Plans for 205 New Homes Proposed Near Oak Community School in Melksham Friday, September 5, 2025 melksham housing development affordable planning homes community education council wiltshire A major development plan has been submitted to Wiltshire Council for the construction of 205 new homes on a greenfield site adjacent to Oak Community School on the eastern edge of Melksham. Swindon-based developer Hannick … Read More
Glastonbury Festival Funding Revitalizes Libraries at Two Somerset Primary Schools Wednesday, September 3, 2025 glastonbury literacy education somerset primaryschools libraries volunteers funding books community Glastonbury Festival’s community spirit has extended beyond the music stage, with volunteers raising £4,500 to upgrade library facilities and reading materials at two primary schools in Somerset. Croscombe Church of England … Read More
Government Launches Initiative to Improve School Attendance and Behaviour in South West Tuesday, September 2, 2025 education attendance behaviour schools parents dfe whiteworkingclass suspensions support government The Education Secretary has emphasized the crucial role parents play in ensuring children attend school regularly and maintain good behaviour, as the Government introduces new initiatives aimed at supporting schools in these … Read More
Longleat Ranked Among the World’s Top Attractions in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards Tuesday, September 2, 2025 longleat safari tripadvisor awards conservation wildlife accessibility tourism education visitorexperience Longleat Safari Park, the iconic Wiltshire estate, has been recognised as one of the world’s top 10% attractions on Tripadvisor. This accolade comes ahead of Longleat’s milestone 60th anniversary in 2026, marking six decades … Read More
Autistic Teen Faces Educational Exclusion After Somerset Council Changes Transport Support Monday, September 1, 2025 autism education transport send disability somerset accessibility council advocacy inclusion Luke, a 16-year-old autistic student with ADHD and a learning disability, is at risk of being unable to continue his education after Somerset Council altered his transport arrangements. Until July, Luke traveled to school … Read More
Downside School Embarks on Bold New Era with Plans to Acquire Former Monastery Friday, August 29, 2025 downside monastery boarding education leadership retreat sen nursery heritage expansion Downside School is entering an exciting new chapter as it prepares to acquire the former Monastery from Downside Abbey, aiming to unlock new possibilities for its future growth and sustainability. This strategic move follows … Read More