Exam board Edexcel has confirmed that images of two exam questions were uploaded to social media sites ahead of an exam, marking the third year in a row a maths A-level paper has been leaked online. By Sian Griffiths and Ewan Somerville, The Sunday Times. The article quotes ISC chairman Barnaby Lenon.

Magnus Bashaarat, head of Bedales School, writes to The Telegraph in support of proposals for a new post-qualifications admission system, where students would submit university applications only after they have received their A-level results.

A Freedom of Information request showed that 49% of new recruits at the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst attended fee-paying schools. By Jonathan Beale, BBC News.

Parliamentary sketch writer Jonathan Simons shares his thoughts on "Phasing Out Private Schools"; an event in Westminster organised by the Socialist Education Association and the Fabian Society. Schools Week.

Theresa May is to introduce new guidelines and resources aimed at helping teachers to "spot the early signs of mental health issues in children". By Heather Stewart and Denis Campbell, The Guardian.

A paper released by the British Psychological Society highlights the issue of break time detentions, stating sufficient play time is vital for the wellbeing and development of children. By Eleanor Busby, The Independent.

Jo Steer, a teacher and experienced leader of SEND interventions, references her own personal experiences of anxiety to draw attention to the various mental health issues many teachers are currently facing. Tes.

Copthorne Primary in Bradford, West Yorkshire, has forbidden constant use of the word "like" as well as single-word replies in an effort to help its students to broaden their vocabulary. By Sian Griffiths and Julie Henry, The Sunday Times.

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