Are schools going to close again? What we know after Boris Johnson announcement
The Prime Minister confirmed it was time to move to “Plan B” of the Government’s coronavirus strategy, including a return to working from home.
View ArticleApplications open for new school governors across Dorset
DORSET Council is looking for people to support children and young people and become school governors.
View ArticleTV star to lead acting class in Dorset
A TV star whose credits include EastEnders, Holby City and The Last Detective is to host an acting class in Lyme Regis.
View ArticleNew Weymouth children’s centre is delayed
DELAYS have hit the new children’s centre under construction in Dorchester Road, Weymouth.
View ArticleBee keeping centre approved for Holloway Farm, Shillingstone
A BEE-KEEPING training centre has won approval for a farm site in Shillingstone.
View ArticleKingston Maurward College to upgrade heating system
A £2 MILLION new heating system has been given planning approval for Kingston Maurward College.
View ArticleAre schools closing again? Health minister gives Covid update on schools
Gillian Keegan was asked on Sky News how concerned she was about more restrictions or closures of schools in January.
View Article20th anniversary of Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site
This week marks the 20th anniversary of the inscription of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.
View ArticleSt George's Community Primary School on Portland rated 'Good' in Ofsted...
A PRIMARY school is celebrating after an Ofsted inspector praised staff and gave the school a 'Good' rating.
View ArticleVisit of Santa Claus to Bovington Academy
Youngsters said 'tanks for the presents' when Santa dropped by on an unusual mode of transport.
View ArticleHundreds of students chase 'pudding' for Portland school's Christmas run
HUNDREDS of students got involved in a number of festive activities during their school's last week of term - including the Santa Dash involving Christmas ‘puddings’, a staff pantomime and nativities
View ArticleAll Saints Academy, Weymouth receives 'Good' rating in inspection
STAFF and pupils are 'absolutely delighted' that their school has been rated 'Good' following an inspection which focuses on the impact of the school's Christian vision on students and adults.
View ArticleNo school absence fines issued to Dorset parents
No fines were issued to Dorset parents after their children missed school last year, figures reveal.
View ArticleMasks in England secondary school classrooms due to Omicron Covid spread
The Government said the move will “maximise the number in school” for the “max amount of time” in light of the recent surge in the Omicron strain of the virus.
View ArticleFree ten week theatre course for young people in Dorset
YOUNG people have the chance to go behind the curtain and explore the world of theatre backstage.
View ArticleSolar panels plan for Thorners and Symondsbury schools
PROPOSALS for solar panels on two west Dorset schools are expected to be decided this week.
View ArticleFurther Covid restrictions for schools ahead of Plan B review
As many schools return this week, extra Covid safety measures are being put in place.
View ArticleMasks in Dorset classrooms welcomed to combat Covid spread
SECONDARY school students will have to wear masks in the classroom as they return this week following the Christmas break.
View ArticleDorset Council urges parents and carers to get school applications in now
APPLICATIONS are closing soon for school places this September and Dorset Council is urging parents and carers to get the submission for their child in as soon as possible.
View ArticleSolar panels plan for Thorners and Symondsbury schools
Is conservation getting in the way of tackling climate change?
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