In honour of World Book Day, Exeter Junior School's librarians launched 'Project 500' an exciting reading initiative that promotes Science reading for pleasure.

The librarians introduced a whole selection of newly purchased Science books that have been given pride of place in our library this week and are available to borrow straight away.

Pupil librarian Alex Leaver (U1B) explained: "Science books tell us a great deal about the world around us and they can be very interesting - and fun - to read."

Libraries often have many great science books for you to choose from...

Broadclyst Community Primary School (BCPS) has been recognised as a Centre of Assessment Excellence during GL Assessment’s 5th National Assessment Conference in London on 3 March.

Headteacher Jonathan Bishop, who spoke at the event on the subject of Identifying Coasting Students, was presented with a plaque in recognition of the school’s partnership with GL Assessment.

Mr Bishop commented: “Accurate assessment information is crucial to really understanding not only what a child has achieved but also his/her potential. It allows teachers to target, support and resource...

South West property developers Burrington Estates, who are building a new development of 25 high specification new two, three, four and five-bedroom homes in Clyst St George invited school children from Lady Seawards Primary School for an educational visit to their new development, Seaward Park, leading up to the highly anticipated show home opening this Saturday 4th March 10am-4pm.

Overall 40 school children made up of years 4, 5 and 6 pupils participated in a site tour, reviewed building methods, the importance of sustainability and learned about the different build stages. The...

A world expert in measuring brain function will give his first lecture at the University of Exeter.

Keith Wesnes was recently appointed Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Exeter Medical School, bringing over 40 years’ experience of measuring changes to major aspects of cognitive function in both clinical practice and research. His work is crucial for furthering the understanding of various factors, including ageing and dementia, which compromise cognitive function, as well as the identification of factors which could ameliorate such changes.

Professor...

Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter could not hide his delight after his side underlined their play-off credentials in the Aviva Premiership by downing Leicester Tigers 34-15 at Welford Road

Despite trailing to a fifth-minute try from Italian international Michele Rizzo, the visitors dominated the remainder of the contest to collect maximum reward and close the gap on table-topping Wasps to just a single point.

Kai Horstmann (pictured), Stu Townsend and Mitch Lees all crossed the line, while a penalty try was also converted by England international Henry Slade, who finished...

]Leading independent education specialists Class People swapped their recruitment hats on Thursday for Mr Men, all in aid of World Book Day. With experience in and outside the classroom, CEO Lynis Bassett led the Class People team in dressing up as characters from the Mr Men series of books to help promote reading in schools. Using their social media platforms to create buzz around the day, the consultants dressed in costume read out extracts from their favourite Mr Men books. Lynis Bassett, Chief Executive Officer, Class People says: “We’re no strangers to dressing up and celebrating a...

Probably one of the most important questions we can ask ourselves is‘who we think we really are’. Our self-identity is an issue that runs through human history and is found in the works of poets, artists, theologians and psychologists – to name but a few. Who we believe we are is of course influenced by people around us – the names they use to describe us, how others relate to us, and the familiar, social, tribal and faith groups we belong to. Even Jesus raises the matter when he says to Peter, ‘who do people say I am’. He then later personalises the issue by re-phrasing the question –‘who...

This spring Exeter Phoenix presents a new season packed full of great nights out and fun for all the family.

The city’s local arts hub, tucked away behind Gandy Street, offers a tantalizing and diverse selection of live music, independent cinema, contemporary art and performance this March and April. Musically, the venue’s highlights include a farewell tour from indie folk band Stornoway, the last chance for fans to see them live before they call it a day, an energetic live set from Frank Carter and The Rattlesnakes, Stereolab’s Laetitia Sadier and Alabama 3. Alongside a programme...