Education

Why Private Tutors Still Matter in a Digital Learning Age

Online courses, learning apps and virtual classrooms have changed how we study. It’s easier than ever to learn from home, with flexible access to lessons and resources on almost any subject. But while digital tools are helpful, there’s still something uniquely valuable about working with a private tutor. For students who really want to get to grips with a subject, one-to-one teaching can make...

Ted Wragg Trust Students Conquer the Ten Tors Challenge

A record 134 students from seven schools within the Ted Wragg Trust successfully took on the legendary Ten Tors Challenge this past weekend, demonstrating outstanding resilience, teamwork and determination across the rugged landscapes of Dartmoor.

Representing 23 teams across 35, 45 and 55-mile routes, students from Exmouth Community College, Honiton Community College, Isca Academy,...

South Devon College tips on next steps after secondary school

With GCSE exams around the corner many young people and their parents or carers will be considering their next steps.

Do they stay on at their existing school or leave and go to college?

Of course, each young person is different but Matt Harbour, Vice Principal of South Devon College believes studying at a further education college opens many opportunities.

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Exam revision tips for parents from South Devon College

With exam season looming, it can be an anxious time for families. Even so, parents and carers can make a real difference in helping with revision.

We asked Jess Tucker, Head of Tutorial and Learner Progress at South Devon College in Paignton, for expert tips on how parents can support their young people during revision.

Here’s her ten top tips for parents and carers:

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  • Boxing Champion Rachel Mackenzie Inspires Teign Students to Become Mental Health Ambassadors

    A group of 20 students from across Education South West’s secondary schools recently took part in an inspiring training day at Teign School in Kingsteignton as part of the Youth Sport Trust's Active in Mind initiative.

    Led by Rachel Mackenzie, former World Number 1 Thai Boxer and British Boxing Champion, the day equipped the students with the tools and techniques needed to support...

    Taylor Wimpey supports Collaton St Mary school with World Book Day donation

    Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School has received a £200 World Book Day gift card from Taylor Wimpey Exeter as part of the housebuilder’s commitment to the national campaign.

    World Book Day is a charity campaign that takes place in March every year and aims to promote reading for pleasure, offering every child and young person the opportunity to immerse themselves in new...

    Identifying local needs: the sport and physical activity sector publish local skills plan for Devon

    Alongside local employers, education providers, local authorities, the health sector and employability-focused organisations, the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) have implemented a local skills plan for the sport and physical activity workforce in Devon.

    Developed by the Devon Local Skills Accountability Board (LSAB), the plan identifies...

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    Empowering Girls: Sidmouth College Teams Up with Local Women to Inspire the Next Generation

    Students from Sidmouth College have started taking part in Empowering Girls mentoring sessions this term. A selection of Year 9 girls are working with inspirational local women who have volunteered their time for six weeks to support the school’s developing Careers Programme.

    The aim is to have the programme running throughout the year so that as many girls as possible can take part...

    A Taste of Victory: Bideford Student’s Dessert Steals the Show in Rotary Young Chef Competition

    A student from Bideford College, part of Athena Learning Trust, has won the regional final of the Rotary Young Chef Competition.

    Josie’s desert was rated outstanding with full marks and she will now take part in the cluster finals.

    The Rotary Young Chef competition, proudly sponsored by Filippo Berio, the renowned olive oil producer, offers participants the opportunity to...

    Local MP Engages with Sixth Form Students at KCC on Social Media and Smartphones

    Caroline Voaden, MP for South Devon, recently visited Kingsbridge Community College (KCC), part of Education South West , to speak with Sixth Form students about her career journey, the realities of working in Parliament, and the important issues facing young people today.

    During her talk, Ms Voaden shared insights into her transition from international journalist to Member of the...

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