Message to Schools across the UK: Share Your Good News with the World
Schools Invited to Share Positive Stories Through Free National PR Platform
In an era where educational challenges often dominate headlines, a groundbreaking initiative is turning the spotlight on the remarkable achievements happening in classrooms across the United Kingdom.
The Good News Post, a pioneering student-led platform, is inviting schools and multi-academy trusts to share their inspiring stories free of charge—offering a beacon of positivity in the educational landscape.
With mental health statistics rising in schools across the country—and teachers feeling the strain—award-winning journalist and founder Shane Dean is on a mission to change the narrative.
Shane is also a motivational speaker on tour with his Good News Tonic happiness cocktail to cheer up audiences.
The news outlet is a mix of journalism, positive news and wellbeing.
“Every day, schools are transforming lives—but these uplifting stories often go unnoticed,” he explains. “We’re here to amplify the incredible work happening in our educational institutions.”
A Journey of Inspiration
What began in 2011 as a small student-led newsroom in a headteacher’s office has blossomed into a national movement, empowering young people through real-life journalism.
The platform gained early momentum with support from Sir Richard Branson, who provided a motivational video to 1,300 students at Priory School, and continued to grow with the involvement of schools like Worle School in Somerset—where Jill Dando began her journalism career aged 13.
Landmark Achievements
The Good News Post has already made significant impacts on the educational journalism landscape:
• Secured the first-ever student interview with Prime Minister Boris Johnson inside 10 Downing Street
• Conducted exclusive interviews with the Speaker of the House of Commons and other national figures
• Published thousands of positive stories by and about young people, providing real-world journalism experience
An Open Invitation to Schools
The platform welcomes stories of all sizes—from individual student achievements to innovative school projects.
”No story is too small,” Shane adds. “If it matters to a school community, it matters to The Good News Post.”
In a media landscape often criticized for negativity, this initiative offers a refreshing alternative. By sharing positive narratives, schools can:
• Boost morale among students, staff, and parents
• Showcase innovative educational approaches
• Provide students with real-world media experience
• Challenge negative perceptions about education
How to Participate
Schools and multi-academy trusts can easily submit their stories by emailing news@goodnewspost.co.uk.
The team is committed to providing a free, accessible platform that celebrates educational excellence.
“We believe every school has something remarkable to share,” Shane concludes. “Our goal is simple: to shine a light on the transformative power of education, one story at a time.”
Get Involved
Email your school’s news with your headteacher’s or head of communications’ email address to news@goodnewspost.co.uk
Founded in 2011, The Good News Post is a national platform dedicated to showcasing positive stories from schools across the United Kingdom, empowering student journalists and celebrating educational achievements.
The first-ever Good News Room was launched at Ashcombe School in 2009, followed by Priory School in 2011 and Worle School in 2017.
