The National Memorial Arboretum, in the National Forest in Staffordshire, has announced a new programme of free cross-curricular activity days for teachers wanting to book an inspirational school trip during 2023-24 academic year. From National Poetry Day, a RAF STEAM takeover or Remembrance activity week in the Autumn term, to …
Read More »Team GB and ParalympicsGB’s Path to Paris programme launches to help children become more active
In just under a year, the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games will take place in Paris. To mark this occasion, Get Set (the official youth engagement programme from Team GB and ParalympicsGB), is on a mission to get children aged 5-11 and their families more active with their new virtual …
Read More »New free MFL resources for European Day of Languages
Tuesday 26th September marks the annual European Day of Languages, a great opportunity to celebrate linguistic diversity and promote language learning in your school. To save you time, Pearson has created free, downloadable teaching resources packed with French, Spanish and German activities. Their Pick and Mix editable PowerPoint presentation provides …
Read More »Into Film and Aardman announce educational partnership; and Into Film Festival bookings launch today
Marking the start of a new academic year, Into Film and Aardman are proud to announce their new educational partnership consisting of the creation and launch of an exciting new animation course, Animate! with Aardman, aimed at Primary School teachers and their pupils. Additionally, from the multi Academy® and BAFTA …
Read More »apetito celebrates as chef Jethro Lawrence makes it to National Chef of the Year Final
Award-winning apetito Chef Jethro Lawrence has made it to the Final of the National Chef of the Year competition run by the Craft Guild of Chefs. This prestigious competition has previously been won by some rather well-known names in the culinary world including Gordon Ramsay, so getting to the Final …
Read More »Impressive GCSE Results at DLD College London
DLD College London is honouring the outstanding accomplishments of its students as they receive their GCSE results. Triumphant students obtained their results from the multi-award-winning school this morning, which revealed an impressive 84% pass rate with 25% graded 7-9. This represents an increase of 16% on the number of students …
Read More »Thousands of pupils secure place at their first-choice university as grading returns to normal
Young people across England are celebrating exam results this morning – with thousands of them moving on to university, apprenticeships and the world of work. Overall, 79% of 18-year-old pupils in the UK receiving a decision today have gained a place at their first choice university. 16, 530 students who …
Read More »New Eco-Friendly Logo Mats: Perfect for Schools, Nurseries, and Colleges
Leading commercial floor matting supplier, First Mats, is proud to announce its new range of environmentally friendly Logo Mats made from ECONYL®, a regenerated nylon yarn. This exciting product launch extends the brand’s commitment to sustainability while giving schools an easy way to demonstrate environmentally-friendly commitment without sacrificing quality. “Educational …
Read More »Woodmancote Primary School recognised by leading child trauma organisation, Headsight, for its therapeutic approach
Headteacher Gary Tucker of Woodmancote Primary School has recently received the Headsight 2023 Trauma-Informed & Therapeutic School Award on behalf of the staff. Tony France, director of Headsight said, “We can all struggle with our mental health. At Headsight, we support people to improve their mental health, we do this through training and therapeutic …
Read More »North West and Yorkshire primary schools trust introduces ‘7 musts’ for kids before they grow up
A North West and West Yorkshire primary schools trust Pupil Parliament develops trailblazing ‘7 musts’ for pupils across its 15 schools to complete. Focus-Trust’s Pupil Parliament consists of pupils who have been elected by their peers to represent their school at the trust level. The ‘7 Musts of Focus-Trust’ began …
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