The Portway way helps pupils to feel safe and thrive says Ofsted
Image shows Emma Wilkinson with pupils (left to right) Phoenix Morgan, Henry Cope, Greta Bernardi, Freddie Fell, Zachary Dawkins in the school’s garden area.
Cherry Tree Primary School is pupils’ ‘second family’
Paul Appleton, head teacher of Cherry Tree Hill Primary School.
Recovering addict from Burton preparing to help others get clean
A recovering addict who first tried drugs at the age of 10 is now looking to help others coming out of the system after getting clean. Ash, from Burton, is celebrating nine months drugs free but it is a feat that has not come easily, with him previously accepting his addiction would kill him. The […]
Rail maintenance firm boss says HS2 cuts “would make no sense”
The boss of a Midlands rail maintenance firm says the Government should press ahead with completing HS2 – because scrapping it or watering it down would be an even bigger waste of money. Malcolm Prentice, managing director of MTMS, based in Moira, near Swadlincote, says the project will be only be worthwhile if it manages […]
Derbyshire eco furniture business TDP keeping loved ones’ stories alive with innovative new memorial benches
An award-winning Derbyshire sustainable business making outdoor furniture from recycled plastic is helping tell the stories of those who have passed on, with a highly innovative new memorial bench digital platform. Wirksworth-based TDP Ltd, recently crowned with a coveted King’s Award for Sustainable Development, is launching ‘My Place and Story’ this month. The platform will […]
Deaf children hope Tasha is a key ingredient for showstopping success
CHILDREN at a city school have recorded a showstopping message for the first deaf contestant on the Great British Bake Off and invited the judges and presenters for sign language lessons. Pupils at Royal School for the Deaf Derby, in Ashbourne Road, have filmed a message for 27-year-old Tasha Stones who is one of 12 people […]
Blog: Why first-hand experience has set me up for my final year at uni
This week I have returned to university for my final year and I’ve gone back into lectures with mixed feelings – excitement that the photo of me in the infamous gown, holding my degree with the caption ‘#proud’ is almost on my grid, but also nerves as I have no doubt this will be the […]
Hit Edinburgh Fringe Murder She Wrote live comedy show set to appear at Derby’s Annie’s Burger Shack
A live comedy show which guides super-sleuths through a screening of the classic whodunnit TV show Murder She Wrote is heading to Derby after proving a hit at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe. Solve-Along-A Murder-She-Wrote, which is fronted by superfan Tim Benzie, went down a treat with audiences north of the border last month and has […]
Wizzard legend Roy Wood joins forces with Nelson’s Distillery to celebrate 50 years of festive hit I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday
A glam rock legend has raised a glass to the success of one of the country’s best-loved Christmas tunes by creating a special gin to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Wizzard frontman Roy Wood has worked with Nelson’s Distillery and Gin School, based in Uttoxeter, to create his gin ‘I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday’, […]
Creative culture at Borrow Wood Primary School recognised with Artsmark Gold Award
Image of artwork created by pupils for entry to the National Gallery’s Take One Picture competition.