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Careers college journalism pieces at Weymouth College

Students from schools across the county have been getting a taste of different careers at Weymouth College. The initiative, Careers College, gives young people a chance to have a go at a job they find...

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School pals arrive at Westfield prom in Weymouth by lorry

A teenager made a huge impression when he arrived at his Weymouth school prom. Oakley Park, aged 16, of Higher Frome Vauchurch, arrived at the Westfield School Prom in a lorry along with his friend Sam...

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One in eight Dorset pupils attend top state schools

One in eight Dorset children attended top-rated state schools in 2021-22, new figures show.

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Looking at ways to improve lives of young people in Dorset

Two days of conferences, both with the theme of ‘Belonging’, were held at Durlston Country Park recently for those working in education, health, the emergency services and the community and voluntary...

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One in six Dorset toddlers can't communicate properly

One in six toddlers in Dorset can't communicate properly, figures show.

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Autistic students in Dorset to benefit from better education

AUTISTIC children are set for a better educational experience in the county following the launch of a project aimed at understanding the disability more.

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Dorset pupil left locked on bus overnight

A CHILD was left overnight on a school coach by teachers who failed to notice until morning.

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School proms 2023: Budmouth year 11 at sailing academy

It was time to party at Budmouth Academy's year 11 school prom. Students enjoyed some sunshine as they arrived at the milestone event, which saw some of them bidding farewell to their Chickerell school.

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Pupils visit the Lions Lair at Sunninghill Prep, Dorchester

The school hall at Sunninghill School was transformed into the 'lions lair' boardroom with pupils pitching their business ideas.

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School proms 2023: Westfield School at Wellworthys in Wyke

A prom with a view to savour was enjoyed by students of Westfield Arts College in Weymouth. Students soaked up the evening sunshine as they arrived at Wellworthys club in Wyke Regis.

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School proms 2023: Wey Valley year 11

It was time to party at Wey Valley's year 11 school prom.

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School proms 2023: Hardye year 11 prom at Kingston Maurward

Wet weather didn't dampen the spirits of students at Thomas Hardye's Year 11 prom. It was held at Kingston Maurward College near Dorchester and saw students suited and booted and others in some...

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School proms 2023: All Saints School at Weymouth Pavilion

A RED carpet and eye-catching cars. Year 11 students from All Saints School in Wyke Regis donned floor length dresses and their finest suits for the special occasion which was held at Weymouth Pavilion.

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Milton Abbey School students make award-winning film

Students from a school in Dorset have become pioneers for online safety awareness by creating a award-winning film. The film, made by students at Milton Abbey School, won an award in the Childnet Film...

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School proms 2023: Atlantic Academy at sailing academy

Students had the time of their lives as they said farewell to their school years at Atlantic Academy on Portland.  Glitz and glamour was par for the course at the special occasion at the Weymouth and...

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Damers First School in Poundbury named energy champions

A Dorset School has been named national champion in a competition to learn about energy and save energy in the school.

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Beaminster: St Mary's Academy celebrating Good Ofsted grade

A west Dorset primary school is celebrating after achieving its best Ofsted inspection result in its history.

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Weymouth College: 500 children attend Primary College

Some 500 Year 6 children tried out different career paths at a special Weymouth College event this week. 

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Artsmark Gold Award given to Westfield school in Weymouth

Pupils and staff at Westfield Arts College are celebrating after receiving the prestigious Artsmark Gold Award. The Artsmark award is the only creative quality standard for schools, accredited by Arts...

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Weymouth: Mylie Nicholson has drawings published in new book

An inspirational autistic Wyke Regis Primary Federation pupil has just had her drawings published in a magnificent children’s book.

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