Edwalton Primary School has maintained its high standards says Ofsted, in a newly published report. The school’s latest inspection described the school as ‘aspirational for every pupil’, using its unique character and resources to enrich the education of its pupils. The school, based on Wellin … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2025
VE Day Celebration Day at Air Raid Shelter
Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) hosted a VE Day experience at Abbey Circus Air Raid Shelter in West Bridgford with Nottingham Trent University (NTU) on Thursday May 8 as part of 80th anniversary VE Day celebrations in the Borough. Local schoolchildren were invited for a private tour of the air … [Read more...]
East Leake WI run a ‘Human Fruit Machine’!
In May, The East Leake WI welcomed back Linda Davey from Nottinghamshire Federation to lead the Annual Meeting and Resolution Debate. This is the chance for the members to have their say and contribute to the business and campaigning side of the WI. The group have enjoyed a full programme of … [Read more...]
Beeston Church creates a time capsule
Young people at Beeston Methodist Church in Chilwell Road have assembled a time capsule for future generations to discover. Junior Church members enjoyed gathering an array of material to put in the air-tight box, which will be buried under the new floor of the century-old building, currently … [Read more...]
A Thriving Community Theatre with Big Ambitions
One of the brightest stars in the local arts scene, the East Bridgford and Bingham Drama Group (EBBDG) has a proud tradition of bringing quality theatre to our community. With roots dating back to 1949, the group has steadily grown from humble beginnings to become one of the most respected amateur … [Read more...]
The Children’s Society opens new Charity Book Shop in Calverton
Leading national children’s charity, The Children’s Society, has opened a new book shop in the heart of Calverton on Thursday 8 May, bringing a cozy and enchanting shopping experience to the local community and supporting children and young people across the country to access support when it is … [Read more...]
RideWise Celebrates 20 Years of Changing Lives
Nottinghamshire’s favourite cycling and walking charity, RideWise, has just turned 20, and they had a celebration worthy of two decades of pedal power, fresh air, and life-changing impact! Since 2005, RideWise has helped over a million people across the region travel greener, live healthier, and … [Read more...]
NUSA shines bright as a Beacon School for Holocaust Education and Inclusion
Nottingham University Samworth Academy (NUSA) is proudly leading the way in Holocaust education earning its reputation as a Beacon School, recognised for outstanding leadership, innovation and exemplary practice that sets a standard for others to follow. At NUSA – part of Nova Education Trust - … [Read more...]
Pupils at Bingham Primary School Bury Time Capsule
Pupils at Bingham Primary School have created a lasting legacy for future generations after burying a time capsule, donated by Taylor Wimpey East Midlands, at their school in Bingham. The time capsule, filled with letters, artwork, and memorabilia, was buried on the school grounds. This project … [Read more...]
Brookside Primary School awarded OPAL Platinum Status
Brookside Primary School in East Leake, has been awarded Platinum Status by the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Primary Programme - an honour reserved for schools across the world who demonstrate the very highest standards in outdoor play provision. Even more impressively, Brookside is one of … [Read more...]