New Road students raise the roof at music showcase
Students from a Telford school wowed the audience as they took to the stage as part of a live music showcase. Two bands from New Road Academy in Wrockwardine Wood shone as they performed in the gig held at The Firefly in Oakengates, which was organised by Telford College and Telford & Wrekin Music. Ben […]
Charlton pupils are ‘well prepared for life in modern Britain’
Pupils at Charlton School are ‘well prepared for life in modern Britain’ and proud of their school community, according to a new Ofsted report. The Wellington-based schoolis described as an ‘open, friendly and respectful community’ where pupils thrive. The report, based on an inspection last month, cited a ‘renewed drive for improvement’ under Charlton’s new-look […]
Burton Borough retains its litter-picking title
Students from a Newport school have been crowned winners of a competition that helps to clean up local communities – for the third time in a row. The team from Burton Borough School took part in the Telford & Wrekin Schools Litter Picking Competition joining eight other schools and around 80 pupils altogether. Headteacher Caroline […]
Poetry in motion for talented HLC student
A Telford student is celebrating after reaching the finals of the inaugural National Young Poet Laureate competition. Zoe Sniadecka is a Year 9 student at Hadley Learning Community, and her success places her among the most promising young writers in the country. Director of Literacy Sandra Towers said Zoe competed against an exceptionally strong field […]
Crudgington footballers shine on a national stage
Young footballers from Crudgington Primary School have brought home bronze medals from the finals of a major national schools’ competition. The Pokémon Primary Schools’ Cup is the largest primary‑aged football tournament in England, involving more than 5,000 school teams and over 50,000 children. It offers pupils across the country the chance to compete, grow, and […]
New ‘dog mentor’ programme at Charlton School
Charlton School in Wellington has welcomed a four‑legged friend to the classroom with the launch of a new ‘Dog Mentor’ programme. Betsy, a five-year-old golden retriever, will be spending time with staff and students over the coming weeks as part of a nationwide initiative that trains dogs to be a positive therapeutic influence on young […]
Burton Borough student rows to charity success
A Newport student has taken part in a tough fitness challenge to help raise vital charity funds. Tusker Hanlon, who is in Year 11 at Burton Borough School, joined a 24-hour ‘ergathon’ hosted by CrossFit gym in Telford where teams competed continuously on indoor rowing machines. The event raised vital funds for two charities making […]
Severndale students make trophies for national awards event
Students from a specialist education academy in Shrewsbury have produced a striking collection of fused‑glass trophies for a high‑profile community awards ceremony. Oswestry‑based home safety company Aico commissioned students from Severndale to design and create bespoke awards for its annual Community Awards, taking place this week at the International Convention Centre in Birmingham. It marks […]
Matilda magic from Ercall Wood students
Students from Ercall Wood Academy in Wellington have earned rave reviews for their performances of Matilda The Musical, inspired by the much‑loved Roald Dahl story. The production, staged over three consecutive evenings, involved students from every year group with a cast and crew of over 80 young people. Principal Nick Murphy said: “It was a […]
Students cook up a treat in Rotary competition
Students from Burton Borough School in Newport have been putting their culinary skills to the test as part of this year’s Rotary Young Chef Competition. The event was delivered in partnership with Newport Rotary Lite and judged by culinary experts Peter Roberts and Mark Hesbrook. Principal Caroline Bedford said the event brought together creativity, technical […]
