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Schools host theatre production on dangers of underage drinking

Eight schools across Dorset are  are set to receive a crucial lesson on the risks of underage drinking

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College in search for professionals in hopes to inspire next generation of...

A college in Dorset is looking to inspire the next generation of skilled labourers as it searches for experienced professionals to join its ranks

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School receives award for promoting girls' football

Bryanston School in Blandford has received an award from the Dorset County Football Association for its exceptional commitment to promoting girls’ football.

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Dorset school ranked among the best in the UK

National survey data gathered from pupils during the past academic year ranked LEAF’s results among the highest in the country.

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Dorset public school had England's only official school fire brigade

HERE'S an old photo that remembers public school Allhallows School in Lyme Regis when it had England's only official school fire brigade

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School praised by Ofsted inspectors

A primary school in Burton Bradstock Dorset impressed Ofsted inspectors with its ambitious students that ‘understand their emotions’ in their latest inspection.

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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.

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Ofsted 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.

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Preschool '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.

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Innovation 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.

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Hairdressing 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.

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New 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.

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New message rings out at Town Bridge after request from schoolchildren

A new message is ringing out across the speakers at Weymouth Town Bridge

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School 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.

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Student awarded young farmers bursary

A student studying for a career in agriculture has been awarded a bursary

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Students 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

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Bid 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

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Emergency 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.

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Popular event returns for week-long science festival

Dorchester will once again be hosting its popular family science festival this spring

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Dedicated study day to Hardy's last novel

A society dedicated to the lifer and works of Thomas Hardy is hosting a study day

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School 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.

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New 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.

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Call 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.

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'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

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MP 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.

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Explore science and inventions at Weymouth's historic Nothe Fort

Visit Nothe Fort for an immersive Science Weekend in celebration of British Science Week.

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Are 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.

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Brewery 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.

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Courses 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.

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Father 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.

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Your 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

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Letting 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.

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Face 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.

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Science, 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

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Waste incinerator among issues discussed as students meet politician

Thomas Hardye School welcomed the Chair of the House of Lords Environment Select Committee, Baroness Sheehan

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Dorset 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.

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See '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.

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Councillor in nursery visit

Tops Wareham was delighted to welcome Councillor Ryan Holloway for a special visit in celebration of World Book Day.

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School 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

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Primary 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

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Schools 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.

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'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.

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Weymouth 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.

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See 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

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School'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.

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Antiques 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.

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More 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.

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Weymouth 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.

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Government 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.

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Dorset firm set for growth after major investment

A Dorset-based education technology company is set for growth after securing a major investment.

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