The Local Government Association (LGA) has called for a “common sense approach” to be applied to term time holidays for families in England taking their children out of school for holidays. The move comes after it was revealed that the number of fines issued for term-time holidays has almost trebled in the last two years. Councils

Oxford University scientists have created an embryo screening method that will significantly improve the chances of conceiving for IVF patients. The test costs £200 and could be available within the next six months. Increased odds Scientists already use chromosome testing, which raises the likelihood of conception from 40% to 65% for women in their mid-30s,

An increasingly influential Conservative group has said that child benefit should be denied to parents who don’t send their children to pre-school from the age of three. ‘Essential’ Bright Blue, a liberal conservative group and thinktank, suggested this plan in a pamphlet and claim the proposal is designed to ensure children go to Sure Start

Police in Kent have deployed extra patrols after reports that people dressed as evil clowns have been scaring children around school areas. Suspicious incidents Kent Police say they have received reports of several ‘suspicious incidents’ where people wearing clown masks in vans have approached children outside their school. Officers are advising children to go straight

The go-ahead has been officially given by Education Secretary Nicky Morgan for Britain’s first new grammar school in 50 years. The plans were signed off today for 450 pupil school in Sevenoaks, Kent following months of legal battling and is hailed as a victory for supporters of selective education. Doesn’t alter current stance Mrs Morgan

This advertising campaign from St. John’s Ambulance was launched earlier this year, advising how you can help a choking baby. It’s saved lives. Given the recent tragedy of 2 year old Jacob Jenkins’ death after choking on a grape, every parent should familiarise themselves with basic first aid and what you can do in the event