Changes to the French A-level curriculum mean greater emphasis on oral comprehension. Two pounds a day charge introduced on all school parking spaces. School playing fields sold to Superstore - school governors deny backhanders. School quiz team goes through to final of Schools' Challenge. Changes in government funding mean staff cuts - at least two teaching posts to go.
Owls build nest in sports outbuilding.
Former schoolboy arrested for drug smuggling in Morocco. New manager promises better school meals. Government promises 'catch-up' pay rises for teachers of twelve per cent over three years. Local Education Authority moves to abolish the long summer holiday introducing four school terms a year. News is about choice.