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 […]
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, […]
Family of Derby businessman vows to honour his legacy by leading his company forward
The family of a respected Derby businessman who died unexpectedly last year has pledged to preserve his legacy by taking the helm of the company he led for more than three decades. Andy Priestley started working for design, refurbishment and fit-out firm DSP (Interiors) in 1988 and took over the reins four years later, dedicating […]
How meeting young offender inspired Karen to change young lives
Coming face to face with the arsonist who set her car ablaze while she was pregnant became a turning point in Karen Lamb’s life, inspiring her to dedicate herself to helping vulnerable children escape the cycle of crime. Twenty years ago, Karen’s car was completely destroyed in an arson attack, leaving her without transport at […]
All aboard for accessibility
CHILDREN from the Royal School of the Deaf have teamed up with East Midlands Railway (EMR) to sign a digital book, to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the railway. EMR has launched An Adventure Through Railway Past, a children’s book that celebrates this historic milestone. In addition to 14,000 hard copies being distributed to schools and available […]
Comfa grows up with sensory clothing for adults
An award-winning young entrepreneur from Derby who changed the way sensory clothing works for kids is now turning his attention to adults, bringing the Fidget-t to a wider audience. Max Palfrey, the 12-year-old founder of Comfa, is back with a new launch, this time, expanding his world-first sensory clothing line to include adult sizes. After the […]
Zoey puts the edible into incredible as she gets set to defend her title at the Notts County Show
An amateur baker whose hyper-realistic cake of a gardening scene won first prize at the Nottinghamshire County Show is planning her return to defend her title in May. Zoey Tory‘s spring-themed cake – which put the edible into incredible – featured “soil” made from chocolate and crumbled Oreo biscuits and a watering can made from […]
Bemrose students take the lead in shaping the future at Hope Hack event
Two students from a Derby school were recognised as future leaders and invited to host a day-long workshop that provides young people with a voice and focuses on their hopes for the future. Year 10 pupils from The Bemrose School, Fatimah Ali and Prayer Fiona Edwin, impressed the organisers with their leadership skills when they […]