Derby pupils take hands-on approach to teaching BSL
PUPILS at a Derby special school have taken part in a hands-on tour of the city in support of Sign Language Week, which this year was themed “United in Sign”. Students from the Royal School for the Deaf Derby (RSDD) visited locations across the city to teach members of the community basic British Sign Language […]
Curiosity takes flight at Derby School for British Science Week
YOUNGSTERS at a Derby special school blasted off from their normal timetable when they worked out what it takes to launch a rocket as part of British Science Week. The week kicked off with students from The Royal School for the Deaf, learnt about rockets and the science behind explosions before planning, conducting and concluding […]
Murray Park School takes a novel approach to World Book Day
A week of novel events saw students at Murray Park School celebrate World Book Day with a packed programme of activities designed to inspire a love of reading. The Mickleover school’s World Book Week saw pupils take part in a variety of creative activities designed to bring stories to life and encourage a lifelong love […]
Pupils pedal their way to independence thanks to bike donations
Pupils from a Derby school are back on their bikes and ready to roll, enjoying a new sense of independence thanks to a scheme supporting young riders across the city. Fifteen pupils from The Bemrose School, on Uttoxeter Road, Derby, recently visited Ayup Bikes to receive donated bicycles, helmets, and other protective gear through a […]
Bishop Lonsdale leads the way on sustainability with new green upgrades
Eco-warriors at a Derby primary school have shown a Member of Parliament how they are making their school more sustainable, thanks to a government-backed green initiative. Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary School – part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) – is among just 250 schools nationwide to secure funding through the Great British […]
Esteem Multi Academy Trust opens multi-million pound sports hall in Staffordshire special school named after former teacher
A specialist Staffordshire secondary school catering for teenagers with special needs has cut the ribbon on a brand new multi-use sports hall named after a former PE teacher. Fountains High School in Stretton has now opened its new fully accessible, state-of-the-art £2.5million multi-use hall allowing students with a wide range of disabilities to enjoy sports […]
Derby pupils enjoy festive fun at YMCA community hub
PUPILS from a Derby school were invited to “have fun and stay at the YMCA” for a Christmas-themed day of treats and festive fun. Thirty pupils from The Bemrose School and The Bemrose Primary School – who are part of the school’s intervention group – attended the Padley@YMCA Derbyshire Community Hub at Parcel Terrace to […]
Special Santa visit makes up for missed Christmas morning
A Derby youngster who was too poorly to attend his school’s festive celebrations still got to meet Father Christmas – after teachers arranged a surprise visit to his hospital bed. Eight-year-old Michal Winter had been eagerly counting down to the annual Breakfast with Santa event at Firs Primary School, in Derby, where he is in […]
Curtains up for three Walter Evans pupils
A DERBY school is taking centre stage with three of its pupils cast in a popular Derby production. Three pupils from Walter Evans School in Darley Abbey – part of Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) – have landed roles in Oliver at Derby Theatre – including the role of Oliver itself. Nine-year-old Claudia Burton – playing the role of […]
William Gilbert school goes green with community support
Pupils, parents and staff at a Derby school have joined forces to transform their school grounds into greener, more vibrant spaces for everyone to enjoy. The initiative, led by William Gilbert School – part of Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) – challenged pupils to each raise £20.25 for the year 2025, with all proceeds going towards outdoor […]