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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 …

On Outdoor Classroom Day (Thursday 23 May 2024) the National Education Nature Park programme is calling on teachers and pupils to discover habitats in their school, nursery or college grounds. You’ll follow prompts to find what homes for wildlife you have on your learning site, and upload your findings to …

Comment by SCOTT CRICHTON, Senior Risk Management Consultant, Endsleigh Insurance In the realms of school safety, the issue of leaving doors open poses a complex challenge. On one hand, open doors can foster a welcoming environment and be a comfort to teachers with safeguarding concerns. On the other hand, they …

Contractor Clegg Construction has completed an exciting £5.9m renovation scheme to transform Maltby Grammar School near Rotherham into a community resource and education centre. During the course of the project, Clegg invested more than £3m into the local economy by using local labour and materials wherever possible. The company’s commitment …

A pioneering new academic campus, with learning pathways from schools to university, will be unveiled as part of an £80million scheme at the heart of the West Midland’s fastest growing town next month.    Telford & Wrekin Council’s ambitious scheme to create a vibrant new residential, educational and business community …

Comment by OLI VENN, SE Manager, Northern Europe at WatchGuard Technologies It seems like almost every time you read the news, there’s a piece regarding another cyberattack on a school or educational institution. Schools and educational institutions can make for easy targets for malicious hackers for several reasons. The cybersecurity …