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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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SW training provider awarded NHS contract at RD&E

Exeter-based independent training provider, PGL Training Limited (PGL) has won a prestigious contract to provide a Customer Service Level 2 Apprenticeship programme with the Royal Devon & Exeter (RD&E) Trust. The contract went to open tender and is the beginning of a new programme being launched within the RD&E to provide excellent opportunities across the South West.

Established in 2004, PGL originally provided training for the construction industry including plumbing and electrical, and expanded into a diverse range of courses such as hair and beauty as the business...

BCPS children (aged 9/10) in character as soldiers for their Forestry Commission performance.

Primary school pupils re-enact famous day in Devon’s history at Killerton

Sixty-one children from Year 5 at Broadclyst Community Primary School (BCPS) took on the challenge of re-enacting a famous day in Devon’s history when they performed The Forestry Conundrum in the house and grounds of National Trust Killerton in June.

The 9/10-year-olds recreated a day after World War 1 when Killerton House waited impatiently for the return of Lord Acland with news about his Forestry Commission Bill and whether it passed in Parliament. This was an important time for the people of Britain, as they faced a timber crisis which could result in many not being able to...

‘Excellent’ in all areas says recent School Inspection Report

Exeter Cathedral School is delighted to formally share its glowing inspection result following an Independent School Inspectorate (ISI) Inspection in May. Inspectors praised the School’s overall educational quality and awarded it ‘Excellent’ in all a

The ISI Inspection report found that ECS was ‘Excellent’ when considering...

First school in Devon to achieve national Wellbeing Award

The Maynard School in Exeter has become the first school in the whole of Devon (and only the second in the South West) to achieve the national Wellbeing Award for Schools following a rigorous inspection from an external assessor on Thursday 20 June 2019.

This prestigious award assesses the school’s commitment to promoting and protecting positive emotional wellbeing and mental health whilst ensuring there is a clear whole-school strategy in place which is communicated to all staff, governors, parents and students within the school. The award has a focus on changing the long-term...

Two Westclyst Community Primary School pupils with their laptops in class

Westclyst Community Primary School’s Ofsted report ‘outstanding’

Westclyst Community Primary School (WCPS) has achieved an ‘outstanding’ Ofsted report at its very first inspection, which took place at the beginning of May. The announcement has delighted parents and staff, particularly given the comment in the report that “rigorous monitoring of children’s progress and effective action plans have secured a trend of outcomes that is above the national average”.

The report praised the school’s quality of teaching, learning and assessment, as well as its work to promote pupils’ personal development and welfare. The summary of key findings included...

Local youngsters gain recognition from the British Science Association

Local youngsters have been working towards the British Science Associations Crest Award, with the first 10 children gaining the recognition this weekend, after completing a series of extra-curricular science events organised by Sciencedipity CIC, a Devon based non-profit educational company.

Six children from Exeter and four from Barnstaple received their Crest Award this week, with many other local children also enrolled in this nationally recognised scheme, following close behind them.

To achieve the Crest Award, the children, aged 6-12, complete eight activities which...

What to look for in a grammar school

If you are considering a grammar school education for your child, it can be a daunting task to choose the most suitable option. There will be plenty to consider and various factors that come into play when deciding which institution will best match your child’s needs.

Finding the right fit will involve a school that meets their educational and emotional needs. Choosing a school that suits your child’s personality, passions, and interests is as vital as opting for a school that will support them academically. Happiness at school is rooted around several key factors, including the...

Pioneering technical college invites Newton Abbot to 'Fight the Fatberg'

Celebrating World Environment Day (Wednesday 5th June), Newton Abbot’s pioneering technical college is inviting prospective students to a special open day where they will join forces to ‘fight the fatberg’.

Working with Surfers Against Sewage’s Plastic Free campaign and community group Transition Newton Abbot, South Devon University Technical College (UTC) will be hosting an Open Evening on Wednesday 5th June, 5pm-8:30pm. Prospective students who have a flair for science, engineering, technology and the environment can participate in a range of activities throughout the evening,...

Year 4 BCPS student using desktop computer and headphones

Broadclyst Community Primary School receives an ‘EdTech Oscar’

Broadclyst Community Primary School (BCPS) has received one of the prestigious ‘Edtech Oscars’ and features in a national report that showcases imaginative uses of technology to support teaching and learning across the UK.

The Edtech 50 Schools awards were announced yesterday (8 May) at a celebration event held at the House of Lords. Fifty schools were highlighted as pioneering the use of education technology to make the greatest difference to pupils, staff and parents from across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. They were selected by an independent judging panel made...

WCPS Year 2 pupils, TCAT trustees and leadership team at the ceremony

Topping-out ceremony marks East Devon school’s progress to completion

Children from Year 2 at Westclyst Community Primary School (WCPS) walked into their new school hall for the first time on 29 April, when the official Topping Out ceremony took place at the site of the brand-new building in Hillside Gardens, Westclyst.

Local councillors, school governors, the headteacher, members of the teaching staff and pupils from the school attended the ceremony, together with representatives of Galliford Try (GT), the contractors building the school.

Mike Lillis, operations manager for GT, emphasised the firm’s commitment to the community of Westclyst...

Education

Exeter Students Kick Off Year of Reading with Top Author

SW training provider awarded NHS contract at RD&E

Primary school pupils re-enact famous day in Devon’s history at Killerton

‘Excellent’ in all areas says recent School Inspection Report

First school in Devon to achieve national Wellbeing Award

Westclyst Community Primary School’s Ofsted report ‘outstanding’

Local youngsters gain recognition from the British Science Association

What to look for in a grammar school

Pioneering technical college invites Newton Abbot to 'Fight the Fatberg'

Broadclyst Community Primary School receives an ‘EdTech Oscar’

Topping-out ceremony marks East Devon school’s progress to completion

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