A new programme has launched to recruit social workers which you can apply for through Dorset Council.
The ‘Step Up’ to Social Work programme is a 14-month training course, which offers hands-on experience of working in a real-life social work role through placements in the Dorset Council area, whilst undertaking...
Further to the question of 'hey Gove, where have the title deeds of our state schools gone?' there is a post on the Guardian comment is free site, in response to the story about Gove's criticism of Etonians in the cabinet.I offer it with no comment. People better informed...
https://twitter.com/Rachael_Swindon/status/1049998842744188929
The gangsters in Westminster have now brought in new 'rules' which do not allow children to be taken out of school during term time unless under "exceptional circumstances". Any absence will be classified as unauthorised and parents could be faced with yet another revenue gathering fine. Hang on, who...
In October last year we launched the Dorset Education Advice Line – an advice line for parents and carers who are worried their child might not be making the progress they should be, or who may believe their child might have emerging special educational needs.
To date, we’ve spoken with approximately 60...
On a dark, rainy and cold January day, Puddletown library stands like a proud beacon of light on a hilltop. Inside, there’s a hive of activity and a warm glow of community spirit. Puddletown library is the most recent community library to be launched in Dorset. Retired teachers, Lesley...
Education in Dorset, like many regions, faces unique challenges and opportunities. It’s a dynamic landscape where continuous improvement is not just desired but essential. This article delves into practical strategies that schools in Dorset can employ to uplift their educational standards. We will explore a range of methods, from...
For parents/guardians and their children we hope this will help in any transition.
Starting infant or primary school
Starting a new school, or going to school for the first time is an exciting time time for children and their parents/carers, but it is a big change and can also be a...
In 1988, I went to a fee-paying all-boys grammar school, then in 1991 left for a state comprehensive, where I finished the last term of third year, and the remaining two years of compulsory schooling, studying for GCSEs. The simple fact I've experienced both sides perhaps makes my contribution...
Organising a school trip can significantly enrich the educational experience, offering students hands-on learning opportunities beyond the classroom. Dorset, with its rich historical sites, stunning landscapes, and educational centres, provides a perfect backdrop for such ventures. Here are some top ideas for school trips in Dorset, each promising an...
