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Home improvement retailer Wickes announced that schools represent the largest segment of the community supported by the Wickes Community Programme in the first half of this year. More than 50% of donations went to projects in schools 2023, and the trend is continuing in 2024. This initiative provides invaluable assistance …

Builder Book, an initiative by Split Perspectivz CIC, is proud to announce the launch of its latest sustainable Planet Pack campaign, aimed at inspiring and rekindling a love for reading and learning among children across Merseyside and Flintshire. For this year’s campaign, Builder Book has partnered with PuzzleDuck to create …

In an era where schools face unprecedented challenges, apetito stands out by revolutionising school catering with a focus on ease, quality, and significant cost savings. Rupert Weber, Head of Education at apetito, outlines how their innovative system is transforming the way schools serve meals with ease. “At apetito our mission …

Retractable seating offers schools and universities more flexible use of their halls and significantly increases opportunities for lettings and generation of income. The benefits of installing a retractable seating system are numerous: schools are able to stage their own performing arts productions in a more professional way with the audience …

We have witnessed the benefits of digitalisation across sectors, and its impact in education is no less astounding. Online schools provide students with a unique opportunity to learn in a tailored, distraction-free and engaging environment. Much of that is due to advanced tools and platforms that facilitate communication and enable …

Bridging the digital divide in education involves ensuring all students have equal access to technology and digital resources to support their learning. Industry-leading experts in Smart Lockers and Storage & Charging Solutions, LapSafe® share five key aspects involved to ensure that all students have an equal chance of fulfilling their …

Siemens has completed work on a 200kWp solar farm for the University of York located at the University’s new Institute for Safe Autonomy, as part of £1.5 million research project. The solar farm will create a ‘living lab’ for the Institute to give insight to landowners and operators of solar …

A new report has revealed that over half of state school students lack access to work experience, putting them at a significant disadvantage when applying to universities. With one third of universities taking work experience into consideration when reviewing applicants, it’s crucial that state schools look to improve work experience …

A thriving working relationship between a London-based school and a catering company has led to a series of events to sustain and support the school community. Ark King Solomon Academy and Accent Catering have collaborated to provide a community meal in the school dining hall for students at the school …

In our latest Q&A this month we were delighted to catch up with KEVIN GRAINGER, Managing Director of internet connectivity specialists Kelia, to find out more about the upcoming analogue telephone network switch-off, and what it means for schools. Could you explain the PSTN switch-off in terms we can all …