On 19th June 2025, Associate Professor Dr Cora Lingling Xu gave a Ted-talk style presentation to over 30 senior Educational Agents from across the world based on her newly published book 'The Time Inheritors' (SUNY Press, 2025).

A lack of suitable childcare options is inflicting huge financial and emotional strain on vulnerable families, according to new research involving Durham academics.

Professor in the School of Education Nadia Siddiqui explains the disadvantage gap index and what can be done to reduce it.

A new study led by Dr Johny Daniel from our top-ranked School of Education have found that trainee teachers in England are significantly better prepared to teach early reading skills compared to their counterparts in India, particularly in phonics instruction.

We are ranked 79th in the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025.

Johny Daniel, an assistant professor in our School of Education, writes on what can be done to help these students catch up with their peers.

Rille Raaper, Associate Professor in our School of Education, writes for SRHEblog.com.

Four of our subjects have been ranked among the world’s top 100 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025.

Professor of Education and Public Policy Stephen Gorard responds to the current Labour government's plans to cut back on some of the exceptions afforded to academy schools.

In our new ‘Spotlight on’ series, we’re highlighting how our researchers are leading their field and transforming lives. Professor Stephen Gorard, from our School of Education, is a pioneer in evidence-informed improvements to educational opportunities.

Our education researchers worked with primary school children to develop a series of picture books on online safety and digital literacy. 

Two international post-graduate students reflect on their time at Durham University so far.