Young people from across Wiltshire have gathered for their first event as newly elected Wiltshire Youth Councillors, marking the start of their two-year terms representing the views of young people across the county. Pupils from 13 schools and one college took part in this year’s Wiltshire Youth Elections. The event brought together the successful candidates...
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Writhlington pupils explore science during British Science Week
Pupils at St Mary’s Church of England Primary School and Nursery in Writhlington, near Radstock, have been exploring the world of science as part of British Science Week, which ran from 6–15 March. Children across the school learned about magnets, forces, rockets and stars, taking part in a range of activities designed to spark curiosity...
Persimmon Foundation donates £15,000 to support young people across Somerset
Young people across Somerset are set to benefit from a £15,000 donation from the Persimmon Foundation to local charity Young Somerset. The funding announcement was marked at Young Somerset’s Bridgwater workshop alongside Bill Revans and Jo Roundell-Greene. Established in 2015 by housebuilder Persimmon plc, the Persimmon Foundation focuses on supporting social mobility and youth development...
Ambitious plans for two new SEND schools in Bath move forward
Ambitious plans to create two new schools for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in Bath and North East Somerset have taken an important step forward. Bath & North East Somerset Council has confirmed it has submitted proposals to the Department for Education (DfE) for two new free schools to help meet the...
Batheaston Church school unveils magical new library
Batheaston Church School has officially opened a stunning new library, an enchanting handcrafted space created by local artists Alex and Paul of Lucas Antics. The opening was celebrated at a special event attended by families, pupils, the school choir, visiting author Fleur Hitchcock, and the artists themselves. The new library represents a significant investment in...
Trowbridge school celebrates top OPAL Platinum Award for play
Pupils at St John’s Catholic Primary School in Trowbridge are celebrating after their school was awarded the prestigious OPAL Platinum Award for its outstanding approach to playtimes. The award is the highest level of accreditation in the Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) programme and recognises schools that create exceptional opportunities for children to play, explore...
Interview: King Edward’s School heads on £3m primary school plans
Ian Waller speaks to the head teachers at King Edward’s School in Bath about the ambitious plans to develop the school over the next three years King Edward’s School, Bath, has announced a £3 million investment to bring its Pre-Prep and Junior Schools together on one site, creating a purpose-built primary school for children aged...
Freshford preschoolers help protect songbirds through Ruby Robin Award
Children at Freshford Preschool, near Bath, have been recognised for helping local wildlife after completing the Ruby Robin Award run by conservation charity SongBird Survival. The award encourages young children to learn about birds and take simple actions to help them survive during the colder months, when food can be scarce and water sources frozen....
St Keyna Primary doubles in size after £5.3m expansion
More than 200 new places have been created for local children at St Keyna Primary School in Keynsham following a £5.3 million expansion by Bath & North East Somerset Council. The project has doubled the size of the school and taken it to two-form entry, allowing it to accommodate up to 420 pupils. The new...
Paralympic champions inspire pupils at Farmborough school
Pupils at Farmborough Church Primary School near Bath enjoyed an inspiring visit from two medal-winning Paralympians who encouraged them to stay active and believe in their ambitions. Katrina Hart, a Paralympic sprinter, and Jack Rutter, a Paralympic footballer and former captain of the England Cerebral Palsy football team, visited the school on Friday 27 February...
Wiltshire locals go the extra mile for vulnerable young lives
Walkers and runners from across Wiltshire and Somerset are set to take on one of the county’s most scenic endurance challenges this summer – all to support vulnerable young people. The Wiltshire 3 Peaks Challenge, organised by the Youth Adventure Trust, returns on Saturday 13 June 2026, inviting participants to tackle Wiltshire’s iconic hills while...
Schools across The Partnership Trust celebrate World Book Day
Schoolchildren from across The Partnership Trust, a multi-academy trust serving schools in Bath and North East Somerset and Somerset, enjoyed a day of creativity, costumes and storytelling as they marked World Book Day on Thursday 5 March. At Hayesdown First School in Frome, pupils were inspired by the popular picture book The Day the Crayons...
Whimsy & Wild founder bringing stylish children’s parties to Bath
Busy Bath and Wiltshire parents looking to host a children’s party that feels truly special – without weeks of planning – are turning to Whimsy & Wild, founded by Isobel Pinder. After building a reputation for beautifully curated adult celebrations, including hen parties and wedding styling, Isobel is now bringing her signature flair to children’s birthdays...
Hardenhuish School students take part in real-life politics events
Cullin Pangilinan, Year 12 School Parliament Representative and student correspondent at Hardenhuish School, reports on the school’s recent focus on politics and democracy Over the past few months, Hardenhuish School in Chippenham has heavily engaged in the world of politics. Hardenhuish already invests significantly in its student body through termly Year Council and School Parliament...
Holbrook Primary School named Breakfast Club Champion school
A Trowbridge school has been recognised for its commitment to helping children start the day ready to learn. Holbrook Primary School has been selected as a Breakfast Club Champion school, recognising the success of its free breakfast club and its role in supporting pupils’ wellbeing and readiness for learning. The school will now work alongside...
Bath College hosts Jobcentre Takeover Day to help 500 jobseekers
Bath College welcomed hundreds of jobseekers through its doors as part of a special Jobcentre Takeover Day designed to connect unemployed adults with education, apprenticeships and employment opportunities. Around 500 unemployed people from Bath were invited to attend the event on 4 March, where they were able to access careers advice, training information and practical...
St Gregory’s Catholic College earns prestigious Gold Artsmark Award
Students and staff at St Gregory’s Catholic College in Bath are celebrating after receiving the prestigious Gold Artsmark Award, recognising the school’s outstanding commitment to arts and culture. The award places the school among a select group of institutions across England recognised for embedding creativity and cultural learning across the curriculum. Arts Council England’s Artsmark...
Football project in Bath helping boys connect and build confidence
A new football project in Bath is helping boys build confidence, friendships and positive mental wellbeing through the power of community sport. The initiative, called Team Talk!, launched in November 2025 and is run by Boys in Mind in partnership with local organisations. It brings together pupils from St Mark’s School Bath for weekly football...
Wiltshire pools making a splash with pool recycling scheme
Families across Wiltshire are being encouraged to recycle broken and unwanted pool accessories – from goggles and armbands to floats and flip flops – through an innovative nationwide initiative now operating at local leisure centres. Since joining the Leisure Loop Recycling Scheme in 2023, Olympiad Leisure Centre has become one of the top 10 highest...
Lift Broadlands students bring Winter Olympic fun to care home
Students from Lift Broadlands in Keynsham have brought the excitement of the Winter Olympics to a local care home, sharing smiles, laughter and friendly competition with residents. The students hosted a special Tabletop Winter Olympics event at Meryton Place, transforming an afternoon into a celebration of sport, teamwork and community spirit. Inspired by Team GB’s...
Muppets take over The Little Theatre for family film fun this March
Ella Killbourn introduces fun for families this month at the Little Theatre Cinema in Bath Families are in for a nostalgic treat this March as The Muppets take over the Kids Club at The Little Theatre Cinema in Bath. From this month, Kermit, Miss Piggy and the gang will be lighting up the big screen...