Compulsory redundancy 'an option' for staff at Arts University
Redundancies are to be expected to be made at Arts University Bournemouth, its new vice-chancellor has confirmed.
View ArticleOfsted launches consultation on new inspection model
Ofsted is consulting on a new inspection model featuring Ofsted Report Cards and a five-point grading scale to replace single-word judgments.
View ArticlePreschool 'over the moon'with third positive Ofsted rating in a row
Staff at Winfrith Preschool have been praised on inspection for raising ‘kind, polite and thankful’ children who understand the world.
View ArticleInnovation for business conference: making the change for tomorrow
STRIDE is bringing the free Innovation For Business Conference to Dorset following its huge success in Cornwall.
View ArticleHairdressing students give back to community with free haircuts
Customers at the Lantern Trust have had their locks treated to a new lease of life after hairdressing students at Weymouth college visited as part of a new partnership to help give back to the community.
View ArticleNew car park to tackle traffic problems at school
A NEW car park for a village school should put an end to indiscriminate parking by parents.
View ArticleNew message rings out at Town Bridge after request from schoolchildren
A new message is ringing out across the speakers at Weymouth Town Bridge
View ArticleSchool no longer in ‘category of concern’ as staff praised for improvements
A primary school in Weymouth is no longer a ‘category of concern’ after improvements shown on monitoring inspection.
View ArticleStudent awarded young farmers bursary
A student studying for a career in agriculture has been awarded a bursary
View ArticleStudents inspired by Thomas Hardy workshops
Students at a school in Weymouth have taken part in a workshop learn more about the poetry of Thomas Hardy
View ArticleBid to make Dorset safer for women and girls
Young people across Dorset are being urged to have their say and help make their communities safer
View ArticleEmergency services test their response to terrorist threats
A large-scale exercise took place at Poole Port to test the response of emergency services to a major terrorism incident.
View ArticlePopular event returns for week-long science festival
Dorchester will once again be hosting its popular family science festival this spring
View ArticleDedicated study day to Hardy's last novel
A society dedicated to the lifer and works of Thomas Hardy is hosting a study day
View ArticleSchool receives more than 450 university offers
The courses range from individual academic subjects like biology, chemistry and computer science to vocational courses like journalism, medicine and physiotherapy.
View ArticleNew learning planned for Dorset school
CHANGES have been approved to the design of a new learning block at Cerne Abbas First School – first agreed for planning last year.
View ArticleCall for action to deliver 'desperately needed' new school
THE change of Government has been blamed for the latest delays in the opening of a special school on Portland – initially set to open in 2023.
View Article'So proud of rural community': Tractor-run organised by students hits the road
Crowds gathered on a sunny Sunday to watch college students and local farmers take part in a charity tractor run
View ArticleMP visits students to talk about voting
North Dorset MP Simon Hoare, visited Blandford School in Dorset earlier today to speak to pupils about voting, registering to vote and their democratic rights.
View ArticleExplore science and inventions at Weymouth's historic Nothe Fort
Visit Nothe Fort for an immersive Science Weekend in celebration of British Science Week.
View ArticleAre you taking part in World Book Day? Send us your pictures!
Youngsters will dress up as their favourite literary characters this week to mark World Book Day.
View ArticleBrewery expands apprenticeship programme for aspiring chefs
Hall & Woodhouse (H&W) has confirmed the expansion of its chef apprenticeship scheme, offering 36 new places across two new partner colleges.
View ArticleCourses including English and politics cut next year at Bournemouth University
SOME courses at Bournemouth University including English and politics will be suspended for next’s admission.
View ArticleFather hits out at 'disgusting' fines for taking kids on holiday during term
A father has hit out at the education system and said “it is disgusting” after being fined for taking his children on holiday.
View ArticleYour brilliant World Book Day 2025 photos
Many youngsters across Dorset dressed up in outfits inspired by their favourite book characters for World Book Day 2025 - here's all the pictures you sent us
View ArticleLetting your kids walk to school alone? This is the age the NSPCC says is old...
Parents have been given advice on when their children should be allowed to travel to and from school by themselves.
View ArticleFace of Iron Age Dorset woman recreated 2,000 years later
The face of an Iron Age woman has been recreated after her skeleton was discovered in a cliff fall 2,000 years later.
View ArticleScience, smells, and surprises: Action packed weekend at attraction
Families flocked to a historic Weymouth attraction as it was transformed into a hub of scientific exploration
View ArticleWaste incinerator among issues discussed as students meet politician
Thomas Hardye School welcomed the Chair of the House of Lords Environment Select Committee, Baroness Sheehan
View ArticleDorset school costs set to rise by £10k per pupil
Pupil costs at the Dorset special school near Shaftesbury are likely to rise from just over £42,000 a year to £52,000 for each pupil.
View ArticleSee 'ground-breaking' art festival at museum this week
Weymouth College is delighted to announce its annual Arts Festival, a celebration of creativity, innovation and collaboration.
View ArticleCouncillor in nursery visit
Tops Wareham was delighted to welcome Councillor Ryan Holloway for a special visit in celebration of World Book Day.
View ArticleSchool set to have leaking roof replaced
P/HOU/2024/07626 : 22 Lorne Road Dorchester DT1 2LQ. Erect single storey rear extension with roof lights. Granted
View ArticlePrimary school pupils handmake bracelets to fundraise for animal welfare charity
Primary school pupils have been selling handmade bracelets to raise money for an animal welfare charity
View ArticleSchools rewarding pupils with iPads, bikes and pizza for good attendance
Schools are offering rewards to children such as iPads and pizza to boost attendance, a report has suggested.
View Article'We are all in shock' - Bournemouth University warns of 200 job cuts
Bournemouth University staff have been warned that up to 200 jobs are at risk.
View ArticleWeymouth teenagers among those offered places at top performing arts schools
A performing arts school is celebrating as nine of its students, two of whom are from Weymouth, have been offered places at some of the UK's top colleges.
View ArticleSee if you can spot yourself in these old Dorset school photos from 19 years ago
Here are some more old Dorset school photos from 19 years ago - they were taken in 2006 - see if you recognise yourself
View ArticleSchool's production of Disney classic is a magical success
The pupils at Sunninghill Prep in Dorchester have just completed three sold-out performances of Disney's Aladdin Jr.
View ArticleAntiques Roadshow star Paul Atterbury gives careers talk at Weymouth school
Pupils at Wey Valley Academy were delighted to welcome BBC Antiques Roadshow expert Paul Atterbury to gave a careers talk.
View ArticleMore than 90,000 children take part in road safety campaign
More than 90,000 children took part in a road safety awareness campaign across the South West.
View ArticleWeymouth College students take over Dorset Museum in artistic exhibition
The creative arts students of Weymouth College delivered an unforgettable experience at Dorset Museum and Art Gallery on March 14.
View ArticleGovernment to create 1,000 new school places for SEND pupils
The government announced funding for 1,000 new school places for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the South West.
View ArticleDorset firm set for growth after major investment
A Dorset-based education technology company is set for growth after securing a major investment.
View ArticleSchool to shut after more than 50 years due to 'financial challenges'
A SCHOOL is set to close after more than 50 years due to “unsustainable financial burdens” on independent schools.
View ArticleDarts club hits bullseye with pupils at Dorset school
The Blandford School has launched an exciting new Darts Club this week.
View ArticleSchool praised for 'community spirit' in glowing report
A primary school has been praised for its "strong Christian vision" and "community spirit" following a recent SIAMS inspection.
View ArticleWorking families in Dorset offered extended childcare hours
Working families in Dorset can now benefit from extended childcare hours, thanks to funding provided to schools for school wraparound childcare.
View ArticleDorset school hosts sports conference with industry-leading women
On Friday March 14, Bryanston hosted a sports conference with industry-leading women from sports media, business and wellbeing.
View ArticleHeadteacher resigns as deputy takes over leading secondary school
A HEADTEACHER has resigned as deputy takes over leading the secondary school in Dorset.
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