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Celebrity chefs join students for project at Suffolk attraction
3+ hour, 42+ min ago (390+ words) Students from a college near Ipswich have had a lively start to the careers in media working an popular wildlife attraction. Through their work at Jimmy's Farm to the south of Ipswich, students from Suffolk New College started their careers…...
Private school steps in to help pupils left in the lurch as college closes
23+ hour, 45+ min ago (352+ words) A prestigious private school has announced they will work closely with a college set to close this summer. The Royal Hospital School (RHS), in Holbrook, announced that it is working closely with Stoke College to support families following the college's…...
300, 000 new work placements pledged "to help young people build lasting careers
1+ week, 6+ day ago (399+ words) Tens of thousands of new work experience and training placements from construction to hospitality will be available for young people as part of Government efforts to tackle the joblessness crisis. The 300, 000 new placements over the next three years are backed…...
Pupil scoops national photography award with portfolio
2+ week, 6+ day ago (115+ words) Mr Simon O'Malley, head of Orwell Park, said: "I am thrilled for Somerset and delighted to see this level of creative exploration and individuality recognised nationally. "At Orwell Park, we place great importance on giving pupils the confidence to express…...
Nine year olds can get behind the wheel as driving school relaunches at park and ride
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (191+ words) A pre-17 driving scheme is returning to Ipswich after huge demand. Young Driver, which offers driving lessons for nine to 17-year-olds, is relaunching at the London Road Park and Ride from June 7. It previously operated at the site until summer…...
Former decorator becomes second best female apprentice plumber in the country
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (195+ words) A career switch has led to national recognition for a rising talent in the plumbing industry. Danni Lee, 30, from Ipswich, was named the UK's second-best female apprentice plumber after reaching the finals of the HIP Female Skills Competition. A former…...
Plans to fill vacant Grimwades building set to be approved
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (300+ words) Plans to convert the top floor of a historic building in the town centre into an education unit are set to be approved. The first floor of the Grimwades building on the Cornhill has gone unused for many years - but…...
Primary school teacher shares how graphic novels hook reluctant readers
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (1097+ words) This figure highlights a challenge facing families, schools and communities across Suffolk: how to help children see reading as something to enjoy, not a chore. For primary school teacher Richard Ruddick, the answer often sits on classroom shelves " in the…...
School slammed for 'failing the children' after coursework blunder
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (345+ words) An Ipswich school has been slammed for 'failing the children' after an 'assessment irregularity' means Year 11 coursework won't go towards final grades. Ipswich Academy has come under fire after students were allegedly given too much guidance on the health and…...
Ipswich school and nursery praised by Ofsted after inspection
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (201+ words) An Ipswich school and nursery has been told it is meeting the expected standards in a recent inspection by education watchdog Ofsted. Springfield Infant School and Nursery, in Wesley Way, has been rated as meeting the 'expected standard' by Ofsted…...