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Your chance to get off the rollercoaster of unemployment
BEING unemployed can involve a dispiriting rollercoaster of courses, interviews and knock-backs. But that needn’t always be the case, says Dianne Richardson, the manager of Whitehaven Business & Education Centre, and the proof is in the number of success stories Dianne and her colleagues have helped create.
Last updated 15 March 2010
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Pupils talk to MP about future plans
A BRIDGE across the Duddon Estuary, leisure facilities and education were all debated when Copeland’s MP took part in a Question Time-style event.
Last updated 10 March 2010
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Jobs scheme is also good news for bosses
A £2 MILLION University of Cumbria scheme aimed at creating 145 graduate jobs in the region has received a new injection of cash.
Last updated 4 March 2010
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Ballot called for boycott of Sats test
HUNDREDS of teachers across Cumbria will be balloted on whether to boycott the national tests for 11-year-olds this summer.
Last updated 4 March 2010
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New head appointed for Academy
A NEW principal has been appointed for West Lakes Academy, in Egremont.
Last updated 4 March 2010
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Students quiz government minister about resources
STUDENTS have quizzed a government official about resources at West Lakes Academy.
Last updated 4 March 2010
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'Stepping stones' plan for GCSEs
PUPILS across Cumbria struggling to reach GCSE standard will be given more personalised teaching following a Government cash injection.
Last updated 4 March 2010
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Youngsters play safe at station
YOUNGSTERS were given the chance to use a fire hose and try out prison cells as part of a campaign to keep them safe.
Last updated 3 March 2010
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'Stepping stone' plan for GCSE learning
PUPILS across Cumbria struggling to reach GCSE standard will be given more personalised teaching following a Government cash injection.
Last updated 25 February 2010
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What a healthy approach to life
PUPILS from Year 4 at St Patrick's RC Primary School took part in the Health Fun and Fitness Day the school had with Lynsey Smith from Moor Active which is part of North Country Leasure.
Last updated 25 February 2010
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Helping you make vital decision on your child’s future
A PRE-SCHOOL can be one of the first experiences your child has of learning outside your home – but choosing the right setting can seem like a daunting task.
Last updated 24 February 2010
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More help for children excluded from school
A SCHOOL for excluded children needs to introduce new measures to provide better support to help pupils back into mainstream education, according to county education chiefs.
Last updated 17 February 2010
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Open door to University
A DROP-IN session for anyone interested in finding out more about the Open University will be held at Millom Library tomorrow (Friday).
Last updated 17 February 2010
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Hard work adds up to medal win
YOUNGSTERS have been working hard to gain awards for their Kumon Maths and English skills.
Last updated 11 February 2010
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Council’s academy visit faces a delay
PLANNERS will visit West Lakes Academy in Egremont before deciding whether to give their backing to a revamp of the site.
Last updated 11 February 2010
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Children thrive and progress well
FRIZINGTON Nursery is a good school with some outstanding features, government inspectors have found.
Last updated 3 February 2010
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Top marks for nursery – again
CLEATOR Moor Nursery School is celebrating after achieving another glowing report from Ofsted inspectors.
Last updated 3 February 2010
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Academy site visit
PLANNERS are to visit West Lakes Academy in Egremont before deciding whether to give their backing to a revamp of the site.
Last updated 3 February 2010
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Moira’s Swann song
THE woman in charge of Cumbria’s schools is to leave her job this summer.
Last updated 3 February 2010
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Teachers to be balloted over tests for 11-year-olds
HUNDREDS of Cumbrian primary school head teachers are expected to be among thousands balloted by two leading teaching unions campaigning for an end to national tests for 11-year-olds.
Last updated 27 January 2010
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