Education news

The Lord Lieutenant of County Durham has given school pupils preparing to perform in special Platinum Jubilee musical events the seal of approval.

Schoolchildren are encouraging people of all ages to add to their list of cultural experiences to enjoy in County Durham before 2025.

People looking to learn more about how to research their family history can do so in online sessions which are taking place throughout next month.

A County Durham primary school is branching even further into outdoor learning with a new addition to its woodland.

Councillors are being asked to approve a £20m rebuild of a County Durham school which would enhance standards of education for students.

Residents in County Durham are being offered the chance to play their part in helping to shape educational services for children and young people.

Plans for new multimillion-pound school sites and children's homes for those with complex behavioural needs have been outlined to councillors in County Durham.

Leaders of a North East council are being asked to consider changes to a loan scheme which will encourage schools to make energy efficiency improvements.

Those wanting to uncover the secrets of their family history can find out how to get started with the return of a series of popular online courses.

A County Durham mum has spoken of her growing confidence thanks to the support she has received to take steps towards employment.

Pupils across County Durham have received praise for their GCSE results following a period of uncertainty throughout their studies.

A 17-year-old from County Durham has found permanent employment thanks to the help of a job scheme for young people.

Young people aged 16 to 24 on Universal Credit will be able to apply for a number of job vacancies with a North East council through an employment scheme.

Headteachers and the Bishop of Durham have welcomed an important step forward in plans to create a multimillion-pound campus for two North East schools.

Chinese New Year will be marked in schools across County Durham with a series of online events next month.

A County Durham young people's home continues to provide outstanding care for young people, according to Ofsted.

Primary school pupils in County Durham have been spreading Christmas cheer with their international peers as part of an annual festive project.

Business-savvy school pupils are set to get creative as part of an online competition which aims to encourage young Spanish people to visit a County Durham town.

A North East council has been acknowledged as one of the top employers in the country for its apprenticeship opportunities.