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Exam revision tips for parents from South Devon College

With exam season looming, it can be an anxious time for families. Even so, parents and carers can make a real difference in helping with revision.

We asked Jess Tucker, Head of Tutorial and Learner Progress at South Devon College in Paignton, for expert tips on how parents can support...

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Boxing Champion Rachel Mackenzie Inspires Teign Students to Become Mental Health Ambassadors

A group of 20 students from across Education South West’s secondary schools recently took part in an inspiring training day at Teign School in Kingsteignton as part of the Youth Sport Trust's Active in Mind initiative.

Led by Rachel Mackenzie, former World Number 1 Thai Boxer and British Boxing Champion, the day equipped the students with the tools and techniques needed to support...

Taylor Wimpey supports Collaton St Mary school with World Book Day donation

Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School has received a £200 World Book Day gift card from Taylor Wimpey Exeter as part of the housebuilder’s commitment to the national campaign.

World Book Day is a charity campaign that takes place in March every year and aims to promote reading for pleasure, offering every child and young person the opportunity to immerse themselves in new...

Identifying local needs: the sport and physical activity sector publish local skills plan for Devon

Alongside local employers, education providers, local authorities, the health sector and employability-focused organisations, the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) have implemented a local skills plan for the sport and physical activity workforce in Devon.

Developed by the Devon Local Skills Accountability Board (LSAB), the plan identifies...

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Empowering Girls: Sidmouth College Teams Up with Local Women to Inspire the Next Generation

Students from Sidmouth College have started taking part in Empowering Girls mentoring sessions this term. A selection of Year 9 girls are working with inspirational local women who have volunteered their time for six weeks to support the school’s developing Careers Programme.

The aim is to have the programme running throughout the year so that as many girls as possible can take part...

A Taste of Victory: Bideford Student’s Dessert Steals the Show in Rotary Young Chef Competition

A student from Bideford College, part of Athena Learning Trust, has won the regional final of the Rotary Young Chef Competition.

Josie’s desert was rated outstanding with full marks and she will now take part in the cluster finals.

The Rotary Young Chef competition, proudly sponsored by Filippo Berio, the renowned olive oil producer, offers participants the opportunity to...

Local MP Engages with Sixth Form Students at KCC on Social Media and Smartphones

Caroline Voaden, MP for South Devon, recently visited Kingsbridge Community College (KCC), part of Education South West , to speak with Sixth Form students about her career journey, the realities of working in Parliament, and the important issues facing young people today.

During her talk, Ms Voaden shared insights into her transition from international journalist to Member of the...

Education South West to Lead New Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Hub in South Devon

Education South West (ESW) is proud to announce the development of a pioneering special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) Hub in South Devon, as part of a collaborative initiative with the Special Partnership Trust (SPT) and Devon County Council. This initiative, part of the wider SEND Transformation Programme in Devon, represents a significant step in strengthening inclusive...

Lodestar Academy opens doors to a world of knowledge with new school library

Lodestar Academy is delighted to announce the opening of its brand-new library, providing a dedicated space designed to support the literacy development of its students.

Located in Torquay, Lodestar Academy, part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, offers an alternative education provision for students aged 11 to 16 who face challenges that cannot be addressed within a mainstream...

Essential Cybersecurity Practices for Students and Teachers

Technology lies at the heart of the education sector. In the learning environment and beyond, students and teachers rely heavily on online platforms, software, gadgets and complex research systems.

Within this digital space, cyber threats are unfortunately more prevalent than ever before. According to a report by the government’s Department for Science, Innovation and Technology,...

Cyber Security Suite Launch at City College Plymouth Marks New Era in Digital Skills Training

City College Plymouth has proudly launched its cutting-edge Cyber Security Suite, further cementing its reputation as a leader in digital education. This milestone comes as the College celebrates being awarded the prestigious 2024/25 AoC Beacon Award for Digital Innovation - a national recognition of excellence in further education.

The new Cyber Security Suite has been designed to...

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