Education

Chris Stevens Charts Bradfield College's Future Growth

Under the leadership of Dr Chris Stevens , Bradfield College stands at the intersection of cherished tradition and thoughtful innovation. As the College moves through its 175th anniversary year, Stevens' vision for growth demonstrates how a historic institution can embrace the future while maintaining its core values and distinctive character.

Foundation for Future Growth

"Encouraging young people to develop their inquiry, to develop their character, to prepare themselves for the next stage of their life, not just of their education, is a privilege and a joy," Stevens reflects....

Full story

BHTNews.com

BHTNews.com

Posted:

Steve Race MP Inspires Future Leaders During Visit to Isca Academy

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/12/2025 - 9:26pm

Isca Academy had the privilege of welcoming Steve Race, the newly elected Member of Parliament for Exeter, to their school this term. Mr Race’s visit provided a unique opportunity for students and staff to engage in meaningful discussions about education, leadership, and community.

The day began with the school’s popular Friday morning Tea & Toast event, where Mr Race had the chance to meet with staff members. Following the informal gathering, he spent time with Isca’s Student Leadership Team, answering some thought provoking questions about politics and his role.

...

Read more

Big Brush Club expands to all primary schools in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 02/11/2025 - 11:43pm

A supervised toothbrushing scheme, known as the Big Brush Club, has been running in some areas of Devon, Plymouth and Torbay since 2023. However, the scheme, which is provided for 3-5 year old children in key stage 1, is now being rolled out to all primary schools in Devon who have an early years nursery, pre-school or reception class provision.

It is funded by NHS Devon, in partnership with Devon County Council, Plymouth City Council and Torbay Council, and delivered by dental provider At Home Dental.

Jonathan Bouwer-Davies, Clinical Dental Adviser for NHS Devon said: “...

Read more

Beebots, Metal Detectors, and More: Exwick Heights Boosts Early Years STEM Learning

Exwick Heights Primary School is thrilled to announce the successful receipt of a £15,000 STEM grant from Howmet Aerospace, aimed at enhancing their Early Years provision and inspiring a lifelong love for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from the very start of children's educational journeys.

Thanks to this generous funding, the school has been able to purchase innovative resources, including programmable devices like Beebots (award winning programmable floor robots) to support early coding skills, alongside exciting science tools such as metal detectors,...

Read more
The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill: An Attack on Home Education and Parental Rights

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill: An Attack on Home Education and Parental Rights

In almost all cases, a parent or guardian is the very best person to judge a child’s needs, it is abhorrent that parental rights are being diminished so greatly by this bill, putting these decisions into the hands of a local authority and state who know little to nothing of each individual child’s genuine needs.

Written by and previously published on The Home Ed Daily - with the permission of author Poppy Coles .

I can’t imagine a life in which home education didn’t play a major part. Since 2012 my life has been inextricably linked with the home educating community; from...

Read more

Valspar Trade supports Exeter College as part of UK-wide tour

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 01/31/2025 - 11:54pm

As part of its 2024/25 College Tour, Valspar Trade has recently visited Exeter College, delivering its award-winning Colour Workshop to its painting and decorating students.

The college was also presented with a £500 donation, which it plans to put towards funding for its popular Student Awards competition.

Valspar Trade, part of Valspar and Sherwin-Williams, is on tour, taking its award-winning Colour Workshop to a series of colleges across the UK. This week, Valspar Trade was at Exeter College, with Trade Sales Specialist (TSS) for the region, Anthony Bowman-Pounder,...

Read more

Ted Wragg Trust Schools Champion Children’s Mental Health with Creative Initiatives and Student-Led Support this Children’s Mental Health Week

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 01/30/2025 - 9:32pm

Next week, schools across the Ted Wragg Trust, spanning Devon, will be marking Children’s Mental Health Week. Organised by the children’s mental health charity Place2Be, the annual event raises awareness of the importance of mental health for children and young people. This year’s theme, Know Yourself, Grow Yourself, encourages young people to embrace self-awareness, discover their strengths, and explore what mental wellbeing means to them.

At Tor Bridge High in Plymouth a creative mental health scavenger hunt and quiz has been designed to capture students' attention and spark...

Read more
Rob Stevens of Optix handing the award to Josh Tate

Optix steps up to support the next generation of talent

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Thu, 01/30/2025 - 9:29am

As a passionate supporter of future digital and tech talent, digital marketing specialist Optix Solutions was delighted to support the Exeter College Student Awards 2025.

The company was the proud sponsor of the Digital Media Academy Student of the Year Award won by Josh Tate.

The awards celebration took place at Exeter Cathedral where the hard work, dedication, and achievements of students across a range of disciplines was recognised. Optix MD Rob Stevens attended to present the award to Josh.

He said: “The evening was a fantastic showcase of talent, with...

Read more

Saxon Adventure: Exeter Pupils Step Back in Time at Escot

Year 4 pupils from Whipton Barton Federation embarked on an unforgettable trip to Wildwood Devon at Escot Park this month, immersing themselves in 'living Saxon history.'

The children were transported back in time, exploring life as a Saxon villager and experiencing the everyday tasks that would have defined their ancestors’ lives.

Spread across 40 acres of gardens and woodland in the heart of the county, Wildwood is a charity dedicated to restoring nature through innovative rewilding projects.

During their visit, pupils got hands-on with history as they baked...

Read more

A Feather in their Cap: Exwick Heights Pupils Help Build National Birdwatch Picture

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Tue, 01/28/2025 - 9:17pm

Pupils at Exwick Heights Primary School recently embarked on a birdwatching adventure as part of the RSPB Schools’ Bird Watch survey.

Mozart Class ventured into the Discovery Garden to quietly observe and document the variety of bird species around the school grounds. Their patience and enthusiasm paid off as they were rewarded with many feathered friends who visited for a close-up view.

The RSPB’s Big Schools’ Birdwatch, an annual event that invites schools across the country to count local bird populations and it is a fantastic way for children to connect with nature....

Read more

Exeter school first in Devon to receive gold anti-bullying award

Students and staff at West Exe School are delighted to share that it has become the first school in Devon to be awarded the prestigious Gold award quality mark for their work on anti-bullying.

The Exeter school received the Gold award from the Anti-Bullying Quality Mark UK (ABQM-UK ), a national scheme which endorses how good schools are at preventing bullying.

West Exe School, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust , has a clear Anti-Bullying Strategy and staff at West Exe have been sharing best practice and advice about this with partner schools across the trust....

Read more

Top video

Selco Builders Warehouse | England Rugby star Jack Nowell visits Exeter Saracens junior teams

England ace Jack delivers tips to Saracens

Exeter Weather