education
Feature: Unlocking pupils’ potential
A growing number of parents are opting for extra tuition for their children in English and Maths.
Next month there’s a chance to learn about after-school tuition at an Open Day at The Forum.
With over 200 children (many doing both subjects) already on their books, the director of First Class Learning talks about what they offer in our Features section: “Every child can do better given more practice and support.”
Unlocking pupils’ potential
There’s a growing demand for extra support for children outside of school.
One local centre, which has over 200 pupils on its books, is holding an Open Day at The Forum next month for parents who want to find out more.
Norwich-grown charity album launched
Young people at Norwich’s YMCA have written, recorded and produced an album inside just 10 weeks.
Available to download from next week, all the proceeds will be ploughed back into the charity.
Children’s minister to visit Norwich
Liberal Democrat minister, Sarah Teather, will be address local party activists at an event tonight. Read More…
Taking Spanish onto the pitch
Students at a local high school are the first to try a pilot project which takes learning Spanish onto the football pitch.
It’s backed by Norwich City’s Spanish defender, Daniel Ayala, at a time when opting for languages is at an all time low. Read More…
Landmark building nears completion
The final stages are being neared on a multi-million pound project on Earlham Road.
City needs new school
A new school could be built in Norwich, close to the south side of the city, according to county council education bosses.
In the meantime, urgent plans have been drawn up to tackle the hundreds of extra children needing school places this September. Read More…
Christmas lectures look back in time
The University of East Anglia is holding its annual Christmas lectures this weekend, aimed at children from as young as 8.
City gears up for strike action
Teachers, health workers and civil servants are among those striking this Wednesday, supporting a union-led day of action in defence of public sector pensions.
A rally will begin outside City College before marching on City Hall.
In south Norwich, seven schools have so far said they will close, with the authorities making contingency plans to cover care homes and hospitals. Read More…
