King Edward’s School, Bath, has said congratulations to its Year 13 pupils at who collected their A-Level results today and who have once again done themselves immensely proud. 29% of all grades were at A*, KES’s second highest ever and more than three times the national average, with 61% at A*/A and 81% at A*-B....
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St Gregory’s College in Bath announces ‘fantastic’ A-Level results
St Gregory’s in Bath has announced that its A level students have done the school proud by achieving fantastic results. 19% of all grades were A*-A, with 96% of students receiving A*-E. Art, photography and PE students achieved exceptional value added grades and many other subjects enjoyed success including drama, Spanish, maths, biology and English...
A-grade success for Royal High School Bath, GDST A-Level students
The summer is a period of intense anticipation of what lies ahead for school leavers and today, Royal High School Bath, GDST (RHB) A-Level students join teenagers around the globe to learn their results and destinations for the next stage of their lives. This year, an impressive 48% of results secured by Royal High School...
Fantastic set of A-Level results for Downside School
Downside School in Somerset is celebrating the A-Level examination results achieved by this year’s Upper Six pupils.. “The examination results achieved by this year’s Upper Six pupils are a genuine cause for celebration,” said Head, Andrew Hobbs. “At Downside we are committed to catering for each individual and are always keen that pupils pursue the...
Kingbury Green Academy celebrates best ever A-Level results
Kingsbury Green Academy, part of the Ascend Learning Trust, is celebrating its best ever A-Level results, with over 25% of grades being at the highest possible grades of A*, A and Distinction. With this year’s results being the best the school has ever achieved, students will now be leaving Calne to study at some of the...
Sheldon School in Chippenham shares a strong set of A-level results
Sheldon School in Chippenham is delighted to share a strong set of results achieved by our A-level students in 2024. These have improved on last year’s outcomes and have ensured that nearly all of students were able to attend University or apprenticeship placements they had chosen. There are some outstanding results achieved by the Post...
Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition coming to the American Museum
The American Museum & Gardens in Bath is the first museum in the UK to host Unforgettable Behaviour, a specially curated exhibition celebrating exciting animal behaviour photography from the Natural History Museum’s popular and world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. This global show was previously hosted by The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History...
Creative Visible Mending Workshop added to adult courses at No1 Royal Crescent
Bath Preservation Trust is running a programme of creative classes and workshops for adults across its museums. The workshops, all of which are led by local artists and facilitators, are designed to encourage learning and engagement with people in and around the city. The workshops will take place at No.1 Royal Crescent and can be...
Saint Gregory’s headteacher reflects on a year of excellence, growth and community
St Gregory’s Headteacher, Melissa George, looks back at the school year for this Bath secondary school As St Gregory’s Catholic College concludes its Year of Grace, we reflect on a period marked by exceptional creativity, endeavour and achievement. Our students have challenged themselves in the Duke of Edinburgh awards, excelled in sporting competitions, showcased their...
The first of four new Wiltshire community-based children’s homes set to open soon
Wiltshire Council has taken an innovative approach to helping children and young people in care remain in Wiltshire by creating four new community-based children’s homes as part of a 10-year partnership with Horizon Care and Education Group. The new homes will help to provide places for up to 12 children and young people, helping them...
Olympic success for University of Bath associated students
University of Bath-associated athletes finished the Olympic Games with two gold medals, three silver, one bronze and a host of historic achievements after two weeks of outstanding competition in Paris. Four of the medals were won by current or former Bath sporting scholars, with swimmer Tom Dean, artistic swimmer Kate Shortman, judoka Prisca Awiti-Alcaraz and...
Shakespearean actor Sir Simon Russell Beale to visit the Bath Festival
Bath Festivals is thrilled to welcome one of the coutry’s most beloved actors, Sir Simon Russell Beale, to Bath for a special event celebrating the launch of his memoir, A Piece Of Work: Playing Shakespeare and Other Stories. Spend a captivating evening with one of the finest actors of his generation, as he delves into...
New trails added to the Explore Wiltshire heritage app for the summer
Two new towns and a village have been added to the Explore Wiltshire app for visitors and residents alike to explore their heritage, landscapes and amenities this summer. Melksham, Tisbury and Wilton are the latest to feature on the free app with new trails, hunts and events listings for each location, depicted by photos, audio...
Bug making Pet Plant Pot Workshops at the Flourish pottery studio in Saltford
Flourish at Glenavon Farm in Saltford has added a series of family craft events to its summer activities, with the first two allowing children aged 5-12 to make a range of magnets, key rings and pottery. Summer Flower and Bug Making Workshop 16 August | 12pm – 2pm Make your own flower or insect inspired...
Families invited to enjoy the Julian House annual Circuit of Bath Walk
On Sunday 22 September, Julian House hosts its annual Circuit of Bath charity walk, not only a vital fundraiser for Julian House, but a much-loved fixture on the local calendar. The route takes walkers on a 22-mile scenic route around Bath, starting from checkpoints which are open from 07:30 – 18:30. The circular route takes...
There’s lots to do at Bath Abbey this Summer for children of all ages
As well as being one of Bath’s must visit venues, Bath Abbey is offering a wonderful array of activities and events for families to enjoy this summer. First up are our popular Little Explorer backpacks which are free to borrow for 5s and under. They include exciting items to help bring Bath Abbey to life...
Woodland birthday celebrations with Creative Roots Outdoor Learning
Creative Roots Outdoor Learning has a goal ‘To inspire and empower positive outdoor experiences that foster creativity and a deep appreciation for the natural world.’ And this includes offering woodland birthday celebrations where nature is your playground! “For the past two years, we’ve been crafting unforgettable woodland parties for children aged 1 to 11 at...
Paediatric nurse among RUH winners of national award for excellent care
Three healthcare support workers at the Royal United Hospitals (RUH) Bath NHS Foundation Trust have been honoured with national awards this week in recognition of the outstanding care they provide. The ‘Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Midwifery Officer Awards’ reward the significant and outstanding contribution made by nurses, midwives, healthcare support workers and maternity support...
Swindon dancer helps bring home gold in the Olympics of the dance world
A Swindon dancer has returned from the Olympics of the dance world helping bring back the gold medal for England. 15 year old Amelia dances with The Kirsty Farrow Dance Academy in Swindon and recently competed in the England team against 65 other countries in the Dance World Cup, with Team England bringing home first...
Bath’s Museum of East Asian Art taking part in ‘Kids Aloud’ initiative
The Museum of East Asian Art (MEAA) in Bath has announced its participation in ‘Kids Aloud’, an innovative initiative where noisy kids are encouraged to be loud! This special event, in collaboration with Art Fund, allows children to explore the museum energetically and joyfully. The MEAA’s Kids Aloud time-slot is scheduled for every Wednesday morning...
Summer fun, parkour and pizza for children 3-13 years at the Little Gym Bath
The Little Gym Bath has added a summer camp for three to 12 year old to run alongside its jam-packed regular weekly schedule. Running every Monday to Wednesday throughout summer, the morning camps are for three years plus and the afternoons for six years plus. Each week is based on a different theme and encompasses...