Exeter

West Exe School is thrilled to be participating in Art Bytes, a prestigious national art and EdTech programme that encourages creativity and builds cultural capital for students. The programme, which combines an inter-school art competition with a bespoke virtual gallery and in-person celebration events across England, is aimed at Year 5 and Year 9 students. It has proven to nurture talent, raise ambition, and develop vital skills that will benefit students in future employment.

Art Bytes is now in its 12th year and the programme supports not only the development of artistic...

Councillors have unanimously backed a submission which sets out the council’s case for a new unitary authority which includes the city of Exeter.

The council will now submit its interim case for the creation of a new unitary authority incorporating the city of Exeter and adjacent areas after it gained cross-party support.

The submission recognises the urban and rural identity of Devon and highlights the need for up to four unitary authorities for the county.

This will capitalise on the region’s established strengths, drive economic and housing growth and deliver...

A much-loved Museum has discovered a treasure chest of items it knew little or nothing about, thanks to a special project undertaken entirely by volunteers.

The aim of the project was to trawl through a vast reserve store of artefacts held in Topsham Museum but not previously put on display. Volunteers then assessed the historical value of each item, cleaning, indexing and photographing each in turn.

The end result will be the creation of a “hidden gems” section on the Museum website, allowing visitors to see the items for the first time.

“It was a voyage of...

The Ted Wragg Trust has been shortlisted for two national education awards. The trust which runs eighteen schools across Devon has been shortlisted for the SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) award at the MAT Excellence Awards, as well as the Best Practice in Inclusive Education Award at the Education Business Awards.

The MAT Excellence Awards give trusts across the UK the opportunity to celebrate the achievements of their schools, students and staff and the positive impact they have on their local community. They allow trusts to showcase their expertise and share...

Two Devon friends have brought a sky high adventure to life in Bernard and Betty and The Hot Air Balloon , a thrilling debut children’s book.

Laura Cope and Frances Williams have turned their love of storytelling and illustration into a charming tale filled with fun, mischief, and a touch of fire-breathing chaos.

The story follows Bernard the dragon and his sidekick, Betty, as they sneak into the basket of a hot air balloon at a festival and, subsequently, their adventure unfolds in the skies.

Frances has been drawing Bernard the dragon for years. It was her...

Vertu Volvo Exeter is sponsoring Buckland Athletic Girls Under-16s as they aim for the league title, furthering its commitment to supporting grassroots sport and the local community. The dealership is the team’s main shirt sponsor as they compete at the top level of the Devon Girls Football League.

The squad of 18 talented players is currently leading Division One and has also reached the semi-finals of the County Cup. With several players on county and national pathways, the team is proving to be a breeding ground for future footballing talent.

Ben Williamson, Service...

Global hospitality company, Valor Hospitality, has embarked on the management of IHG Hotels and resorts’ first branded net zero carbon hotel*, including the launch of a new destination restaurant at voco Zeal Exeter Science Park.

Representing a significant shift towards sustainable hospitality, the new ISCA restaurant at voco Zeal Exeter Science Park opens as a celebration of local farmers, fishers and artisans from Devon and Cornwall, with a focus on thoughtful dining inspired by nature.

ISCA, which has an emphasis on local and seasonal cuisine, has been developed by...

Students at Isca Academy were treated to an unforgettable British Science Week event as they welcomed Drs. Natalie Whitehead and Alice Mills from the Exeter Science Centre, alongside a team of academics from Exeter University, on Thursday, 13th March.

The visit brought the “Our World from Space” project to the school, offering an exciting exploration into the crucial role of UK space science in the health and sustainability of our planet.

The event, designed to celebrate British Science Week and its theme of ‘Change and Adapt,’ allowed students to engage in a variety of...

As part of their House system and charity fundraising efforts some of the amazing Prefect Team at West Exe School recently had the honour of presenting a cheque for £1,475 to Exeter Food Action.

The funds were raised through events held at the school last year and the school community couldn’t be prouder of the incredible support shown by students, families, and staff in raising this money.

West Exe School, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust , is committed to supporting local causes and making a positive impact on the community. Exeter Food Action works tirelessly to...

An award-winning, not-for-profit dementia day care service, The Filo Project , is looking for more people to host small groups of people across Mid- and North Devon, to meet growing demand in the area.

Just as a childminder opens up their home, The Filo Project’s innovative model sees carefully-selected hosts collecting small groups of people with early to moderate dementia and welcoming them into their home for a shared day and home-cooked lunch together.

Jennifer Potter, a Filo Project host from the Exeter area, explains: “A Filo day is like a day with friends and...