Education

Seaton Wetlands recently hosted 26 primary school teachers from across Devon to help them use the outdoor environment to develop mathematical reasoning and problem solving skills for children.

The day-long course entitled ‘Developing Young Mathematicians Outdoors’ was delivered by education rangers from East Devon District Council's countryside team with support from school improvement advisor and curriculum consultant, David Weatherly.

Mr Weatherly said: "The day illustrated to teachers how easily they can use the outdoors as a normal part of everyday learning in school...

Exeter College has been awarded the ‘Gold’ standard for delivering consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its University Level students.

The coveted gold award highlights that the college’s Centre for University Level Studies, which offers a wide range of degree level courses, is among the best in the country for teaching and employment outcomes.

The results of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), published today, provide a picture of excellence in teaching and learning in UK higher education. A panel of experts judged awarded Exeter College gold...

Queen Elizabeth’s School, in Crediton, is delighted that once again over 50 of their Sixth Form students have succeeded in meeting the demands of the QE Sixth Form Diploma Award.

The Diploma Award evening, held on Thursday 4th May, celebrated QE Sixth Formers exceptional achievements. The award commends not only the incredible work ethic that leads QE students to achieve some of the very best A level results in Devon, but also their outstanding participation in volunteering, community service and action.

As expected, Sixth Form study brings many challenges for students –...

Exeter School is delighted to offer eight free places to children from the local community. The co-educational independent school for children aged 7 – 18 has received sufficient donations and legacies from former pupils, in addition to ongoing grants from a local charity, to create eight bursaries for children from Exeter. Headmaster Bob Griffin said he was delighted with the interest shown in the free places which were launched last year. “We have already started awarding bursaries to local children who will begin their educational journey at Exeter School in September 2017,” he said. “...