Bruton School for Girls has been selected as an Eco-Schools’ Ambassadors for 2013 – 2015. The school is one of only 11 nationwide to have been chosen for the role, and the only educational establishment to achieve the accolade in the South West. Eco-Schools is an international award programme that guides schools on their sustainable journey, providing a simple framework to help make sustainability an integral part of school life. Full Story: Read More
Sherborne schoolgirl climbs Mount Kilimanjaro for charity
A 17-year-old student from Sherborne Girls in Dorset has raised almost £5,000 for the charity Regain by climbing to Mount Kilimanjaro. Ella Mountbatten endured gale-force winds and temperatures of minus 15C during her six-day climb, along with her father, cousin and friend. “It was exhilarating to make it to the top and touch the sign, and thrilling that I was the first person in our group of 27 climbers to reach Uhuru Peak at 5,895m. I can now say I climbed to the top of the highest free-standing mountain in the world!” Full Story: Read More
Help for Dorset communities to tap into Neighbourhood Planning cash
Dorset Community Action is ready to help communities across Dorset to tap into the £9.5m funding pot launched by the Government on May 1st for Neighbourhood Plans. Neighbourhood Planning enables communities to shape the future of their area, within certain limits. Residents can decide on where they want new homes and shops to be built and what they want them to look like. Full Story: Read More