A new plan designed to improve support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across Bath and North East Somerset is set to be considered by councillors next month. The Local SEND Reform Plan has been developed with the help of young people, parents, carers, schools, health services and voluntary...
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Wansdyke School in Devizes celebrates strong Ofsted report
Wansdyke School in Devizes is celebrating after inspectors praised its welcoming atmosphere, high standards of learning and strong support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities following a recent Ofsted inspection. Inspectors found the school to be achieving a strong standard in a number of key areas, including achievement, attendance and behaviour, inclusion, leadership...
MP answers Calne pupils’ questions on democracy
Pupils at Saint Edmund’s Catholic Primary School in Calne welcomed Chippenham MP Sarah Gibson for an engaging question-and-answer session exploring democracy, Parliament and current affairs. The chance to question their local MP gave pupils at Saint Edmund’s Catholic Primary School in Calne a first-hand insight into how democracy works in the UK. The school, part...
Hundreds attend Wiltshire College creative showcase
More than 900 family members, friends, arts professionals and invited guests attended Wiltshire College & University Centre‘s annual end of term show preview at its Trowbridge campus, celebrating the creativity and achievements of students across a wide range of subjects. Hundreds of exhibits in art, design, media, games, film, photography and fashion filled the campus...
St John’s CofE School praised for strong Ofsted report
St John’s CofE School in Warminster is celebrating after inspectors recognised its strengths in behaviour, attendance and personal development in its latest Ofsted inspection. The school, which is part of Acorn Education Trust, achieved a Strong standard for both Attendance and Behaviour and Personal Development and Wellbeing under Ofsted’s inspection framework, while all other areas...
Southside secures £60,000 to support families affected by domestic abuse
Families affected by domestic abuse in Bath and North East Somerset will receive additional specialist support thanks to a £60,000 grant awarded to Southside by Somerset Freemasons. The funding will help children and parents who have experienced domestic abuse to access ongoing support after an initial crisis, helping them deal with the lasting effects of...
SEND families invited to discover Inclusive Wiltshire support
Families of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities are being invited to join a free webinar to learn more about the support, activities and opportunities available through Inclusive Wiltshire. The online event takes place on Tuesday 30 June at 6pm and will give parents, carers and young people the chance to...
St Mary’s pupils enjoy action-packed Cornish adventure
Pupils from St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Bath enjoyed an unforgettable residential trip to Cornwall, taking part in a range of outdoor activities designed to build confidence, resilience and teamwork. The children, from the school which is part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, stayed at Elemental Surf Lodge in Newquay and spent several...
New Georgian garden to create peaceful Bath attraction
Visitors to No. 1 Royal Crescent will soon be able to enjoy a brand-new garden designed to celebrate Bath’s natural landscape while providing a tranquil place to relax in the heart of the city. The award-winning museum has announced plans to create a permanent Contemporary Georgian Garden, transforming an underused courtyard into a green oasis...
Wiltshire College opens applications for 2027 Higher Education courses
Wiltshire College & University Centre has opened applications for its 2027 Higher Education courses, giving students the opportunity to gain university-level qualifications while studying closer to home. The college is encouraging prospective students to explore a range of degree-level and higher technical qualifications designed to support career progression, upskilling and career changes. Courses available for...
Nunney First School in Frome opens new pond and Tipi for outdoor learning
Pupils at Nunney First School near Frome are enjoying new opportunities to learn outdoors following the opening of a refurbished pond and the installation of a brand-new Tipi. The improvements have created exciting spaces where children can explore nature, wildlife and habitats while taking part in outdoor activities throughout the year. A grant from Somerset...
Bath Carnival unveils star-studded line-up for summer family festival
Bath Carnival has announced the live acts set to perform at this year’s free community festival in Sydney Gardens on Saturday 11 July. The annual event, Bath’s largest free outdoor arts festival, will bring together live music, family entertainment, creative workshops, community performances and the colourful Grand Carnival Procession for a day-long celebration of culture...
KES pupils cycle to Bristol for orangutans
Year 1 pupils at King Edward’s School have raised more than £1,000 for charity after completing a sponsored 13-mile cycle ride from Bath to Bristol in support of orangutan conservation. The children took on the challenge along the Bristol and Bath Railway Path after learning about rainforest habitats and the threats facing orangutans as part...
Keynsham pupils lead Clean Air Day celebrations
Children across schools in the The Partnership Trust have been taking part in activities to mark Clean Air Day, helping pupils learn about the importance of cleaner air and more sustainable travel. Schools across the trust celebrated the national awareness day on 18 June through a range of activities including cycling, scootering, poster design competitions...
Bath College learners tackle online security challenges with University of Bath
Bath College T Level Digital learners took part in an online security workshop led by researchers from the University of Bath to help them better understand the financial risks young people face online. The workshop, held on 17 June, was delivered by Katie Thomas, a member of the Institute for Digital Security and Behaviour, a...
Wiltshire school first to achieve autism inclusion award
The Trafalgar School in Downton has become the first school in Wiltshire to achieve the National Autistic Society’s Autism Inclusion Award. The secondary school received the recognition after a wide-ranging programme of work to improve support for autistic pupils and create a more inclusive environment for neurodiverse young people. Initiatives included raising autism awareness among...
Kingsbury Green Academy celebrates positive Ofsted report
Kingsbury Green Academy in Calne is celebrating after a recent Ofsted inspection recognised the school’s improvement journey and highlighted a number of strengths across its community. Inspectors found that the school is moving in a clear and positive direction, with leaders taking effective action to drive improvement and strengthen provision for pupils. The report noted...
British Bird of Prey Day returns to Bath this August
Families and wildlife enthusiasts are invited to celebrate Britain’s magnificent birds of prey when British Bird of Prey Day returns to Bath on Saturday 15 August. Hosted by the The Bird of Prey Project at Newton St Loe, the annual event brings together conservationists, bird lovers and families for a day dedicated to Britain’s native...
Little Willows Day Nursery in Bath celebrates positive Ofsted report
Little Willows Day Nursery is celebrating a positive Ofsted inspection outcome, with inspectors recognising the warm, inclusive environment created for children and the strong progress they make in their early years. The nursery achieved the expected standard across many areas, with only one aspect identified for further development relating to transitions around garden time. Inspectors...
Doula launches new service to support families across Bath and Wiltshire
A new doula service is offering emotional and practical support to families across Bath, Wiltshire and surrounding villages throughout pregnancy, birth and the early weeks of parenthood. Bloom With Jacqueline Doula Care has been launched by Jacqueline Harler, who is fulfilling a long-held ambition to work closely with expectant and new parents. Jacqueline said, “As...
Helping children find calm, confidence and resilience with The Calm Compass Club
Many parents worry about how to help their children manage anxiety, build confidence and cope with the pressures of modern life. For Wiltshire-based hypnotherapist and breathwork coach Viv Kenchington, those concerns inspired the creation of a unique membership designed to support children’s emotional wellbeing in a fun and engaging way. The Calm Compass Club provides...