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From #climate to #coding: Camborne Academy welcomes the Curriculum & Assessment Review!
Focusing on financial literacy, digital skills, oracy & sustainability, preparing students for a fast-changing world.
"These skills aren’t extras, they’re essentials." – Principal Mrs Haase
Focusing on financial literacy, digital skills, oracy & sustainability, preparing students for a fast-changing world.
"These skills aren’t extras, they’re essentials." – Principal Mrs Haase
November 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
So proud of our students from Bideford College & CSIA who met PM Keir Starmer & Ed Miliband at 10 Downing St
PM: “Now more than ever, we must invest in the next generation.”
#CSIA #BidefordCollege #COP30 #Proud
PM: “Now more than ever, we must invest in the next generation.”
#CSIA #BidefordCollege #COP30 #Proud
November 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
So proud of our students from Bideford College & CSIA who met PM Keir Starmer & Ed Miliband at 10 Downing St
PM: “Now more than ever, we must invest in the next generation.”
#CSIA #BidefordCollege #COP30 #Proud
PM: “Now more than ever, we must invest in the next generation.”
#CSIA #BidefordCollege #COP30 #Proud
#PoolAcademy students are fundraising for a 2026 Kenya trip, helping build classrooms, improve access to clean water & support wildlife conservation. Join their Christmas Market on Fri 28 Nov, 5–8pm for festive fun & community spirit. #Fundraising #Community #Kenya2026
November 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
#PoolAcademy students are fundraising for a 2026 Kenya trip, helping build classrooms, improve access to clean water & support wildlife conservation. Join their Christmas Market on Fri 28 Nov, 5–8pm for festive fun & community spirit. #Fundraising #Community #Kenya2026
Former Launceston College student and Royal Navy Officer, Hannah, returned to inspire our Year 7s as part of our #ILoveMyJob series! Her journey embodies our values, encouraging students to explore their ambitions and believe in what’s possible. #LauncestonCollege
October 30, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Former Launceston College student and Royal Navy Officer, Hannah, returned to inspire our Year 7s as part of our #ILoveMyJob series! Her journey embodies our values, encouraging students to explore their ambitions and believe in what’s possible. #LauncestonCollege
Bideford College welcomed acclaimed authors Chris Vick, Luke Palmer & Simon James Green this term as part of the Appledore Book Festival! Students explored storytelling, comedy & social themes through inspiring workshops. #BidefordCollege #AppledoreBookFest #LoveReading
October 29, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Bideford College welcomed acclaimed authors Chris Vick, Luke Palmer & Simon James Green this term as part of the Appledore Book Festival! Students explored storytelling, comedy & social themes through inspiring workshops. #BidefordCollege #AppledoreBookFest #LoveReading
Exciting news for Bideford College! Year 8 student William has just signed with Plymouth Argyle! He and his dad have been putting in the extra work at the Astro Pitch and Moreton Park to make this happen. Amazing dedication, William!
#BidefordCollege #PlymouthArgyle #FutureStar
#BidefordCollege #PlymouthArgyle #FutureStar
October 28, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Exciting news for Bideford College! Year 8 student William has just signed with Plymouth Argyle! He and his dad have been putting in the extra work at the Astro Pitch and Moreton Park to make this happen. Amazing dedication, William!
#BidefordCollege #PlymouthArgyle #FutureStar
#BidefordCollege #PlymouthArgyle #FutureStar
Ian Roome MP visited The Ilfracombe Academy this term, meeting students and staff, seeing lessons in action, and discussing initiatives like our corrective reading programme and local bus fare challenges. Collaboration continues to support students & families.
October 27, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Ian Roome MP visited The Ilfracombe Academy this term, meeting students and staff, seeing lessons in action, and discussing initiatives like our corrective reading programme and local bus fare challenges. Collaboration continues to support students & families.
Super Saturdays at Launceston College give Year 6 pupils a taste of secondary school life! From PE & sports to science & design tech, these sessions build confidence, spark curiosity, and ease the transition to Year 7. #LauncestonCollege #TransitionToSecondary
October 24, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Super Saturdays at Launceston College give Year 6 pupils a taste of secondary school life! From PE & sports to science & design tech, these sessions build confidence, spark curiosity, and ease the transition to Year 7. #LauncestonCollege #TransitionToSecondary
Bideford College welcomes its largest sixth form cohort in over a decade! The newly refurbished Kingsley building offers modern study spaces, café-style seating, and enhanced facilities. Outstanding A-level & BTEC results highlight student success. #BidefordCollege
October 23, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Bideford College welcomes its largest sixth form cohort in over a decade! The newly refurbished Kingsley building offers modern study spaces, café-style seating, and enhanced facilities. Outstanding A-level & BTEC results highlight student success. #BidefordCollege
Applications are open for Launceston College’s Elite Sports Academies 2026! Partnering with Cornish Pirates & Plymouth Argyle, students get expert coaching, training & competitions. Free transport available for Bude & Holsworthy areas.
October 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Applications are open for Launceston College’s Elite Sports Academies 2026! Partnering with Cornish Pirates & Plymouth Argyle, students get expert coaching, training & competitions. Free transport available for Bude & Holsworthy areas.
Pool Academy +Plus offers purposeful extracurricular opportunities, from sports and creative arts to Health & Nutrition and targeted Year 11 revision sessions. Students develop skills, confidence, and lifelong learning habits beyond the classroom. #PoolAcademy
October 21, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Pool Academy +Plus offers purposeful extracurricular opportunities, from sports and creative arts to Health & Nutrition and targeted Year 11 revision sessions. Students develop skills, confidence, and lifelong learning habits beyond the classroom. #PoolAcademy
Exciting news from Pool Academy! The art department welcomes ceramic artist & designer Lynda Southworth as Artist in Residence. In partnership with Leach Pottery, this marks a new era for creativity, ceramics & hands-on learning. #ArtEducation
October 20, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Exciting news from Pool Academy! The art department welcomes ceramic artist & designer Lynda Southworth as Artist in Residence. In partnership with Leach Pottery, this marks a new era for creativity, ceramics & hands-on learning. #ArtEducation
Pupils, staff & families at Altarnun Primary, celebrated a joyful Harvest Festival filled with music, performances & generosity — collecting donations for Launceston Food Bank. 💛 Huge thanks to all who supported! #Community #HarvestFestival
October 17, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Pupils, staff & families at Altarnun Primary, celebrated a joyful Harvest Festival filled with music, performances & generosity — collecting donations for Launceston Food Bank. 💛 Huge thanks to all who supported! #Community #HarvestFestival
Year 10 & 11 students from Camborne Science & International have had an unforgettable week in Winnipeg, Canada — joining local lessons, exploring sustainability at the Global Youth Challenge, and building global connections through hands-on learning. #GlobalLearning
October 16, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Year 10 & 11 students from Camborne Science & International have had an unforgettable week in Winnipeg, Canada — joining local lessons, exploring sustainability at the Global Youth Challenge, and building global connections through hands-on learning. #GlobalLearning
Starbooks Club at Pool Academy is in full swing! From books to board games, it’s a space to unwind, grow ideas & expand the brain. Reading sparks imagination & builds friendships. #PoolAcademy #StarbooksClub
September 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Starbooks Club at Pool Academy is in full swing! From books to board games, it’s a space to unwind, grow ideas & expand the brain. Reading sparks imagination & builds friendships. #PoolAcademy #StarbooksClub
A huge well done to some of our talented pupils at Launceston College who have successfully achieved their individual music exam awards this year! Your hard work, dedication, and passion for music have truly paid off — congratulations to you all! #LauncestonCollege #MusicSuccess
September 11, 2025 at 7:59 AM
A huge well done to some of our talented pupils at Launceston College who have successfully achieved their individual music exam awards this year! Your hard work, dedication, and passion for music have truly paid off — congratulations to you all! #LauncestonCollege #MusicSuccess
Over the summer, students had a fantastic time at Go Active Cornwall’s Summer Club, hosted at Launceston Primary School! From fun activities to new friendships, it was a brilliant way to keep active and engaged during the holidays. #LauncestonPrimary #GoActiveCornwall
September 10, 2025 at 8:12 AM
Over the summer, students had a fantastic time at Go Active Cornwall’s Summer Club, hosted at Launceston Primary School! From fun activities to new friendships, it was a brilliant way to keep active and engaged during the holidays. #LauncestonPrimary #GoActiveCornwall
Last week we celebrated a remarkable milestone — Tanja Swan’s 30 years of service! Her dedication & expertise have been the pillar of our financial resilience, supporting leaders to focus on what matters most — our students. 🌟
September 9, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Last week we celebrated a remarkable milestone — Tanja Swan’s 30 years of service! Her dedication & expertise have been the pillar of our financial resilience, supporting leaders to focus on what matters most — our students. 🌟
Celebrating #NationalLiteracyDay
At Athena Learning Trust, literacy is a key part of learning. Our Tutor Reading Programme gives every student the chance to enjoy high-quality texts, building confidence, curiosity & a love of reading. #TutorReadingProgramme
At Athena Learning Trust, literacy is a key part of learning. Our Tutor Reading Programme gives every student the chance to enjoy high-quality texts, building confidence, curiosity & a love of reading. #TutorReadingProgramme
September 8, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Celebrating #NationalLiteracyDay
At Athena Learning Trust, literacy is a key part of learning. Our Tutor Reading Programme gives every student the chance to enjoy high-quality texts, building confidence, curiosity & a love of reading. #TutorReadingProgramme
At Athena Learning Trust, literacy is a key part of learning. Our Tutor Reading Programme gives every student the chance to enjoy high-quality texts, building confidence, curiosity & a love of reading. #TutorReadingProgramme
The new school year has started with plenty of excitement!
Altarnun Primary’s Class 2 have kicked off their term by diving into Harry Potter! 📚✨ A day filled with curiosity, teamwork, and fun.
Altarnun Primary’s Class 2 have kicked off their term by diving into Harry Potter! 📚✨ A day filled with curiosity, teamwork, and fun.
September 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The new school year has started with plenty of excitement!
Altarnun Primary’s Class 2 have kicked off their term by diving into Harry Potter! 📚✨ A day filled with curiosity, teamwork, and fun.
Altarnun Primary’s Class 2 have kicked off their term by diving into Harry Potter! 📚✨ A day filled with curiosity, teamwork, and fun.
Recently, CSIA students took part in workshops with Barnardo’s & Devon & Cornwall Police on safeguarding & healthy relationships—helping them make informed, respectful choices.
#CSIA #PreparationForLife
#CSIA #PreparationForLife
July 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Recently, CSIA students took part in workshops with Barnardo’s & Devon & Cornwall Police on safeguarding & healthy relationships—helping them make informed, respectful choices.
#CSIA #PreparationForLife
#CSIA #PreparationForLife
Have you seen our latest Padlet? Stay up to date with all things governance across the Trust here: www.athenalearningtrust.uk/g... #Governance #AthenaLearningTrust
July 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Have you seen our latest Padlet? Stay up to date with all things governance across the Trust here: www.athenalearningtrust.uk/g... #Governance #AthenaLearningTrust
Congratulations to Yr 6 pupils at Egloskerry (82%) & Altarnun (64%) for beating the national SATs average! With 36% achieving greater depth in reading & 91% reaching expected maths at Egloskerry, the results reflect ambition, care & responsibility #SATsSuccess #AthenaExcellence
July 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Congratulations to Yr 6 pupils at Egloskerry (82%) & Altarnun (64%) for beating the national SATs average! With 36% achieving greater depth in reading & 91% reaching expected maths at Egloskerry, the results reflect ambition, care & responsibility #SATsSuccess #AthenaExcellence
Students in Years 7–9 at Launceston College enjoyed Adventurous Learning Week, with over 25 epic experiences on offer! From Paris & Disney to surfing, coding, cookery & The Da Vinci Code challenge. Inspiring ambition, kindness & independence #AdventurousLearningWeek #Enrichment
July 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Students in Years 7–9 at Launceston College enjoyed Adventurous Learning Week, with over 25 epic experiences on offer! From Paris & Disney to surfing, coding, cookery & The Da Vinci Code challenge. Inspiring ambition, kindness & independence #AdventurousLearningWeek #Enrichment
Yesterday marked our first Athena English Teacher Conference!
English teachers from across our Trust came together to: Watch great lessons, practise teaching & share ideas. We left inspired, energised & united in our mission to help every student succeed. #AlwaysLearningTogether
English teachers from across our Trust came together to: Watch great lessons, practise teaching & share ideas. We left inspired, energised & united in our mission to help every student succeed. #AlwaysLearningTogether
July 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Yesterday marked our first Athena English Teacher Conference!
English teachers from across our Trust came together to: Watch great lessons, practise teaching & share ideas. We left inspired, energised & united in our mission to help every student succeed. #AlwaysLearningTogether
English teachers from across our Trust came together to: Watch great lessons, practise teaching & share ideas. We left inspired, energised & united in our mission to help every student succeed. #AlwaysLearningTogether