Stanley Common pupils step back in time for VE Day celebrations
A Derbyshire school turned back the clock to mark VE Day, giving pupils a glimpse into life during wartime Britain and paying tribute to those who lived through it. Children and staff at Stanley Common Church of England Primary School, in Belper Road – part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT) – embraced the […]
A decade of dedication as Amanda celebrates 10 years as a funeral arranger
A FUNERAL arranger who gave up a career in the NHS to help families pay their respects to their loved ones is celebrating 10 years in the role – and says it’s still her dream job. Amanda Outram, who works at Gillotts Funeral Directors at its home in Abbot Street, Heanor, spends her days supporting […]
Leicester four-year-old with cerebral palsy wins Children of Courage award for charity fundraising
A Leicester four-year-old with cerebral palsy is going from strength to strength in 2025 after winning a major award for fundraising – and welcoming a new baby brother! Leicester’s Lola James, four, has been winning hearts for several years now due to her determination to take on physical challenges and raise money for charities that […]
Specialist education centre opens at Borrow Wood Primary School
Borrow Wood Primary School in Spondon is celebrating the opening of its new Enhanced Resource Facility (ERF) to provide specialist education for children with communication and interaction needs, such as autism. The centre opened following the Easter break at the school on Arundel Drive and will cater for up to 20 children. Zoe Fletcher, Head […]
Pupils gain first-hand insight into politics with visit from Derby North MP
Pupils at a Derby school had a real-life glimpse into political life during a visit from a local MP. Derby North MP Catherine Atkinson visited The Bemrose School and spent time learning about the school’s unique student-led parliamentary system and answering questions about her role as a local Member of Parliament. Atkinson initially addressed the students […]
Family cooks invited to step into the kitchen at the Nottinghamshire County Show
A cookery workshop which will recreate Second World War recipes using a 21st-century air fryer is set to take to the stage at this year’s Nottinghamshire County Show. The activity, designed to help commemorate the VE Day 80th anniversary, is one of a number of new family-friendly cooking events which are taking place at the […]
Flash fiction competition winner publishes own book aged seven
At just seven years old, Logan has become a short story competition winner and a published author. The Beaufort Primary School pupil has been chosen as the winner of the Derby Book Festival’s ‘flash fiction’ competition, which invited entrants to write a 50-word story on the theme of ‘voices’. Being announced as the winner has […]
Science company Lubrizol helps make Easter eggstra special for hundreds of vulnerable Derby children
Lubrizol science company employees have helped make Easter eggstra special for hundreds of vulnerable Derby children by contributing a huge pile of chocolate eggs after responding to an annual charity appeal. Children First Derby, which supports more than 600 children across the city each year with a range of services, is taking on the role […]
Award-winning housing trust helping homeless people launches unique ‘Quarry Crusher’ triathlon – with puzzles – around beautiful Derbyshire to fund residents’ Christmas gifts
Swimmers, cyclists, runners – and puzzle solvers – will get the chance to combine their skills this year in a unique new ‘Quarry Crusher’ triathlon around beautiful Derbyshire, and they’ll be raising money for a good cause into the bargain. Kicking off with a swim in the natural geothermal spring-fed pool at the New Bath […]
Derby school launches salon to help students style their future
A Derby school, dedicated to supporting young people with learning difficulties, has launched a salon where students can gain valuable hair and beauty qualifications. St Clare’s School, in Mickleover, is a special school for pupils between the ages of 11 and 16. Rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted inspectors – and part of the Esteem Multi Academy Trust – it […]