Wells Celebrates Historic New Mayor Championing a Youth Skate Park Thursday, May 15, 2025 wells mayor skatepark community youth sudan diversity fundraising art inclusion The picturesque city of Wells proudly welcomed its new Mayor, Louis Agabani, at a vibrant Mayor-making ceremony held at the town hall this past Saturday. Marking a historic moment, Agabani is the city’s first black and Muslim … Read More
Somerset Primary School Celebrated for Inclusivity but Faces Improvement Push to Maintain ‘Good’ Rating Monday, May 12, 2025 ofsted primary inclusion teaching curriculum reading maths specialneeds behaviour education Holway Park Community Primary School, a warmly inclusive school in Taunton, Somerset, is drawing attention for its supportive atmosphere and engaged pupils, but is now under scrutiny following an Ofsted inspection that … Read More
Somerset Teen Raises Funds for Life-Changing 'Cool' Iron Man-Inspired Bionic Arm Sunday, May 11, 2025 bionic prosthetic disability inclusion technology ironman courage armycadets somerset innovation Paige Cox, a 16-year-old from Somerset, was born without a right hand and has faced unique challenges throughout her life. Now, she is determined to raise £20,000 for a revolutionary bionic prosthetic arm that could transform … Read More
Bathford Church School's Exceptional Praise for Values and Empowerment Thursday, May 1, 2025 somerset school empowerment values education ofsted pupils leadership inclusion achievement Located in Dovers Park, Bathford, Bathford Church School has been celebrated for fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, where every pupil has a meaningful voice in shaping their educational journey. The school, led … Read More
Butlin's Introduces Adapted Shows and Character Meets for Guests with Additional Needs Wednesday, April 23, 2025 butlin's shows character meets guests adapted sensory-friendly autism disabilities relaxed performances inclusion justin fletcher tots breaks To better accommodate guests with additional needs, Butlin’s is unveiling specially adapted versions of its popular live shows and character meet-and-greets. The new “relaxed” performances, debuting at the … Read More
Yeovil MP’s Push for Urgent SEND Reform Gains Momentum Wednesday, April 16, 2025 send reform mp education support inclusion special needs disabilities rural crisis A new plan to overhaul the UK’s struggling special educational needs system has gained support from Adam Dance, the MP for Yeovil and South Somerset. At the Liberal Democrat’s Spring Conference in Harrogate, Dance … Read More