Tag: Department for Education
Durham Academy Students Get First Look at Future School Development
Work is well underway on a new home for Durham Academy, in Ushaw Moor, which will provide modern, custom-designed facilities for more than 500 County Durham students.The site was recently inspected by Durham Academy’s student council, with one Year 7 student inspired to pursue his ambitions in the b…
Spennymoor Pupils Meet Local MP Alan Strickland During School Visit
Alan Strickland, Labour MP for Newton Aycliffe and Spennymoor, paid a visit to Whitworth Park Academy, in Spennymoor, where pupils learned more about his work and the role of Parliament in local communities.During the visit, Mr Strickland was shown around the school by Year 8 school council members,…
New College Durham to Drive Future Skills with National Recognition
New College Durham (NCD) has announced it has been selected as one of just four colleges nationwide to be recognised as an Advanced Manufacturing...
Funding Secured for Three More Years of Fun and Food in...
Thousands of children and young people across County Durham have enjoyed free activities, healthy meals and snacks during the school holidays thanks to a...
Durham to Lead the Way in Government Scheme to Support Children...
County Durham has been selected to trailblaze a new government scheme which will provide integrated support to children and families.
Durham County Council is one...
Fun activities in County Durham this Easter!
Young people are being encouraged to make a splash with free swimming sessions at County Durham’s leisure centres as part of fun activities happening...
Fun and Food for Youngsters This Christmas!
Christmas crafts, swimming sessions and theatrical workshops are just some of the activities set to entertain youngsters over the festive break.
Durham County Council’s Fun...