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Dan Western and Jacqui Taylor with Ottery Primary School pupils

Primary School students enjoy new gardening adventures thanks to Otter Garden Centres

Students at Ottery Primary School are set to enjoy more hands-on gardening activities thanks to the donation of a beautiful new potting shed from Otter Garden Centres .

The idea grew from discussions held during Otter’s 60 Good Deeds campaign, celebrating the company’s 60th anniversary in 2024. Otter first helped the school by replacing the wood on raised beds, providing a new pond liner, and installing a roof for the forest school firepit area, making outdoor learning possible all year round.

Working with Assistant Headteacher Dan Western, Otter Managing Director Jacqui...

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The achievements of the Class of 2025 celebrated at Exeter Cathedral 

Last Friday marked the annual celebration of Exeter College students who had successfully completed their higher-level programmes in the 2024/25 academic year.

Graduates began their day processing through Exeter city centre to cheers and applause from proud family and friends before arriving at Exeter Cathedral.

There were over 140 graduating students across a range of levels, sectors and subject areas. Exeter College partners with awarding bodies and Higher Education institutions to offer programmes as wide-ranging as Data Science to Coaching and Fitness, Teaching to...

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Why Exeter Students Are Teaching Local Businesses to Use AI Content Creation (And Getting Paid for It)

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 10/17/2025 - 9:33pm

The intersection of Exeter's thriving student population and its independent business community has created an unexpected opportunity in the AI content revolution. Computer science and digital marketing students from the University of Exeter possess cutting-edge knowledge about AI tools that many local businesses desperately need but can't access affordably through traditional agencies. This knowledge gap is creating a new consulting economy where students can earn meaningful income whilst helping local businesses compete digitally.

The opportunity is real and growing. Exeter...

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Wynstream Pupils Crack the Code in Exciting Cybersecurity Challenge

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 10/16/2025 - 7:29pm

Year 5 pupils from Wynstream Primary School in Exeter, part of Education South West , have taken part in a high-stakes mission this month during an exciting cybersecurity and cryptography workshop.

The pupils transformed into digital detectives as they explored the world of secret codes, learned historical techniques, such as the ancient Caesar Shift (a simple encryption technique where each letter in a message is replaced by a letter a fixed number of positions down the alphabet), before moving to the modern digital era, using a specialised programme to encrypt and decrypt...

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Exeter College Apprentice Named Finalist in Multicultural Apprentice Awards 2025

Former Exeter College apprentice Roselle Wu has been named a finalist in the Retail, Hospitality and Tourism category of the Multicultural Apprentice Awards 2025, capping off an extraordinary two years of professional and personal achievement.

From beginning her apprenticeship with no prior kitchen experience to working under Michelin-starred chefs, representing her workplace at national competitions, helping develop internal kitchen tools and communication systems, and winning multiple awards, Roselle’s journey is one steeped in tenacity, and served to honour her cultural roots...

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Isca Academy Announces Student Leadership Team

Isca Academy is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Student Leadership Team, following a record number of applicants from across the school community. The high volume of interest reflects the growing commitment among students to make a positive impact on school life and champion the values at the heart of the school.

The newly appointed student leaders have taken on a range of important roles, including as primary liaison officers, anti-bullying ambassadors, enrichment activity leaders, and mental health ambassadors. Each role is designed to give students meaningful...

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Exeter College’s student led restaurant awarded AA College Restaurant of the Year

The Exeter College fine dining restaurant, @Thirty-Four has been named, for the second time in three years, as the AA College Restaurant of the Year. This is the highest accolade a college restaurant can achieve and is a testament to the hard work of the students and staff who work there.

Hosted by TV presenter Vernon Kay, the AA Hospitality Awards 2025 was held at Grosvenor House in London on 22 September 2025.

Paul Hobden, Managing Director of People 1st International , commented: “Congratulations to Exeter College on this incredible achievement.

"All three...

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Will Jordan (left), and Dave Hall.

IMP Software secures investment to accelerate innovation and broaden unified financial management platform for the education sector

Authored by Phil Smith
Posted: Fri, 09/26/2025 - 9:04am

IMP Software, the leading platform helping Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) to strengthen their budget forecasting and financial management, today announced a significant minority investment from Partech Growth fund to support its next stage of development.

The partnership with Partech, a focused technology growth investor, will allow IMP to more than double its R&D investment – evolving its product suite and launching new solutions for MATs. Just as importantly, it ensures IMP’s best-in class customer support remains front and centre.

Will Jordan, CEO and...

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Why Education Needs Scalable Online Solutions

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Sun, 09/21/2025 - 9:03am

The education sector is undergoing a profound transformation. As institutions face growing learner numbers, changing delivery models, and rising expectations for accessibility and performance, the need for scalable online solutions has become not just a preference but an operational imperative. Understanding why scalability matters is key to shaping an education system that is resilient, inclusive, and future-ready.

Meeting Growing Demand

Student populations are expanding globally, placing pressure on institutions to deliver learning and assessment at scale. Traditional models,...

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Exeter climbs in top 20 of Guardian University Guide 2026

The University of Exeter has increased its standing in the top 20 UK universities in the Guardian University Guide 2026 .

Exeter climbed one place to 17th in the latest guide, published on Saturday 13 September.

The result that means the University of Exeter has secured a top 20 place in all three major university rankings.

Teaching excellence, student satisfaction and career prospects were among the factors used to rank universities.

Professor Lisa Roberts, President and Vice Chancellor of the University of Exeter said: “We're delighted with this...

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TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham 2026

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 09/10/2025 - 3:34pm

Live music fans are set for another celebration of amazing entertainment in the Devon countryside as TK Maxx presents Live At Powderham confirms its return for 2026.

Following its debut outing at the historic country estate this July, which saw headline performances from Duran Duran and Basement Jaxx, Live Nation’s Cuffe and Taylor are now planning for a bigger and better event next summer with plans to unveil the first 2026 headliner in the coming weeks.

Cuffe and Taylor have already invested heavily in the venue’s infrastructure, redesigning the site and introducing a...

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