for a teacher come when students stumble onto something unexpected-when they run to my office to tell me about a new twist in their thinking about birds in Sula or the discovery of yet another biblical reflection in Housekeeping. Those revelations come only when they survey the text as it is, not as they assume it to be.
Education
#education-policy
Education
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm training to be an elite nanny. It's the confidence boost I never knew I needed.

Roxanne Ardekani, raised in New Orleans to Iranian parents, trains at Norland in the UK and finds nannying deeply fulfilling while boosting her confidence and motivation.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

How Philippines' schools embraced German language

A German lesson is starting in a public-school classroom in the Philippines, and it opens with a greeting: "Guten Morgen," the teacher says. Students respond carefully, shaping unfamiliar sounds before moving on to short dialogues about directions, food, family, and eventually, culture. German has a reputation of being a difficult language to learn, but this also makes it a valuable assetImage: Stanley Gajete/DW In a Philippine public school, that routine still feels unusual.
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