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Odd socks day is part of Anti-Bullying Week

Children bullied at school feel safer learning from home says Devon based headteacher of online school as Anti-Bullying Week approaches

Twenty three percent of schoolchildren are frequently bullied according to a survey conducted by the Anti-Bullying Alliance (ABA).

But bullying doesn’t stop at the school gate, says Lisa Boorman, headteacher of Queen’s Online School, who is seeing an increase in Year 7 to 11 pupils...

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Police in Exmouth Take Questions from Students at Deaf Academy

Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Chris Ball made one of his regular visits to the Deaf Academy in Exmouth earlier this week (Wed 29 Nov).

Chris is a familiar face at the two sites and drops in to speak to students who have a chance to ask him about anything they want to know.

He has already studied and passed level one British Sign Language and is hoping to advance to...

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St Christopher’s School triumphs at National Swimming Finals and clinches ISA U11 tag rugby title

In a brilliant display of athletic prowess, St Christopher’s Nursery and Prep School, situated near Totnes, South Devon, has emerged victorious at the Independent Schools Associations (ISA) National Swimming Finals held at the prestigious London Aquatics Centre, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on December 1.

Despite being a small school, St Christopher’s made a lasting impression, with...

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School children visit Devonshire Homes construction site in Bideford

Bideford school children get a lesson in safety and home building at The Grange

Year Six pupils from St Mary's C of E Primary School became VIP visitors for the day at a popular new build homes development, as part of a school project.

West Country housebuilder Devonshire Homes hosted 60 children from the local primary school to its popular Bideford development, The Grange. Launched in 2022, The Grange is a collection of two, three, four and five bedroom homes...

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Planet Action Workshop - Castle Primary School in Tiverton

Planet & People CIC Launch Fundraiser to Support More Schools & Children with their Planet Action Workshops

Planet & People, a community interest company based in mid-Devon was founded in 2021 by teacher and environmentalist team, Bethia Stevenson-Paul and Jess Carter. Together they deliver fully funded Planet Action Workshops to schools throughout the county with the aim of motivating young people to value the natural world, make planet positive changes and enable schools to become beacons of...

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Secrets of Success: Excelling in Spanish Lessons with a Private Tutor

The process of mastering a new tongue is analogous to setting off on an adventure. Private tuition shines as a bright example of individualized instruction for learning Spanish, leading you by the hand through the language's complexities step by step.

Setting the Stage for Success: Choosing the Right Tutor

The foundation of efficient learning is finding an instructor you "click" with...

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South Devon College hosts post-18 futures fair and showcases well paid careers

More than 200 sixth form students from local schools and colleges attended a careers fair at South Devon College recently.

The event was hosted by Anthony Mangnall MP in association with the Heart of the South West Careers Hub, South Hams District Council, TDA Group and South Devon College.

Over 40 local employers and training providers from across the South West joined to help...

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South West developer visits North Devon College

Persimmon Homes has been inspiring the next generation of builders in at Petroc College.

Regional Apprenticeships Manager Andy Wallis gave a talk to T-Level students at the college in North Devon on how the five-star housebuilder are employing new construction techniques and changes that are happening in the sector.

Andy also spoke about Persimmon’s multi-million pound...

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South Devon College Fisher Apprenticeship is officially launched

It’s all hands on deck as the South Devon College Fisher Apprenticeship is officially cast off.

More than 150 people applied for the ground-breaking apprenticeship, competing for 14 apprenticeship vacancies open to those that could prove they have what it takes for life on the sea.

Working alongside employers from across the south coast the apprentices will study at...

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webop: E-Learning Revolutionizes Medical Studies

webop: E-Learning Revolutionizes Medical Studies

Traditional teaching aids designed to prepare medical students and surgeons for their practice often encounter limitations in integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application. The "webop concept”, developed by visionary experts from Germany, presents a solution to this challenge and could pave the way for a new era in...

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Local politicians praise newly opened special school transforming the lives of Devon children with SEMH

To celebrate the opening of a new, custom-built school in Okehampton, Mel Stride, MP for Central Devon and Percy Prowse, Chairperson of Devon County Council, paid a visit to the school to learn about the school’s transformative approach to raising the aspirations of children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

The Promise School, part of Dartmoor Multi Academy...

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