Education

Year 7 pupil, Leona Downie, from Plympton Academy made it through to the final of the Radio Plymouth local talent show recently.

Leona’s mum entered her for the radio station competition and she was the only child entrant to reach the top three.

Although she didn’t win it hasn’t put her off her aspirations of being a professional singer when she’s older.

“Everyone in...

Plymouth College of Art has appointed Christy Johnson as its second Vice Principal, in the most recent move in its development as a distinctive and innovative specialist Higher Education Institution (HEI) now embarked upon a year-long process of scrutiny on its journey to achieving Taught Degree-Awarding Powers (TDAP) and university title. In her new role as Vice Principal, Christy will be...

Next Steps South West (SW) is a consortium of universities and colleges across the South West awarded government funding to inspire young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to progress to higher education. Industry professionals have identified the need for such a project, and the gap between aspirations and achievement.

“…the lack is an understanding of the rules – both written and...

As part of the Fashion in the City event – between September 9 and 17 – students from City College Plymouth and staff from Stars Salon – will be offering a range of completely free beauty treatments.

From mini manicures to dry hair styling, make-up tips to beauty consultations, they will be on hand to make sure everyone who arrives turns heads when they leave.

The Beauty...