Organisers of this year’s Notts Pride have celebrated their biggest event yet, with a record 10,000 march attendees – 1,000 more than last year. Now in its 28th year, the event took place on Saturday 26th July and saw the city transformed into a vibrant celebration of inclusivity, solidarity and … [Read more...]
Edwalton Primary School set its sights on transforming outdoor play
Edwalton Primary School has set its sights on transforming outdoor play for its pupils and has already seen success with positive feedback from both pupils and parents. Dan Graney is the Head teacher of Edwalton Primary School, and he explained the motivation behind the playtime … [Read more...]
East Leake Academy students celebrate best ever GCSE results
There was an air of excitement at East Leake Academy – part of Diverse Academies Trust – as year 11 students collected their GCSE results on Thursday 21st August. This year’s outcomes are the strongest in the academy’s history, with students achieving the highest attainment 8 score in a decade. … [Read more...]
Local Academy celebrates students “achieving their dreams”
Staff, students and families at Farnborough Spencer Academy were jumping for joy in August, as the Academy celebrated its best ever GCSE results. Executive Principal, Graeme Smith commented: “Our school motto is that ‘we are proud’. That is true for everyone at Farnborough. The students have … [Read more...]
Loughborough Male Voice Choir Our East Leake ‘Open Evening’
We warmly invite you to come to see us in rehearsal in the Pavillion on Costock Road at 6.30 – 8.30pm on Thursday 16th October. As a way of bringing our choir to our audience, we are holding our weekly rehearsal in East Leake on Thursday 16th October. This will be an ‘open’ rehearsal, where we … [Read more...]
Grassroots football coach wins ‘Heroes of Nottingham’ award
Victoria Centre in Nottingham City Centre has announced Nick Ahmed as a winner in its “Heroes of Nottingham” campaign – a celebration of everyday individuals making an extraordinary impact on the local community. Nick’s nomination stood out for his long-standing commitment to grassroots football. … [Read more...]
The Family Chemist goes the extra mile for local school
Jesse Gray Primary School celebrated a day to remember recently with the local community as their new running track was officially unveiled thanks to The Family Chemist’s generous donation. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on the sunny 8th September, marked the completion of the track built to … [Read more...]
Cotgrave Community Kitchen receives grant for storage container
Cotgrave Community Kitchen has received a community grant for a brand-new storage container to help the group continue its great work and save even more food from waste. Rushcliffe Borough Council’s (RBC) principal contractor for Cotgrave Leisure Centre, Leisure Energy, awarded the grant to the … [Read more...]
Beeston Fields Flying High Academy is Outstanding!
Beeston Fields Flying High Academy has been graded Outstanding in all areas following its recent inspection. The report says, ‘Pupils at Beeston Fields Flying High Academy thrive in an aspirational and nurturing environment. They benefit from an exceptional quality of education. The school is … [Read more...]
Fun Day Raises £725 for Child Bereavement UK
Nottingham City Transport recently held its staff family fun day at Nottingham Rugby Ground, providing a free day of entertainment and activities for its colleagues and their families. Alongside inflatable fun, a petting zoo, games, face painting, arts and crafts, food and drink, the day supported … [Read more...]