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 […]
Red Alert: Burton Borough adds a splash of colour for charity
Burton Borough School in Newport was awash with colour, community spirit and compassion as students and staff took part in ‘Wear it Red Day’ in support of the Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. The event – championed by the school’s Hawkstone House – saw the entire school add a splash of red to their school uniforms […]
Advanced autism accreditation for Queensway
Our Queensway specialist education academy in Telford has received National Autistic Society advanced accreditation, recognising its commitment to delivering the highest standards of support for autistic children and adults. The two sites in the town provide tailored education for children and young people on the autistic spectrum, as well as those with social, emotional and […]
Sowing the seeds of success at HLC
Green-fingered pupils from a Telford school have been sowing the seeds of success thanks to a generous funding donation. Hadley Learning Community Secondary School received £1,000 from idverde’s Community Investment Fund, which is part of the company’s grounds and cleansing contract with Telford & Wrekin Council. And they have put the donation to good use […]
New Road Academy delivers hampers to local residents
Students from New Road Academy brought festive cheer to residents in the Wrockwardine Wood area by presenting them with specially created gift hampers. The school launched a campaign to create hampers to support families in the local community and thanks to kind donations, they delivered 30 beautifully decorated hampers to those who needed support. Principal […]
Ercall Wood students bring festive cheer to the community
Pupils from Ercall Wood Academy in Wellington hosted their third annual Christmas afternoon tea and welcomed older members of the local community for the celebrations. Principal Nick Murphy said the much-loved event had become a highlight of the Academy’s calendar and reflected the school’s commitment to community engagement and bringing multiple generations together. “Our guests […]
Burton Borough students help Newport Food Bank
Students at a Burton Borough School have made generous donations to the town’s food bank to help those in need in time for Christmas. The pupils collected over 250 items, and Newport Food Bank manager of volunteers Matt Partridge visited the school to receive the donation. Principal Caroline Bedford said: “We are incredibly proud of […]