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6 Digital Skills More Important Than Coding - That Your Child Probably Isn't Learning in School

For years, parents heard the same message: teach your child to code, or they'll be left behind. Coding bootcamps for kids became a booming industry, built on the promise that every child needed to become a programmer to succeed in the digital age. But according to education experts, that advice was always incomplete - and in many cases, misleading.

"Most children won't grow up to be software developers, but every single one of them will need to traverse a world where technology shapes almost everything they do," says David Smith, CEO of Silicon Valley High School , an innovative...

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Dunsford Pupils Build Confidence on Two Wheels During Bikeability Week

Pupils at Dunsford Community Academy, part of the Learning Academy Partnership, have enjoyed a fantastic Bikeability week, with Year 5 children developing essential cycling skills and road safety awareness in a fun and engaging programme.

With sunny weather throughout the week, pupils took full advantage of the conditions as they learned how to ride safely and confidently on local roads. The sessions focused on building independence, improving control of their bikes, and understanding how to navigate road situations responsibly.

Children showed excellent enthusiasm and...

St James School Book Place in National Flag Football Finals

St James School in Exeter have qualified for the national U15 flag football finals after being crowned regional champions.

The team will now travel to Manchester to compete against the top teams from across the country.

After losing their opening match at the regional tournament, they responded strongly, winning their next three games, including victories over Devonport and Hans Price Academy.

Adrian and Ralph were both recognised for their performances, receiving MVP (most valuable player) awards during the tournament.

The achievement builds on the...

Teachers given the gift of Exeter’s independents

Exeter Supply Partnership switched from Amazon vouchers to the Exeter Independent Gift Card for its supply team reward and referral programs, funnelling support to the city’s independent sector.

An Exeter based not for profit organisation providing supply staff to over 180 schools in Devon is using a popular city gift card to reward its team, and has praised the initiative for its ability to support independent businesses.

Exeter Supply Partnership rewards its supply teachers who have gone above and beyond in their role each half term. After initially using Amazon...

World-class hospital training ward to grow regional healthcare workforce

Exeter College has officially opened its new, fully simulated hospital training ward and life sciences laboratories, giving aspiring healthcare workers in the South West access to modern hospital-standard facilities while they complete their training.

Located at the College’s Hele Road campus in Exeter city centre, the new Bakers Ward facility has been designed in collaboration with key regional partners, including the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (RDUH) and the University of Exeter.

The state-of-the-art medical training spaces will be used to...

The Digital Pomodoro: Adapting time-management techniques specifically for screen-heavy learning

Digital learning is a marathon of the eyes and the mind. Most students fail because they treat their screens like paper. They are not the same. When navigating online courses , the primary enemy is not the clock. It is cognitive load.

The traditional Pomodoro Technique was designed for a world of physical folders and landline phones. It assumes a linear workflow. Digital learning is non-linear. It is a barrage of notifications, tabs, and blue light. To survive, the technique must evolve.

The screen is a thief. It steals focus through infinite choice. Every link is a...

St Luke’s Students Explore Digital Careers in Entrepreneur Workshop

Students at St Luke’s Church of England School in Exeter got a taste of the digital world during a hands-on entrepreneur workshop led by Evo Academy.

Fifteen year 9 and 10 students took part in the session, which offered an introduction to the world of digital enterprise and innovation. The workshop gave students the opportunity to explore how digital skills can be used to develop ideas, solve problems, and create opportunities in a fast-changing world.

Evo Academy was set up to help bridge the gap between traditional education and the needs of today’s digital industries...

Exeter housebuilder donates books to local primary school children

Children at Alphington Primary School are set for exciting new literary adventures after receiving a donation of books worth £1,000. The generous gift of Usborne Books from local housebuilder, David Wilson Redrow South West, will help to bring the school’s new library to life, giving pupils the opportunity to discover new stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Craig Turner, Curriculum Senior Leader at Alphington Primary School, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to have received this donation. These books will make a fantastic addition to our new library. Reading in...

Familiar Face Named as New West Exe Headteacher

West Exe School has announced the appointment of Jamie Engineer as its new headteacher, taking up the role following the Easter holidays.

He succeeds Julie Fossey, who is stepping into a full-time role leading the Ted Wragg Institute, supporting staff development across the Trust to ensure excellent teaching and learning for all students.

Mr Engineer, who has served as Head of School since September 2025, steps into the position with a strong connection to both the school and the local community.

A well-known figure in Exeter, he began his teaching career in the...

Devon’s first Women’s Cricket Academy in a state college setting launches

Exeter College has launched Devon’s first Women’s Cricket Academy based at a non‑fee‑paying college, offering an exceptional new opportunity for young female cricketers to develop their cricketing potential alongside their academic studies.

Ahead of a busy summer season the side is actively recruiting new players. This will begin with trials on Thursday 30 April at Buzz About Cricket’s indoor facility in Cullompton, and aspiring players joining the College this September are now being encouraged to register their interest.

Until now, high‑level cricket academies for...

The Role of Tutors in Achieving Top A-Level Results

A-Level success is rarely just about working harder. More often, it comes from working in a smarter and more focused way. The jump from GCSEs to A-Levels is big and many students find that classroom lessons alone are not always enough to help them reach the very top grades. This is why many families turn to Edumentors' A-level tutors online , who can give one-to-one support, clearer explanations and a more structured way to revise. The best students often combine school learning with tutoring to improve weak topics, sharpen exam technique and stay consistent across the two years....

Education

6 Digital Skills More Important Than Coding - That Your Child Probably Isn't Learning in School

Dunsford Pupils Build Confidence on Two Wheels During Bikeability Week

St James School Book Place in National Flag Football Finals

Teachers given the gift of Exeter’s independents

World-class hospital training ward to grow regional healthcare workforce

The Digital Pomodoro: Adapting time-management techniques specifically for screen-heavy learning

St Luke’s Students Explore Digital Careers in Entrepreneur Workshop

Exeter housebuilder donates books to local primary school children

Familiar Face Named as New West Exe Headteacher

Devon’s first Women’s Cricket Academy in a state college setting launches

The Role of Tutors in Achieving Top A-Level Results

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