More than 260 children from Hereford have taken part in storytelling sessions designed to inspire a love of reading, as new research reveals that reading for enjoyment among 8 – 18 year olds in the UK is at its lowest since 2005 – for almost two decades.* According to...
Herefordshire Council has confirmed that more than £4 million is to be spent on a new sports hall, stand-alone two class teaching block and internal alterations at a Hereford school. The money will be spent on improvements at Brookfield School, on Grandstand Road in...
Herefordshire children receiving free school meals can enjoy a wide range of activities during the summer holidays. Herefordshire Council’s summer children’s activities programme is open for bookings from today (Wednesday 26 June). Parents of children (from reception...
Join The Courtyard in Hereford for its first Inclusive Adult Rave at The Courtyard for adults with learning disabilities. A chance to have a rave with DJ Andy in the fantastic Nell Gwynne room, glitter and glow sticks included! Pop along and throw some shapes...
As parents continue to look for ways to save on essentials, Aldi has announced the return of its sell-out school uniform bundle. And, this year, the bundle offers families even more choice without pulling on the purse strings. Freezing the price of its Back To School...
The Herefordshire Summer School Games festival returns this year and is set to be the biggest to date, with over 2000 children and young people! Stride Active is delighted to announce that the Herefordshire Summer School Games festival is due to return this July....
Join The Courtyard in Hereford for its first Inclusive Adult Rave at The Courtyard for adults with learning disabilities. A chance to have a rave with DJ Andy in the fantastic Nell Gwynne room, glitter and glow sticks included! Pop along and throw some shapes...
On Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th May, Ofsted inspectors visited Eastnor Parochial Primary School in Herefordshire. The outcome of the inspection has seen the school – which is part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy Trust (DHMAT) - again rated as...
Test your skills at creating crazy constructions and superstructures with Lego in the inspiring surroundings of Hereford Cathedral. Enjoy this freestyle Lego session in the South Transept with thousands of bricks and hundreds of mini-figures, learn building...
A Herefordshire School has been rated as ‘good’ following a recent inspection by Ofsted in April 2024. Ofsted Inspectors visited Pencombe CofE Primary School in April 2024. The report said: “The pupils, their parents and the staff agree that Pencombe Church of England...
Riverside Primary School and Nursery has been rated 'Outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted. Emma Shearer, Headteacher, said 'I am incredibly proud of the whole school community. The report reflects our school perfectly and we were really pleased with some specific...
Staff and pupils at Burley Gate Church of England Primary School are celebrating after hearing Ofsted continues to rate it as ‘Good’ following an inspection last month. Ofsted inspectors visited the school – which is part of the Diocese of Hereford Multi-Academy...
Hereford College of Arts is excited to announce the opening of its Digital Skills Centre. The new studios provide industry-best facilities for students, partner schools and evening classes - and a base for two new degree courses Games Design and Digital...
A unique ‘Woodland to Workshop’ course from the charity Woodland Heritage, held from 24 to 26 September 2024, will bring together tree growers, wood users and beyond to learn how to make the most of the vital connections between our woodlands and workshops. This...
A recent Freedom of Information request has revealed that Herefordshire Council spent £4.1 million in a recent financial year providing taxis to school for children. A Freedom of Information Request submitted in October 2023 received the following response:...
Ben Shirley, a Teaching Fellow in Architectural Practice at NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) has helped spread NMITE’s reputation in the field of engineering recently when contributing to a humanitarian project in Tanzania. Ben joined NMITE’s...
Hereford Sixth Form College Careers department recently hosted a celebratory lunch for students who are leaving college for a variety of exciting destinations. Students took time out from their busy revision schedules to come and share their plans for the...
A Herefordshire Primary School has been rated as ‘good’ following a recent Ofsted inspection. Pencombe Church of England Primary School received a visit from Ofsted on 10th April 2024. The report said: “The pupils, their parents and the staff agree that Pencombe...
A Herefordshire school has been rated as ‘outstanding’ following a recent visit by Ofsted inspectors. Ofsted Inspectors were extremely impressed with The Beacon College in Hereford. ‘The Beacon College is a special place where there is a friendly and welcoming...
Caption: The new headmaster of Lucton School is Andrew Allman, pictured with his wife, Sarah, and children Phoebe and Jacob who will both be joining the school in September. Picture by Mandy Jones Photography. The new headmaster of a well-known Herefordshire private...