Students take part in Holocaust memorial service
Students from Burton Borough School in Newport took part in a civic service to mark the 80th anniversary of the Holocaust, and the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Telford & Wrekin Council held a special civic ceremony at AFC Telford to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. The theme was ‘for a better future’, and the event featured a […]
Holocaust survivor tells his powerful story to students
A Holocaust survivor has shared his powerful life story with a group of nearly 300 Shropshire students, describing his time in the Nazi concentration camps as ‘hell on earth’. Manfred Goldberg visited Burton Borough School in Newport where he spoke at a special assembly for year 9, 10 and 11 students – along with students […]
Burton Borough students raise cash for youth project
Students from Burton Borough School in Newport have raised cash for a volunteer-run youth project in the town. They took part in a charity sports week to raise more than £161 for The Hub, which is run by the Newport Youth Café Project to provide a space for young people in the town. Year nine […]
Free maths and English courses for adults
Adults are being given the chance to boost their maths and English skills in a series of free courses running at three LCT secondary schools. The community-based courses, which have launched this month, have been created through an innovative partnership between the Learning Community Trust and Telford College. The courses – which are fully accredited […]
A ‘whirlwind of positivity’ at Burton Borough
By Caroline Bedford, principal of Burton Borough School This term has been a whirlwind of positivity, growth, and achievement at Burton Borough School. Together, we are nurturing not just academic excellence but the character and values that will shape our students’ futures. I am deeply grateful to our students, families, and the wider community for […]
Fact-finding visit for LCT executive team
An excellent opportunity to discuss ways of working in closer partnership with Telford College
Glowing Ofsted inspection for Wrekin View primary school
The school is recognised for maintaining its previously identified high standards, with pupils’ behaviour and attitudes commended
Hadley Learning Community primary school students cast their votes
Student parliament is selected for the current academic year
Record nominations for Burton Borough work experience awards
Students are recognised for their commitment and dedication at annual event
Sharing magical memories at Crudgington community celebration
Generations of locals turn out for primary school’s history exhibition – including one resident who first attended over 90 years ago!
