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Moving to Exeter as an international student: Everything you need to know

Exeter has become one of the UK's most popular destinations for international students.

Home to more than 7,000 students from over 150 countries, the city combines the academic reputation of the University of Exeter with a lifestyle that feels far less overwhelming than larger student hubs such as London, Manchester or Birmingham.

But while moving to Exeter can be exciting, moving to a new country comes with a lot of practical challenges. From finding accommodation and setting up a bank account to understanding the local transport system, here's everything international...

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Local students get creative at Bovey Tracey Craft Festival

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Wed, 07/17/2019 - 11:25pm

Year 12 students from South Dartmoor Community College and Atrium Studio School, part of South Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust, rubbed shoulders with professional artists and crafts people during the weekend of the prestigious Craft Festival held in Bovey Tracey.

Year 12 students from the Art & Design department worked with professional screen printer, Phil Summerscale, during a project which challenged them to run their own commercial stand selling their T-shirt designs. Students also hosted workshops for children interested in learning more about the screen-printing process,...

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Captain & Mrs Jones Award

South Dartmoor Community College establishes annual bravery award

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 07/16/2019 - 8:37pm

Two students from South Dartmoor Community College in Ashburton, Devon, have been named as the first recipients of a new award for students who show bravery or go above and beyond to help others and the community.

The Captain and Mrs Jones Cup has been set up after a local man Anthony Jones, bequeathed funds to reward students who have positively contributed through acts of courage. His story has been shared by local historian, Chris Robillard, grandparent to several students at the College, in the book Captain and Mrs Jones.

The award is designed in memory of Anthony’s...

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The Best Ways to Beat Homesickness While Studying Abroad

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 07/15/2019 - 6:34am

Homesickness is not a condition you can avoid without causing some irreversible negative effects now or soon in the future. As a simple definition, homesickness is emotional distress that manifests when you feel disconnected from the familiar. This includes people, places, smells, and personal routine.

When you miss somebody, someone, or something bad, your emotional stability is fragile. When you suffer and experience emotional pain, every single aspect of your life will change.

The problem is…college time isn’t really the best moment in life to feel disconnected , lonely...

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South Dartmoor Community College teams up with Giving World 

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 07/02/2019 - 1:29pm

South Dartmoor Community College has teamed up with national charity, Giving World, in a new initiative which will benefit all students at the school.

The school in Ashburton has called the scheme the 'Room of Requirement' – after the Harry Potter books – and has seen it receive dozens of items for free that students can claim. The haul includes 150 pairs of socks, 30 pairs of gloves, 240 bottles of spray disinfectant, 176 tubes of hand cream, 72 bottles of shampoo, 120 pocket travel guides, 20 hairbrushes, 1,000 biro pens, 10 cookery books and 150 reading books.

Students...

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Exeter School alumnus offers three-week work experience in China

An Exeter School Sixth Former has been given the opportunity of a lifetime thanks to a former pupil. Lower Sixth pupil George Heard has been offered an all-inclusive work experience placement in China thanks to the generosity of leading educational consultant Julian Fisher (1993 -2000). Seventeen-year-old George will spend three weeks in Beijing, working on a variety of projects, learning about the local working environment and understanding how entrepreneurs are succeeding in today's China. This is the first work experience placement of its kind offered to an Exeter School pupil by one of...

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First school in Devon to achieve national Wellbeing Award

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 06/28/2019 - 10:08am

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...

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South Dartmoor Community College showcases performing arts talent with Summer Gala

One hundred students at South Dartmoor Community College in Ashburton, Devon, showcased a range of talents at their Summer Performing Arts Gala, taking part in dance, drama and gymnastics in front of an audience of teachers, parents and fellow students.

As well as displaying a range of performing arts talents, the Gala also serves to strengthen the links with primaries linked to South Dartmoor Community College, building strong relationships between the schools. Four primary clubs performed alongside students from the college on the night, with many audience members praising their...

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Practical tips in writing a research paper

Your research paper will contribute to the body of knowledge on its subject. It should, as such, be perfect. Every aspect, ranging from formatting to the content, should be correct. It all seems like much, and this is why many students turn to a research paper helper .

However, it wouldn’t hurt to get an idea on how to write flawless research papers. Here are some practical tips to get you started.

  • Choose Your Topic Well

Everything about your research paper is hinged on the topic. The chosen topic should be important to other scholars in your field and...

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Nurturing tech talent for future careers in Enterprise Zone

Today, schools from around East Devon attended The Big Bang Fair South West 2019 at Westpoint Arena Exeter, hosted by CSW Group.

The Big Bang Fair aims to inspire young people about future careers in science, technology, engineering, maths (STEM).

Two major employers, located in the Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone, were major sponsors of the event – Flybe as Headline Sponsors and Exeter Science Park as Gold Sponsors.

Cllr Ben Ingham, Leader of East Devon District Council, said: “Over 10,000 new jobs are expected to be created in the Exeter and East Devon...

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Celebrity Chef James Tanner visits Exeter School

Exeter School pupils and staff were delighted to welcome celebrity chef James Tanner. The ambassador for Independents by Sodexo's, Exeter School's catering provider, spent time with Junior School and Sixth Form pupils giving demonstrations on cooking with wonky veg and fresh fish. In the morning, James and Sodexo chef Tom Allen spent time talking to Year 5 pupils about fresh fruit and vegetables. The pupils were given the opportunity to taste and look at some more unusual fruits and vegetables, such as dragon fruit and star fruit from warmer climates, and artichoke and fennel. The chefs...

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