Young performers from Theatre Royal Bath Theatre School are set to bring imagination, energy and creativity to the stage this spring as they present the New Waves Festival at The Egg. Running from Friday 10 April to Saturday 18 April, the festival features three nautical-inspired productions, reimagining classic stories alongside an original devised piece created...
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St Margaret’s Prep in Calne announces new baby and toddler mornings
Families in and around Calne are invited to join a new series of fun, friendly sessions as St Margaret’s Prep launches its latest baby and toddler mornings next term. Running on Fridays from 9.30am to 10.30am, the sessions are designed for parents, carers and grandparents with children aged 0–4, offering a welcoming space for little...
Newbridge Arts Trail to return with free family event in Bath
Artists and makers across Newbridge will open their doors to the public when the Newbridge Arts Trail returns on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May. Now in its 16th year, the popular Bath event will feature 34 artists across 12 venues, giving families and art lovers the chance to enjoy a free day out while...
Goughs Solicitors back Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance as charity of the year
Wiltshire-based law firm Goughs Solicitors has announced a new Charity of the Year partnership, pledging its support to Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance from April 2026. The charity, based in Semington, provides critical lifesaving care across Wiltshire and Bath, operating by both helicopter and critical care cars. From its airbase, the team can reach anywhere...
Marksbury Primary School welcomes new headteacher
Pupils at Marksbury Church of England Primary School near Bath are welcoming a new headteacher, Amanda Trim. Mrs Trim joined the school this term, bringing with her 23 years of experience in education. She was previously a senior leader at Weston All Saints Primary School in Bath. Marksbury is a village school located seven miles...
More women choose motorsport engineering at Wiltshire College
The number of women studying motorsport and engineering at Wiltshire College & University Centre has tripled since 2020, reflecting a growing interest in STEM careers among young women. Figures show that 21 women are currently enrolled on motorsport engineering programmes, compared with just six in September 2020. The 2024/25 academic year saw a peak of...
St Mary’s School staff raise nearly £6,000 for CRY in Bath Half
Staff from St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Bath, part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, have raised nearly £6,000 for Cardiac Risk in the Young after taking part in the Bath Half Marathon. The team ran in memory of Will Thomas, the 23-year-old son of Simon and Ann Thomas, who died in 2022 from...
Calne pupils thrive in new learning space at Saint Edmund’s
Pupils at Saint Edmund’s Catholic Primary School in Calne are already benefiting from a newly transformed open-plan learning space. The school, which is part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, completed the project during the half-term break. Two classrooms were knocked through and redesigned with the support of staff and families. School leaders say the...
Fosse Way School praised as ‘highly inclusive’ in Ofsted report
Fosse Way School in Radstock has been commended as a ‘highly inclusive’ environment where meeting pupils’ individual needs sits at the heart of everything it does, according to its latest Ofsted report. The special school, which supports children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) aged three to 19, was inspected on 20 January 2026....
King Edward’s School praised in latest ISI report
King Edward’s School, Bath has been praised for its outstanding educational experience following its January 2026 Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) report. The inspection highlights strong leadership, excellent teaching and a warm, supportive environment where pupils aged 3–18 thrive. The report also awarded the school a rare ‘Significant Strength’, recognising how pupils develop into ‘curious, resilient,...
Bath entrepreneur launches family-inspired Flowr Sourdough bakery
In kitchens across Bath, the smell of freshly baked sourdough is becoming increasingly familiar thanks to a growing local business built on family, tradition and a simple recipe passed down through generations. Flowr Sourdough was founded by Dariana Oros, who launched the Bath-based business with the help of her mum, Floare — the person whose...
Mendip Mini Fests promise a summer of family fun
Families looking for something a little different this summer can head to Mendip Basecamp, which has announced a brand-new series of relaxed, family-friendly festival weekends. Running throughout July and August, Mendip Mini Fests form part of a wider Summer of Entertainment at the award-winning campsite, with live music taking place every weekend. Having been named...
St Mary’s pupils celebrate World Book Day with author visit
Pupils at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Chippenham enjoyed an inspiring World Book Day after welcoming award-winning children’s author Sophie Kirtley to the school. Part of the Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust, the school hosted the best-selling writer for a day of creative workshops and reading activities designed to spark imaginations and deepen pupils’ love...
Sheldon School in Chippenham recognised for support for young carers
Sheldon School in Chippenham has been formally recognised for its work supporting pupils with caring responsibilities after achieving the Young Carers in Schools Award. The award highlights the school’s proactive approach to identifying young carers early and making sure they receive the support they need throughout their education. Young carers are children and young people...
Wiltshire College students track wolves in Polish mountains
Land and Wildlife Management students from Wiltshire College & University Centre travelled to the Western Carpathian Mountains to help with a major conservation project focused on wolves, bears and lynx. Students from Wiltshire College & University Centre swapped the classroom for the snowy Polish mountains as they joined a hands-on conservation trip studying some of...
St Benedict’s pupils celebrate World Book Day with community reading initiative
Pupils at St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School in Midsomer Norton marked World Book Day with a lively programme of activities designed to promote reading for pleasure and bring the school community together. Throughout the day, children took part in partner reading sessions, pairing up with classmates to share stories and recommend favourite books. The initiative...
Royal High School Bath celebrates science week with hands-on learning and discovery
Pupils at The Royal High School Bath enjoyed a packed programme of experiments, challenges and guest speakers as part of a vibrant celebration of British Science Week. The week-long programme at the school saw girls from across the prep and senior schools explore science through creative challenges, real-world investigations and opportunities to meet experts working...
Lawn Manor Academy student set for national cross country final
A talented young runner from Swindon is preparing to compete on the national stage this weekend after qualifying for the National Cross Country Championship despite having run competitively for less than a year. Leo, 14, a pupil at Lawn Manor Academy, will represent Wiltshire in the national final on Saturday 14 March after an impressive...
Meet majestic birds of prey at this unique Wiltshire family attraction
Families looking for an unforgettable wildlife day out this year should take a closer look at the The Bird of Prey Project, where children and adults can get up close to some of Britain’s most magnificent birds. Set in the Wiltshire countryside, the centre is dedicated to conservation, education and inspiring a love of birds...
Spring Changes: Navigating Separation and Easter Child Arrangements
Alice Agobiani and Caoimhe Edwards from Goughs Solicitors share their guidance on approaching separation and planning child arrangements over the Easter holidays. Glimpses of spring are in the air whether it be the daffodils we see emerging in our local parks or the lambs running around the fields. The darkness that comes with winter feels...
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School welcomes new headteacher
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Malmesbury has appointed a new headteacher, bringing extensive experience from the independent sector to the Wiltshire school. Nick Morrell has taken up the role and says he is excited to build on the school’s strong foundations while exploring new opportunities for pupils and the wider community. “I’m delighted to...