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Exeter College Festival of Carols Raises Money for Charities

Students, parents, staff and the Exeter community joined together to celebrate Christmas at Exeter College’s Festival of Carols in the stunning setting of Exeter Cathedral, all in the name of charity.

The annual event celebrated the college’s exceptionally talented students, with performances from the Exeter College orchestra, as well as student choirs and piano and vocal duets.

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Free adult course on business start-ups to launch at Exeter College

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Any adult with an interest in developing their business skills or starting their own venture can attend free of charge, whether they are just curious about the subject area or already have some skills they want to develop.

Record number of schools legging it to Lapland to reduce carbon and congestion

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Exeter School's National Trust concert - a night to remember!

For many Exeter School pupils, parents and National Trust supporters, the concert in aid of the National Trust in Exeter Cathedral is a highlight in the festive calendar.

For the nineteenth year running, the concert showcases the school's senior orchestral groups, brass and choirs in the magnificent cathedral setting.

Over 200 pupils will make this year's concert on Tuesday 10 December a night to remember.

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Exeter College's Festival of Carols set to kick off Christmas

Date: 5th December 2019

Location: Exeter Cathedral

Timings: Doors open 6.30pm, 7.30pm start

Admission: Free, donations to college charities welcomed

Exeter College’s annual Festival of Carols will be kicking off Christmas in the stunning setting of Exeter Cathedral, complete with performances from college students; all in the name of charity.

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UK Heart Safe Award for Exeter School

Exeter School is the recipient of a UK Heart Safe Award. The co-educational independent school for girls and boys aged 7-18 won the award for the Education category of the awards, hosted by Jenny Powell and the Hand on Heart Charity.

The prestigious award was made for Exeter School's investment in five defibrillators for school and community use. In the last twelve months, Exeter School has acquired two new defibrillators to add to the three already available across the 25-acre site.