Two local mums have turned their shared passion for early years care into a new community-focused childcare setting in Marksbury. Emily and Rio have recently opened Little Lavenders, a small, nurturing childminding provision based in the ‘Valley View’ room at Marksbury Village Hall. A home-from-home idea rooted in experience The idea for Little Lavenders grew from years...
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Little Barn Children’s Nursery in Wiltshire opens its doors to local families
A new, family-run nursery set in the Wiltshire countryside is welcoming local parents and carers, and their families, with a promise of calm, care and truly child-centred early years education. Little Barn Children’s Nursery has been founded by Kelly, an experienced early years professional with more than 20 years in childcare, including roles as a...
Rugby legend Jonny Wilkinson inspires pupils at King Edward’s School, Bath
Pupils at King Edward’s School, Bath enjoyed a once-in-a-lifetime rugby masterclass when England legend Jonny Wilkinson visited the school last week. The session was delivered in partnership with the Global Rugby Players Foundation (GRPF), of which Wilkinson is a founding member. Sixteen Year 8 pupils and 14 kickers from across the Senior School took part...
KES pupils step up as young ambassadors for Children’s Hospice South West
Three teams of Sixth Form pupils from King Edward’s School are taking part in this year’s Children’s Hospice South West Young Ambassadors Scheme, presenting creative fundraising ideas to support the charity’s vital work. The scheme, run in partnership with schools and colleges, helps students raise awareness of the hospice while developing confidence, communication skills and...
Free environmental project boxes from Wiltshire Scrapstore help families get creative with nature
Families across Wiltshire are being invited to get hands-on with nature thanks to a new free initiative from Wiltshire Scrapstore, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund. The charity has launched Environmental Project Boxes, which are completely free and packed with simple, engaging activities designed to help children and families learn about the environment through...
Bath mums to run Bath Half to thank RUH for lifesaving care
Two Bath mums are taking on the Bath Half Marathon this March to give back to the hospital teams who supported them through some of the most frightening moments of their lives. The iconic Bath Half Marathon, taking place on 15 March, will see thousands of runners pass through the city centre, including more than...
Kitchen apprentice has the recipe for success at Wiltshire College awards
Apprentices and students were celebrated for their dedication and achievements at the annual Apprenticeship and Work Placement Awards hosted by Wiltshire College & University Centre. The event brought together families, employers and college staff at the Civic Centre in Trowbridge to recognise outstanding apprentices, work placement students and the employers supporting them. Among the winners...
New family-friendly 5-mile route unveiled for Tour de Trowbridge cycling event
Families across Bath and Wiltshire are being invited to get on their bikes this spring as a brand-new community cycling event comes to Trowbridge, with a special focus on an accessible 5-mile family-friendly route designed for younger and less experienced riders. Taking place on Sunday 31 May 2026, the inaugural Tour de Trowbridge is expected...
Bathford school launches Easter scavenger hunt for families across Bath
Families looking for a flexible and affordable Easter holiday activity are being invited to take part in a new Easter Scavenger Hunt across Bath and surrounding villages. Organised by Friends of Bathford School (FOBS) in partnership with local businesses, the hunt runs from Saturday 28 March to Sunday 12 April 2026 and is designed to...
Churchfields praised for flourishing school community in SIAMS inspection
Churchfields, the Village School, is celebrating a highly positive outcome following its recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS), published on 13 January 2026. The report praises the school for living out its Christian foundation and enabling both pupils and adults to flourish across its two sites in Atworth and Monkton Farleigh. Inspectors...
Moorlands girls crowned Somerset primary school football champions
Moorlands Schools Federation’s girls’ football team are celebrating a fantastic sporting achievement after being crowned Somerset Primary Schools’ Cup County Champions. The finals were held at Strode Sports College and saw the Moorlands team compete in seven matches across the day, including a semi-final and a nail-biting final against Mary Elton Primary school. Moorlands dominated...
Mad March Mile 2026 to raise funds for RUH Bath Neonatal Unit
Hundreds of local people are set to lace up their trainers this March in support of the Neonatal Unit (NNU) at the Royal United Hospitals Bath, as the much-loved Mad March Mile returns for its 13th year. Around 300 participants will take on the challenge of completing a mile-equivalent activity every day throughout March, with...
Free half-term fun at BRLSI brings stories to life
Families looking for free, creative half-term activities in Bath are invited to head to Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution (BRLSI) this February for Neverending stories, a playful programme designed to spark imagination and a love of reading. Running on Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 February, the activities take place at BRLSI’s historic home at...
Stonar pupils take to the international stage at global music festival in Spain
Pupils from Stonar travelled to Spain this January to take part in one of the most memorable musical events of the year, the 14th annual Globeducate International Music Festival. Hosted by Agora Lledó International School in Castellón, the festival brought together more than 300 young musicians and singers from 24 schools across Europe and Canada....
Royal High Bath inspires girls to see themselves as future scientists
The community at Royal High School Bath has come together to celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science, with a powerful assembly focused on representation, confidence and ambition. Led by Head of Science Sinead Duignan, the assembly explored why visibility matters in science and how stereotypes can limit girls’ aspirations from an early...
Wiltshire College launches ambitious 150 in 100 apprenticeship campaign
Wiltshire College & University Centre has launched its most ambitious apprenticeship campaign to date, encouraging employers across the region to create new opportunities for apprentices in 2026. The 150 in 100 campaign was launched on 10 February during National Apprenticeship Week and builds on the success of last year’s 100 in 100 initiative, reflecting a...
Wiltshire motorsport student heads to China as F1 Academy season approaches
A Wiltshire College & University Centre motorsport student is preparing to travel to China this week after being selected for the 2026 F1 Academy season. Rachel Robertson, 18, who is in the second year of her Level 3 Motorsport Engineering course at the Chippenham campus, will head to Shanghai from 11–13 February for pre-season testing....
Springmead School introduces new verse speaking cup at Mid-Somerset Festival
Springmead School has announced a new annual award celebrating young performers at the Mid-Somerset Festival this month. “Springmead School is delighted to introduce a new annual award at the Mid-Somerset Festival this month, celebrating the creativity and talent of young performers in our community,” said Sally Cox, Headteacher. “The Springmead School Verse-Speaking Cup will be...
Head to Westonbirt this February half-term for family fun
Shake off the winter blues this February half-term and head outdoors! Forestry England’s Westonbirt, The National Arboretum is the perfect place to recharge, explore and enjoy adventures without spending a fortune. With fresh air, stunning trees, and signs of spring just around the corner, it’s the ideal escape from screens and routines. Holly Firks-Matthews, Visitor Attraction Manager at Westonbirt,...
Lansdown Tennis club teams up with Weston All Saints primary school to support pupils
The Lansdown Tennis, Squash & Croquet Club has formed a new collaboration with Weston All Saints CE Primary School, giving local pupils the chance to experience tennis in a supportive and inspiring setting. The partnership is being delivered through the club’s Lansdown Foundation and focuses on widening access to sport for children who may not...
St Mary’s pupils sing out at one of the UK’s biggest school choir events
Pupils from St Mary’s Church of England Primary School and Nursery were in fine voice this term after taking part in a Young Voices concert in Birmingham. The Key Stage Two pupils joined nearly 9,000 primary school children from across the country to sing together at the Utilita Arena in January. Young Voices was founded...