Schools & Colleges

CEC spends £733k on consultants to reduce school transport costs

CEC spends £733k on consultants to reduce school transport costs

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council believes it will have slashed its school transport costs by more than £3m by the end of the financial year.

But they have hired Edge Consultants at a cost of £733,000 to help it bring down the cost of transporting children and young people to school.

January 16, 2025
Reaseheath College “requires improvement” in six areas, says Ofsted

Reaseheath College “requires improvement” in six areas, says Ofsted

Ofsted inspectors say Reaseheath College in Nantwich “requires improvement” in six areas.

Inspectors visited the college in October and released their latest report this week

January 15, 2025
University Centre Reaseheath in Nantwich to stage open event

University Centre Reaseheath in Nantwich to stage open event

University Centre Reaseheath is hosting its first open day of 2025 this Saturday January 18.

The Nantwich-based institution offers degrees and professional certificates for careers in agriculture, canine behaviour, veterinary nursing, environmental conservation, food science, zoology among others.

January 14, 2025
Cheshire College unveils sensory space for students

Cheshire College unveils sensory space for students

Cheshire College has unveiled a new “Sensory Space” to support students on its Crewe campus.

The aims is to provide a haven for students with neuro-divergent conditions when they are feeling overwhelmed or needing a quiet space.

January 7, 2025
Snow closes secondary schools in Nantwich and Shavington

Snow closes secondary schools in Nantwich and Shavington

Overnight snow has forced headteachers to close secondary schools in Nantwich and Shavington today.

The schools made the announcements in the last few minutes for “safety reasons”.

January 6, 2025
Ofsted praises Cheshire College with latest “Good” rating

Ofsted praises Cheshire College with latest “Good” rating

Cheshire College – South & West has earned a “Good” rating from its latest Ofsted inspection.

The college, which attracts hundreds of students across Nantwich and Crewe, has also been awarded top grade of “strong contribution to skills” in its latest report.

December 30, 2024
Reaseheath students bring festive flower power to Arley Hall

Reaseheath students bring festive flower power to Arley Hall

Reaseheath College students in Nantwich have brought a touch of festive flower joy to Cheshire’s Arley Hall this Christmas.

The floristry students transformed the hall into a floral wonderland, showcasing their artistry as part of Arley Hall’s beloved Christmas floral festival.

December 29, 2024
Calveley Academy spreads festive cheer with charity Elf Run

Calveley Academy spreads festive cheer with charity Elf Run

Calveley Primary Academy near Nantwich was full of festive fun and generosity when pupils took part in a fundraising “Elf Run”.

The event was a huge success, with an impressive £1,322 raised for St Luke’s Hospice.

December 23, 2024
Nantwich girl chops off hair to raise money for cancer charity

Nantwich girl chops off hair to raise money for cancer charity

A young Nantwich girl had her long locks chopped off to raise money for a cancer charity.

Big-hearted Aria Ruiz, a pupil at Highfields Primary, wanted to do something in aid of The Little Princess Trust.

December 22, 2024
Reaseheath College hails T Levels as “transformative”

Reaseheath College hails T Levels as “transformative”

Reaseheath College in Nantwich has hailed its offering of T Levels as “transformative”.

“T Levels Week” in December aimed to highlight the importance of T Levels in bridging the gap between education and industry.

December 16, 2024
Stapeley pupil, aged 9, wins MP Christmas Card competition

Stapeley pupil, aged 9, wins MP Christmas Card competition

A young Stapeley pupil has been chosen ahead of more than 270 entries to win MP Connor Naismith’s Christmas card competition.

Oliver Kostic, aged nine, a pupil at Stapeley Broad Lane primary school, will now see his design posted off to the Prime Minister as well as other MPs and dignitaries.

December 4, 2024
Nantwich RDA wins star backing for ‘Horse of Hope’ crowdfunding appeal

Nantwich RDA wins star backing for ‘Horse of Hope’ crowdfunding appeal

TV star Martin Clunes is backing Nantwich & District Riding for the Disabled’s new crowdfunding campaign to purchase a ‘Horse of Hope’ and specialist equipment.

The Doc Martin actor, who is President of the British Horse Society, has thrown his weight behind the fundraising drive to replace Patrick – a well-loved and trusty steed now retired from the charity after five years of service.

December 1, 2024
RSPCA appeal after dead dog’s body found on Nantwich school field

RSPCA appeal after dead dog’s body found on Nantwich school field

WARNING – Story contains details and images some may find distressing

The RSPCA has launched an appeal after a dead dog was found on the playing field of Malbank School in Nantwich.

The grim discovery of an emaciated, female mastiff was made by a local man walking along a nearby footpath.

November 22, 2024