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Blundell’s School Appoints Gareth Pearson as Next Head

Blundell’s School is pleased to announce the appointment of Gareth Pearson as its next Head, beginning in September 2026.

Currently Head of Christ College, Brecon, Mr Pearson has led the school since 2017, earning a reputation as an inspirational and values-driven leader. Under his...

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Plymouth College Open Morning success

Hundreds of visitors took the opportunity to visit Plymouth College today (Saturday 7 October), as part of their Open Morning.

A whole host of activities, such as interactive science displays, musical interludes, drama performances and sport demonstrations were on display and guests were particularly impressed with the explosions taking place in Chemistry.

The Open Morning is...

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Next Steps South West launch resources to help young people realise their potential

Next Steps South West (SW) is a consortium of universities and colleges across the South West awarded government funding to inspire young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to progress to higher education. Industry professionals have identified the need for such a project, and the gap between aspirations and achievement.

“…the lack is an understanding of the rules – both written and...

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How to choose the best senior school for your child

Choosing the right school for your child is a decision that cannot be made lightly. The decision you make will have long reaching implications for your child’s future. You know your child better than anyone, so you need to take time to consider your options.

Unless your child is a member of a middle school, when your child goes into Year 6 you need to decide which senior school they...

Free mini makeovers courtesy of Plymouth students

As part of the Fashion in the City event – between September 9 and 17 – students from City College Plymouth and staff from Stars Salon – will be offering a range of completely free beauty treatments.

From mini manicures to dry hair styling, make-up tips to beauty consultations, they will be on hand to make sure everyone who arrives turns heads when they leave.

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2018 school admission places now open

September 2018 may seem ages away but if your child is due to start school you need to start the application process now.

From Monday 4 September Plymouth City Council is taking applications from families whose children are due to start at:

primary school for the first time in September 2018
junior school (having completed Year 2 in an infant school) in

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What Is the Common Entrance Exam?

The Common Entrance Exam is a common standard used by many different independent schools throughout the United Kingdom as a method of determining entry to senior or secondary independent schools.

The Common Entrance Exam has been used for many years and has been constantly revised and refined over time. The Independent Schools Examinations Board is the body which oversees the test and...

Plympton Academy students celebrate GCSE results

Plympton Academy students will celebrate today as they collect their GCSE exam results. Despite the introduction of the new harder GCSEs in English and maths, the pass rate remained strong in both of these subjects. The students, who sat their exams in June, are the first group to receive their maths, English Literature and English Language results in a new format. The traditional GCSE grades...

Plymouth GCSE Results 2017

As this year’s GCSE results are released, early indications show that Plymouth schools are getting the basics right and are in-line with National figures.

As the government rolls out a new way of measuring school performance, changes to GCSE performance measures are beginning to appear. These changes to GCSE grading are being brought in to ensure students can compete for jobs across an...

Plymouth College students celebrate outstanding GCSE results

An emotional day at Plymouth College, with students receiving their impressive results. Students have much to celebrate with 43% of all GCSE results graded at A* or A. Plymouth College has an enviable reputation for academic excellence, and this year’s performance consolidates that position.

The school is proud of all the achievements of all of its pupils.

Top performers this...

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Fantastic A Level results at Plympton Academy

Students at Plympton Academy have been celebrating some fantastic A Level and BTEC results this year with overall student progress again increasing from previous years. A quarter of results were at the highest grades of A*, A or Distinction* in A level and BTEC, with 79% at A*- C or Distinction*/ Merit across the A level and BTEC range. This year’s overall pass rate for A Levels and BTEC...

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