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Pupils at Cranbrook Education Campus have been putting their problem-solving skills to the test in the international Bebras Challenge.

Scores of pupils from years 5–10 took part, gaining a real taste of computational thinking in action.

The Bebras Challenge introduces...

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Stoke Fleming Primary School Takes Flight with RSPB’s Big Bird Watch

Pupils at Stoke Fleming Primary School , part of Education South West , have spread their wings this month and participated in the RSPB's Big Bird Watch, an exciting and educational initiative that combines the joy of nature with the development of key scientific skills.

Each child was given recording sheets and tasked with observing and documenting the bird species spotted around...

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From Classroom to Community: Sidmouth Students’ Artwork Takes Center Stage in CODEX Project

Students from Sidmouth College , are showcasing their creativity and expressing their voices in a unique new art initiative, the CODEX Project .

In collaboration with Sidmouth School of Art, this exciting venture has allowed students to explore a range of traditional and digital art techniques, creating stunning works that focus on identity and wellbeing. Their art is now on display...

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Legacy ay sea: retired fishermen inspire future mariners

A group of retired fishermen went back to the classroom recently to share their skills and experiences of life on the water with students.

The event was held at the South Devon College Marine Academy in partnership with the Fishermen’s Mission, a charity that supports active and former fishermen across the UK.

“The reason for bringing the retired fishermen together with our...

Coombeshead Academy Introduces New Course to Support Aspiring Young Artists

Coombeshead Academy in Newton Abbot, part of Education South West , is excited to launch its new Level 2 CREATE course - an inspiring and innovative pathway for students eager to explore the world of art and design.

This new offering is tailor-made for students who may not yet be ready for Level 3 qualifications (such as A-Levels), giving them the necessary foundation to progress...

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Step by Step: Plymouth Pupils Cross the Finish Line with Walkwise Course!

Pupils from Marine Academy Primary have successfully completed their Walkwise course this month.

Class 2NH have been working closely with the expert road safety team from Plymouth City Council this academic year, honing their observation and awareness skills while crossing roads with an adult.

Every Friday, the class has been exploring their local area and gaining valuable,...

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A Recipe for Success: Dartmouth Food Festival Serves Up Support for Future Chefs

Dartmouth Academy, part of Education South West, is delighted to share that the Dartmouth Food Festival Committee are supporting the chefs of the future by subsidising the cost of ingredients for the school’s catering course.

The committee has agreed to fund the subsidy for the entire academic year and they will also be helping to arrange workshops so that catering pupils can...

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Local children from Bovey Tracey are standing up to hate crime

Primary school students in Bovey Tracey have produced some creative posters to support the police’s work to tackle hate crime across communities.

The local police team worked with the year 6 students, aged 10-11, from Bovey Tracey Academy to teach them about what hate crime is and the harmful impact it has on people. As a result, students created hand drawn posters to raise awareness...

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All Saints Academy Plymouth Students Visit Williams Formula 1 Headquarters

40 Year 10 students from All Saints Academy Plymouth (ASAP) have been on an exhilarating trip to the world-renowned Williams Formula 1 headquarters in Oxfordshire.

This unforgettable experience provided students with a hands-on, immersive journey into the cutting-edge world of Formula 1 technology, engineering, and innovation. The group participated in an exciting STEM workshop,...

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North Devon School the Most Improved School in England for Progress of Disadvantaged Students

Students and staff at The Ilfracombe Academy , part of Athena Learning Trust, are celebrating as the school is the most improved school in England for the progress of disadvantaged students and the second most improved in England for student progress following the release of ratified key stage 4 (Years 10 and 11) results from August.

Confirmed GCSE result league tables have been...

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Stop Blaming Home Education: Sara Sharif’s Tragedy and Systemic Failures

The heartbreaking death of Sara Sharif has sent shockwaves across the nation, leaving an enduring sense of grief and anger. However, the aftermath of this tragedy has seen the government and media exploit Sara’s story to unfairly target the home education community, perpetuating harmful misconceptions while neglecting the true systemic failures that led to her untimely death.

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