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Classic novel off GCSE list amid racial slurs fear

The book's removal is welcomed by the children's commissioner amid concern about racist language.

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Huge resurgence in homophobic insults in schools - campaigner

There is a "resurgence" of schoolchildren using homophobic insults, claims a former teacher.

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Q&A: What financial help is there for uni students?

As university fees rise in Wales again, affordability will be a key consideration for young people.

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Family fear for son as college funding dries up

A family are prepared to go to court so that their son continues getting funding for his education.

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Will Wales hike university tuition fees?

The body representing universities in Wales says "pressing, urgent challenges" are being faced.

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Will Wales' students face tuition fees rise?

Students in England will pay more for university, but will tuition fees rise in Wales as well?

Coleg y Cymoedd students Olwen, Elinor and Maddie smiling at the camera in the college library

Why fewer teens get help with the costs of college

The number of teenage students getting the £40-a-week help with costs has halved since 2010.

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Artists call for greater focus on black British music in schools

The government's reviewing the national curriculum and artists hope for a change to music lessons.

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Schoolchildren doing more daily exercise - survey

A nationwide survey also asks students questions on topics including mental health and screen time.