Education News

'I worked really hard and it paid off': Elation, nerves and proud parents as students get results

A Ukrainian refugee, a firefighter and triplets are among the students reacting to their results.

U.S. $100,000 to work after graduation: Is the American dream becoming too expensive?

Five key takeaways from results day 2026

Top grades and students going to university are on the up, but technical subjects are also becoming more popular.

News from the world of Education: August 13, 2026

Information on admissions, scholarships, competitions for students, events for educators and more

Pondicherry Heritage Festival 2026: Celebrate living heritage from August 18 to 30

Highlights include a concert by Carnatic vocalist TM Krishna on August 20, a Craft Walk on August 29 showcasing local artisans, and the community street play Veedhi Vilayattu on August 30

Parliamentary panel flags nearly 73% students drop out before finishing higher secondary

"The Committee are of the view that there is an urgent need to increase the number of schools at secondary and higher secondary levels," it said.

Bihar Cabinet gives nod to develop 300 B.Ed. Colleges into multidisciplinary degree colleges

Student Credit Card scheme and ‘Kushal Yuva Programme’ extended for another five years.

Top grades rise again as students get A-level, T-level and BTec results

Another record number of students have managed to secure a place at university.

Why digitising classrooms is not enough

The real smart classroom is not the one with the biggest screen but one that knows when a student is falling behind

TrustEd Ireland quality mark rollout continues with awards to first group of English-language schools

Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), the national agency responsible for the quality assurance of tertiary education and training, has announced the first group of English language schools to be awarded the TrustEd Ireland quality mark. They are Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, Emerald Cult...

Kodaikanal International School at 125: A school shaped by Palani Hills

Founded in 1901 and India’s first school to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, Kodaikanal International School has educated generations of students. Today, its 135-acre Poondi wilderness campus extends that learning into biodiversity, environmental research, outdoor education a...

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