Wollaton Park is set to host the September 2021 Memory Walk to raise money for Alzheimer's Society. Nottingham residents are being invited to don their walking gear, lace up their boots, and unite against dementia by signing up to Alzheimer’s Society’s Memory Walk this Autumn. Hundreds of … [Read more...]
Firbeck Academy children join in exercise fun inspired by ‘Stand Up Notts’ campaign
Children and staff at Firbeck Academy in Wollaton have always enjoyed the wide-ranging sporting activities on offer at the school. So, when the ‘Stand Up Notts’ Campaign asked that schools focus on increased physical activity during the school day, Firbeck Academy was up for the … [Read more...]
Magical woodland at Firbeck Academy provides children with inspiration in their new topic
Children from Firbeck Academy in Wollaton have been using their school’s outdoor spaces to inspire a special story map and artworks exploring their new ‘Jungle’ topic. During the day children explored the school’s grounds, searching for hidden jungle animals! Teacher Lindsey Johnstone explains, … [Read more...]
Lockdown inspires Nottingham woman to write first novel
Like many others, a local lady from Nottingham found herself with more time on her hands during the national coronavirus lockdown, and she put it to good use. Here author Joanna, talks about her journey to writing her first novel: My name is Joanne Bentley a born and bred Nottingham lady … [Read more...]
Yoga is on the timetable at Firbeck Academy in Wollaton
“Yoga is very good for you and helps you stretch your core which is a really important strength for health and fitness.” Harlem Carthy-Lewis (age 10) Children at Firbeck Academy in Wollaton have been enjoying Yoga classes as part of the school’s approach to ensure that both their physical and … [Read more...]
Nottinghamshire YMCA launches brand new day camps programme for Summer 2020
Local charity Nottinghamshire YMCA will be launching two holiday camps for children during August 2020. The programme relaunch comes after several significant updates to ensure it a safe space for children to have fun interacting and learning without fear of health risks in the current … [Read more...]
Bluecoat Wollaton Academy Awarded ‘World Class Schools Quality Mark’ at Cambridge University ceremony
The World Class Schools Quality Mark (WCSQM) is only awarded to non-selective schools offering the highest standard of education to young people and Principal of Bluecoat Wollaton Academy, Stuart Anderson, said the accreditation standards were appropriately high. “We decided to take up this … [Read more...]