Derbyshire school described as a warm, supportive and nurturing community
A Derbyshire school has demonstrated its commitment to its motto, “Let all that you do, be done in love,” according to Government inspectors who rated it ‘Good’ in all areas. The Scargill Church of England School, part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT), was visited by inspectors from the Office for Standards in Education […]
UK small businesses looking towards Bluesky after becoming “frustrated” with Twitter/X
A growing number of the UK small businesses are getting “frustrated” with Twitter/X and are looking into alternative social media platforms, according to a Derby UK digital marketing firm. JDR Group, which specialises in working with SMEs and has nearly 3,000 clients based across the country on its books, says more and more clients are […]
Alton Valley ends year on a high with £7m turnover
A Derby-based technology company is celebrating an extraordinary year of growth and innovation, closing 2024 with a record-breaking £7 million turnover – successfully quadrupling revenue in just three years. Alton Valley, based on Pride Park, has grown from a start-up into a trusted supplier of advanced network and security solutions, primarily serving the defence engineering sector. […]
School celebrates diversity and heritage through creative artwork
A Derby school with pupils from 56 different ethnic backgrounds is celebrating its rich cultural diversity by creating an art installation that spans across three floors. The display at Derby Cathedral School, in Great Northern Road, features 30 jigsaw-style squares which fit together to highlight the school’s inclusive values and its role within the Derby community. […]
Local charity makes Christmas unforgettable for two outstanding Bemrose students
Two outstanding pupils have been rewarded for their hard work with early Christmas presents after a city charity surprised them both with brand new PlayStation five’s. Derby-based Audrey’s Charity, has partnered with local company Albatross Cars to donate two PS5 consoles—each complete with two games—to The Bemrose School, to recognise students’ hard work this Christmas. The […]
High-flying entrepreneurs use Christmas fayre to raise funds
Students from a Derby school had a taste of The Apprentice when they used their entrepreneurial skills to raise funds for school essentials like hoodies and residential trips. Year six pupils from The Bemrose Primary School, in Radcliffe Drive, devised and executed business ideas which led to them setting up fundraising stalls at a Christmas […]
Keep carers in mind to help them cope at Christmas
Friends and neighbours are being encouraged to check up on people who are carers over Christmas to make sure they’re not feeling isolated at what can often be their loneliest time of the year. Raj Johal, executive director of Derby carers organisation Blue Sky Brokers, says the festive period can be a particularly tough time […]
Businesses urged to make a difference to families going through trauma by adopting me&dee as their “Charity of the Year”
Businesses have been urged to go local and make a huge impact on families going through the worst times by adopting Derbyshire’s big-hearted “me&dee” as their Charity of the Year. Founded by Maria Hanson MBE, the charity is marking its 18th birthday in 2024 and helps hundreds of families a year when a life limiting […]
Bolsover Church of England Junior School SIAMS report praises vision
A Derbyshire school, Bolsover Church of England Junior School, described by parents as a ‘refuge’, has been praised for the way its Christian vision and values allow children and families to flourish. Bolsover Church of England (VC) Junior School was visited by an inspector as part of the Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools […]
Mural artist returns to his primary school to transform library
When mural artist Leigh Irvine received a call about painting a wall at a school library, he was filled with nostalgia when he found out the school’s name. Cherry Tree Hill Primary School in Chaddesden, part of the Odyssey Collaborative Trust, was in need of an artist and had seen some of Leigh’s work locally […]