HERE is Passmores Academy’s monthly video news bulletin for March and April. In this latest edition, news anchors Rachel and Ava take us through a wide range of activities including: Year 11 Photography Trip to London. Year 10 and 11 Trip to Paris Passmores Got…

A NEW report recommends the expansion of cadets forces across schools in Britain. Permission to Expand sets out the case for scaling up the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) in state schools as part of a wider mission to rebuild pride, purpose and belonging among young…

A NUMBER of Harlow school pupils took part in a series of challenges and courses as part of challenges developed by the Essex Boys and Girls Club. Recently they held a special presentation evening at Harlow Cricket Club. The special guest was Deputy Lord Lieutenant…

PUPILS in Harlow are set to benefit from essential maintenance fixes being rolled out inschools across the country thanks to the Labour government, with up to £78.4 million beinginvested in schools across the East of England, through the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF). Children at Henry…

WELCOME to Kumon Old Harlow. They are dedicated to helping students achieve academic excellence through personalised learning in Math and English. They aim to boost students’ confidence and develop their study skills. What is the Kumon method? At the heart of our method is the…

ESSEX Music Services with members of the London Musical Theatre Orchestra present a day of music making for Harlow Schools. Parents of participating schools are welcome to come along to watch the free workshop performance 3pm – 3.30pm. Click below for more details. https://playhouseharlow.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873655773

PUBLIC funding for level 7 apprenticeships will be removed for people aged 22 and older from January 2026, the government has confirmed reports FE Weekly. From the new year, employers will only be able to use the apprenticeship levy to fund the master’s level courses…

A BRAND-new, part-time teacher training course, aimed at luring into teaching those who already have a job or career, but who need more flexibility in changing career, has been launched by the University of Hertfordshire. The new course comes 80 years to the very month…

STUDENTS from Hertfordshire Law School (HLS) have conducted a unique initiative aimed at helping prisoners to understand the parole system. Two groups of four undergraduate and postgraduate law students have carried out three first-of-their-kind workshops with expert oversight from academics and the support of a…

AN unforgettable moment in every young person’s life was made even more magical as local charity Rainbow Services hosted a heartwarming Prom Giveaway Event, helping local young people find the outfit of their dreams—completely free of charge. Thanks to funding from Love Essex, prom style…

A PROGRAMME to help residents find jobs, change careers or progress at work will launch in June. £4.1 million has been secured by Essex County Council to deliver Skills Bootcamps in Greater Essex. Around 1,350 residents of Greater Essex will benefit when the places are…

NINE new Lead Schools appointed to Greater Essex Music Hub as part of Arts Council England Initiative. The Lead Schools will work on a variety of musical projects and activities to inspire and engage children and young people. They will also offer support to other…

STEWARDS Academy students were incredibly lucky to participate in the National Theatre’s schools matinee scheme and have the opportunity to see ‘Dear England’ in April 2025. Thirty-five students and staff, travelled to London to watch the show on a sunny April day. Prior to the…

FOLLOWING a concern raised by Newhall Primary Academy and local residents, on Tuesday 20 May, Harlow’s Children and Young Persons officers, along with the Community Safety Engagement Officer, carried out foot patrols around the school and surrounding Newhall area. They engaged with students and their…