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Exeter Students Kick Off Year of Reading with Top Author

Year 8 students from West Exe School marked the start of the National Year of Reading 2026 with an inspiring live session from children’s author Tom Palmer.

During the event, students heard about Tom’s writing journey, gained insights into his storytelling process, and learned how to turn their own passions and interests into engaging stories. The session encouraged confidence, creativity, and a love of reading and writing among pupils.

Tom Palmer, bestselling author of the Football Academy and Foul Play series, captivated students with his energy and enthusiasm,...

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Oxbridge Application Success for Exeter College Students

Exeter College students are celebrating as 20 learners have been offered places to study with the internationally-renowned University of Oxford and University of Cambridge.

Places at the Oxbridge universities, as they are commonly known, are incredibly sought-after, with a rigorous application and interview process required to get in to study at one of the leading universities in the world.

This year, record numbers of Exeter College students applied for places at the universities, and now 20 students are celebrating their hard work paying off with offers to study a range...

Why the need for virtual STEM summer schools?

Even in the post COVID19 world, virtual STEM summer schools would play an important role. Here we discuss some of the advantages of conducting these camps virtually.

Summer Schools and their Benefits

In this connected era, more and more parents, teachers, schools as well as young students all over the world are realising the pros of attending a high-quality summer programme in both the US and the UK. But there are still several who are often unaware of the incredible benefits of these programmes and end up being at a major disadvantage when compared to their peers.

The...

Why Play Math Games? How Games Can Help Kids Get Better at Math?

As early as 1850 BC there are records of mathematical puzzles and games. Famous Rhind Papyrus found in Egypt is estimated to be from 1850 BC. After which throughout history, many artifacts were found which showed that puzzles and games were often interwoven with mathematics. The teachers also take the help of the math games and puzzles to explain the concepts first before proceeding towards the problems. Whether it is number games, geometric puzzles, network problems mathematics is commonly and often associated with puzzles. It is instrumental to have puzzles or games around to develop...

Which certification is best for a product owner?

Product Owner certification is one of the best credentials for someone who take their company's offerings seriously. Product ownership is a gradual function for highly skilled product managers or beginner Scrum masters. Recent global changes towards agile technique have made expert scrum product owner a much likable role. Individuals with product owner positions experience growth in their specific scrum frameworks.

Despite the above dynamics, a nagging question that many people keep asking themselves is: How can one become a successful product owner? You may also try to find out...

Nine Oxbridge offers for Exeter School

Exeter School is pleased to complete this year’s Oxbridge admissions process with the announcement that nine pupils have been offered places.

This year’s selection of candidates includes a former pupil and eight current pupils who all completed the admissions process online this year.

Seven pupils were offered places to study at the University of Cambridge and two at the University of Oxford this year.

Alumna Lily Alford has an unconditional offer to study history and Spanish at Selwyn College, Cambridge.

She said receiving an offer from Cambridge has...

Headteacher Rupert Poole with students from Queen Elizabeth's School

Twelfth school joins the Ted Wragg Trust

Queen Elizabeth’s School in Crediton has become the latest school to benefit from the collaboration and support of being part of the Ted Wragg Trust.

The school was officially welcomed to the Trust on February 1, and will be the 12th school to join, strengthening opportunities and partnerships, bringing improved educational outcomes for its students and extensive benefits to the Crediton community.

Queen Elizabeth’s School (QE), is a large school with approximately 1300 students and is known for its friendly and approachable atmosphere. The school has served Crediton and...

IMP Software shortlisted for BETT Awards Leadership and Management Solutions prize

Exeter-based IMP Software is one of eight finalists in the running for the BETT Awards 2021 Leadership and Management Solutions category. The winners of the prestigious awards, which are billed as “a celebration of the inspiring creativity and innovation that can be found throughout technology for education”, are due to be announced at a ceremony at The Brewery in London on 16th June.

Produced in association with the British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA), BETT’s Leadership and Management Solutions award aims to reward digital software, content, online and offline...

In the Know: Essential Tips on How to Learn Languages

As much as learning new languages can be fun, it can also be challenging. Especially when you are a grown-up, it can be quite hard to master new languages. However, some people have a sharp IQ, and they master things quite faster. Are you wondering how you can learn another language more quickly? Well, check the tips below. What works for another person might not work for you, but there are many techniques without any doubt, you will find the tips that will work for you.

Be ready to spend time

If you want to learn a new skill, then you must dedicate adequate...

Tips On Preparing For Your New Job

1. Do Some Research

The more you know about the company or business where you applied for a job, the better the odds of impressing your new employer. For example, contact the human resources department and ask whether they can provide details regarding the job requirements. You can also inquire about the overall goals of the company to get a better understanding of where you fit in. And if you can get information about things like salary benefits, the hours you have to work, and even whether health benefits are involved, then do it.

2. Dress Accordingly

When you...

Exeter College principal recognised in New Year’s Honours list

Exeter College Principal and Chief Executive John Laramy has been awarded a CBE in the New Year’s Honours List in recognition of his services to education.

John, who has been with Exeter College for twelve years, has successfully led the College and sustained its status as one of the very best colleges in the country. The College continues to win various awards and in his first year as Principal, it was ranked as the top college in the country by one of the sector newspapers, FE Week. In fact, in the five years the paper has ranked every college in the country, Exeter has never...

Education

Exeter Students Kick Off Year of Reading with Top Author

Oxbridge Application Success for Exeter College Students

Why the need for virtual STEM summer schools?

Why Play Math Games? How Games Can Help Kids Get Better at Math?

Which certification is best for a product owner?

Nine Oxbridge offers for Exeter School

Twelfth school joins the Ted Wragg Trust

IMP Software shortlisted for BETT Awards Leadership and Management Solutions prize

In the Know: Essential Tips on How to Learn Languages

Tips On Preparing For Your New Job

Exeter College principal recognised in New Year’s Honours list

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