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Teachers Strike Against Extended School Day Proposal

6/5/2025

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Teachers at Outwood Grange Academies Trust, including Foxhills in Scunthorpe, are taking a stand by striking against a proposed 30-minute extension to the school day. They voice worries about increased workload and student welfare. The National Education Union is calling for negotiations, while the trust remains steadfast, claiming the change is intended to enhance educational results.

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Story summary

Teachers at Outwood Grange Academies Trust, including Foxhills in Scunthorpe, are taking a stand by striking against a proposed 30-minute extension to the school day. They voice worries about increased workload and student welfare. The National Education Union is calling for negotiations, while the trust remains steadfast, claiming the change is intended to enhance educational results.