In order to give a boost to the country’s textiles and garment sector, Russia is planning to reintroduce compulsory uniforms for school going children. Click here for the full article.

Yesterday was the last day to apply for anyone wanting to start a free school in 2013. In the first year, 24 of those applying succeeded. This year, 72 made it. For 2013, there are over 300 applications, and probably more than 100 will be approved. Click here for the full article  

Can superhead Sir Michael Wilshaw work his magic at Ofsted? Click here for the full article.