Education

Brand-new £1 million nursery set to open in Cranbrook

A brand-new, purpose-built nursery and pre-school will open in Cranbrook, on the outskirts of Exeter, in September.

The Little Pioneers Cranbrook nursery, located on Elm Drive, will open following an £1 million investment by owners, OurCoop, the UK’s largest independent co-operative Society, and offers 100 spaces for children aged from three months to five years.

Ahead of its upcoming opening, its launch was marked by a ribbon cutting ceremony last week attended by the Vice Chair of Cranbrook Town Council, alongside OurCoop directors and executive team.

At the...

Wynstream Primary Pupils Find Their Rhythm with New Bucket Drumming Club

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Thu, 06/11/2026 - 7:10pm

Wynstream Primary School in Exeter, part of Education South West , is celebrating the successful launch of its new ‘Bucket Drumming Club’, a lively programme that is already proving hugely popular with pupils.

Bucket drumming is a popular and accessible form of "junk percussion" where players use everyday objects, typically plastic utility buckets, as a drum set.

Led by teaching assistant and drummer Murdo McKean, the club introduces children to rhythm and percussion using an unexpected instrument, the humble bucket. Sessions have been filled with energy and creativity...

New £12m Centre for Law and Social Sciences opens at Exeter College

Exeter College has opened its new Centre for Law and Social Sciences, transforming the College’s city centre Hele Road campus and creating a modern learning environment for students studying A Level Geography, History, Law, Politics, Sociology and Psychology.

The £12 million development has replaced the Baker Building and spans four floors. It includes 25 new classrooms alongside dedicated breakout and study spaces, improving learner experience, expanding teaching capacity and supporting the College’s future growth plans .

A major feature of the new building is the...

The Importance of Educational Group Tours: Discover, Learn, and Grow Through Group Travel

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Tue, 06/02/2026 - 11:39pm

In an age where digital learning dominates the educational landscape, there remains something profoundly irreplaceable about stepping outside the classroom walls and experiencing the world first-hand. Educational group tours represent far more than mere excursions—they are transformative journeys that combine structured learning with adventure, cultural immersion, and personal development. Whether exploring historical landmarks, engaging with different cultures, or studying ecological systems in their natural habitats, group educational travel offers students and learners of all ages an...

Isca Students Learn to Spot Online Misinformation

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 06/02/2026 - 6:28pm

Students at Isca Academy took part in the “Be Internet Citizens” programme, delivered in partnership with YouTube and Parent Zone, aimed at helping young people navigate the online world safely and confidently.

The sessions, brought to Exeter by local MP Steve Race, focused on helping students identify misinformation and disinformation online, recognise emotional manipulation, and develop stronger media literacy and critical thinking skills.

Students took part in a range of activities and discussions designed to help them question online content, assess the reliability...

How Technology Helps Primary School Education

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Fri, 05/22/2026 - 6:21am

Like any other sector, technology is also shaping primary school education. It helps children with easy learning, a joyful environment, develop digital skills, and makes primary education more accessible. Now, children from any part of the world can learn from global teachers while sitting at home.

Yes, more screentime is not good for a child, but a limited screen time that is valued and productive for a kid is of no harm. In today’s era, we can’t ignore the importance of online classes and learning to make our child future-ready.

In this article, we will help you...

Dunsford Pupils Build Confidence on Two Wheels During Bikeability Week

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 05/07/2026 - 8:32pm

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

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 04/24/2026 - 1:24pm

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...

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