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Why More Adults Than Ever Are Taking GCSEs Online

The stereotype of the GCSE student is a sixteen-year-old in school uniform, sitting in a hall with hundreds of peers, clock ticking on the wall. The reality in 2026 is increasingly different. A growing number of adults across the UK, from people in their twenties to those well past retirement age, are enrolling in online GCSE courses to fill gaps in their education that they've carried for years or decades. Some need specific grades for career progression. Others want to prove something to themselves. Whatever the motivation, the...

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What is TEEN Beauty?

Let's face it—teens are overwhelmed with pressure by mates, classmates and themselves to look like unrealistic representations of people who should not be role models. Whether they are trying to copycat the makeup look of a reality show sexpot or watching the most recent video of their favourite pop star's lyrical exploration about sex, many teens are just following the crowd—and looking much older than they should. Many teens and adults alike don't realise that these celebrity 'ideals' of beauty go through hours upon hours of skin treatments, skincare, hair and...

Tony Rowe opens new Sports Pitch at Bicton College

The Exeter Chiefs Rugby Academy is approaching the end of its second year at Bicton and proving to be an extremely successful partnership. With a growing sporting reputation, and a high demand for places, Bicton is developing its sports facilities and increasing the range of courses on offer. This September students will be able to take their studies to the next level as the College starts a new HNC and HND in Sport (Coaching and Sports Development), alongside the other sports and outdoor adventure courses already running.

Tony Rowe, Chairman and CEO of the Exeter Chiefs, recently...

A new perspective on art that touches all the senses

Exeter School is to exhibit artwork produced by WESC Foundation pupils and students for the second year running. An exhibition of sensory artwork produced by visually impaired artists will be held from 18-21 June, 10am – 3pm, in the Andrews Hall to which all are invited, beginning with a private view on Monday 17 June from 6-7.30pm. John Mason, Exeter School’s Head of Art, said he was pleased to host ‘Sensational! 2013’ as it was beneficial for pupils attending both schools. “The exhibition gives our pupils a new perspective on art as the WESC’s artwork touches all the senses.” Irena...

Last chance to find out about courses for all ages at Exeter College!

As the summer approaches, people of all ages have the chance to find out what Exeter College offers them.

The Higher Education and Adult Learning Fair, at Hele Road 4 July, 5-8pm, is the ideal opportunity for people 19 and over to find out about learning new skills, meeting new people and gaining new qualifications, as well as finding out about the university-level courses at the college. Visitors can also find out about the new 24+ loans to help with the cost of some courses.

The college's automotive, aerospace, engineering and construction centres for under 19s are on...

Exeter primary leads the way for faith schools

An Exeter primary is leading the way for Roman Catholic schools in the region by converting to academy status.

St Nicholas Catholic Primary became an academy this month, leading the way for other Catholic schools in Devon, Cornwall and Dorset.

The Director of Schools for the Diocese, John Mannix, said: “The Diocese of Plymouth has been considering the benefits of a single Academy Trust for all its schools.

“So, while deliberations are ongoing, it is anticipated that St Nicholas will be joined by more than 30 other Catholic schools by next April.

“In the...

Get creative with Devon Libraries

Libraries across Devon are encouraging residents to ‘think differently’ this month as part of a project to inspire creativity.

A series of events and activities associated with experiment, discovery, play, learning and reflection will be held throughout June aimed getting people to try something new.

Designed for those of all ages, they include activities such as learning to use a smart phone, creating treasures at a free play table, cake decorating, knitting and discovering how e-book readers work.

Councillor Roger Croad, Devon County Council’s Cabinet Member for...

Praise as high expectations help adult learners achieve their goals

Devon County Council’s Adult and Community Learning Service has been praised by independent education inspectors for the quality of the teaching and support it offers its learners.

Ofsted say outcomes for learners using the service are good, with rising success rates on courses leading to accreditation and higher level qualifications, as well as those designed to develop people’s personal and social skills, with “many learners making substantial gains in their confidence and self-esteem” say inspectors.

Their report, published this week, highlights the quality of the...

Devon agrees cash to help secure UTC site in Newton Abbot

A £200,000 cash boost to help the new University Technical College find a home in Newton Abbot was agreed today by Devon County Council’s Cabinet.

The capital grant will support the UTC in winning funds from other partners to secure its preferred site.

The £9.7 million college will offer a new way of learning for up to 600 young people aged 14 to 18.

It will focus on engineering, water and the environment and already has the backing of a number of local businesses including Centrax, South Devon link road contractors Galliford Try and South West Water.

Devon’...

Free workshops for keen crafters

Keen crafters are being encouraged to go along to the Contemporary Craft Festival in Bovey Tracey next week (Friday 7 to Sunday 9 June).

Devon County Council’s Adult and Community Learning will be providing workshops for anyone who might be interested in taking up a craft and enrolling on a course. Current learners’ and tutors’ work will also be showcased at the festival.

“Bovey Tracey Craft Festival is an excellent event for anyone who may be thinking about enrolling on a craft a course with Devon Adult and Community Learning” said County Councillor Roger Croad. “It’s the...

Lapford Parents Challenge Academy over Education Changes

In March this year, Chulmleigh Academy Trust following a consultation decided that Year 6 children from Lapford School and East Worlington School children were to be Educated at Chulmleigh Primary school from September 2013.

Opposition to the proposal:

The vast majority of parents from Lapford, the wider community and the local council are opposed to this decision. Many letters of opposition have been sent and also a petition has been obtained containing 370 signatures from a village that only has 250 houses.

A plea was made to the Academy to think again with regard...

Education

Why More Adults Than Ever Are Taking GCSEs Online

What is TEEN Beauty?

Tony Rowe opens new Sports Pitch at Bicton College

A new perspective on art that touches all the senses

Last chance to find out about courses for all ages at Exeter College!

Exeter primary leads the way for faith schools

Get creative with Devon Libraries

Praise as high expectations help adult learners achieve their goals

Devon agrees cash to help secure UTC site in Newton Abbot

Free workshops for keen crafters

Lapford Parents Challenge Academy over Education Changes

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