pupil
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First-year pupil Olivia loves learning woodwork at Mackie Academy.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
With primary pupil numbers falling, the government has cut its target for recruiting new teachers for the next school year by 23%.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
With pupil numbers declining and budgets tightening, schools may be forced to cut staff.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Sibieta says falling overall pupil numbers could mean less pressure on the national education budget if there are fewer pupils to pay for, and this may open an opportunity to spend more on SEND.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
“You must bring your new pupil with you when you come to dine with us on Thursday,” smiled Rachel Wood, and with a gracious acceptance Dr. Bulkeley steered his charge away.
From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare
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