DSP (Interiors) successfully steers showroom transformation for car dealership
AN award-winning car dealership has praised a Derby company for its ‘exceptional’ work in transforming its brand-new showroom describing them as ‘fantastic from start to finish’. RW Cars, a specialist in high-quality former company vehicles, enlisted the expertise of design, refurbishment and fit-out specialists DSP (Interiors) to help transform its new home on Jubilee Business […]
Hardwick Primary School’s nurturing environment builds confidence
Hardwick Primary School in Dover Street, Derby, has earned praise from Ofsted inspectors for its warm, nurturing and supportive environment, which is helping children feel secure and confident. The school, part of Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) was judged as outstanding for personal development, and good across all other areas including behaviour and attitudes, quality […]
Derby North MP tours technology of tomorrow at Barron McCann
AN award-winning technology company has been praised for its recent expansion and investment in skills by Derby North MP Catherine Atkinson. Barron McCann, which is based in the Meteor Centre, provides IT services to leading retail, hospitality and stadium companies throughout the United Kingdom and Europe. With more than 45 years’ industry experience the company […]
Young breeders George and Ben hoping to defend their titles at this year’s Nottinghamshire County Show
A Nottinghamshire businessman who juggles running a busy gym with breeding prize-winning sheep is aiming for a hat-trick of wins at this year’s county show. George Hoggard, founder of Ollerton-based Manor House Fitness, will swap the barbells for baas when his animals go head-to-head with some of the finest sheep from across the country at […]
Initiative ‘dresses up’ World Book Day with unexpected costume delivery
School staff who discovered seven mystery boxes on their doorstep had a pleasant surprise when they opened them – finding 160 dressing up costumes. The delivery arrived just in time for World Book Day at Firs Primary School, on Raven Street – part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) – and completely transformed the […]
BLOG: National Look for a Rainbow Day reminds us of the power of hope
With its seven radiant colours, sun-after-rain brilliance, and infinite loop (it is, after all, a circle), it’s no wonder the rainbow has become such a powerful symbol – one of inclusion, hope, and dreams, writes Kirsty Green. Today – April 3 – is National Look for a Rainbow Day, a moment to turn our eyes […]
Science Week sparks curiosity and inspires future scientists at Derby school
Following Science Week, children at a Derby school discovered that science is far more than lab coats and conical flasks, thanks to a week filled with hands-on activities and engaging experiences. Pupils at Beaufort Primary School have had a shift in their perception of scientists, with many now inspired to explore the profession themselves. This […]
Derby footballer Ben praises Netflix’s Adolescence for bringing young people’s issues to light
A Derby County footballer who runs a mentoring firm which works in local schools has welcomed how young people’s issues have been brought to attention by Netflix’s hit show Adolescence – saying it’s long overdue. Midfielder Ben Osborn says the show has shone a light on the kinds of problems that his company EFD Sport […]
All-female rowing team makes waves at Bemrose School with their incredible Atlantic journey
THREE members of an all-female team who braved the elements to row across the Atlantic Ocean recently anchored at a Derby school to share the story of their expedition. The team called Force Atlantic 25, who are all serving in the army, shared their journey with year eight and nine pupils at The Bemrose School, […]
Holbrook School for Autism receives Autism Accreditation
A Derbyshire special school has been praised by a national charity for supporting children and young people with autism to help them build self-reliance and resilience. Holbrook School for Autism is now an official Autism Accredited School after meeting the stringent requirements and standards set by the National Autistic Society – the UK’s leading charity […]