Education

THE William Palmer Theatre Company from Grays, Essex were successful at the first Regional Final of the 2020 Jack Petchey Perfect Pitch competition held at Broadway Theatre, Barking on Sunday 12th January.

DEVELOP your techniques and dance your way to a healthier lifestyle under the expert eye of Thurrock Adult Community College's highly experienced and terrifically talented tap tutor!

THE college’s supported internship scheme has gained the nomination. The programme is aimed at students who have additional needs and are ready for the world of work.

A PRIMARY school is to fine parents who are late to pick up their children reports the BBC.

ESSEX Police have launched a pilot scheme in Thurrock to help safeguard children who witness domestic abuse at home.

AN exciting new range of Cake Decorating and Sugarcraft evening courses are now available to book at your local adult community college in Grays. Last places now booking for the Beginners course starting on Tuesday 21 January with Edible Gifts (Confectionary) and Easter Egg Making classes due to start in March.

SOUTH Essex College is introducing an important levy pledge in 2020 to strengthen the local economy and help small businesses plug their skills gaps by hiring apprentices.

ARTHUR Bugler primary school have been nominated for a Civic Award but they need your help.

DO you find it difficult to stay positive when you are constantly worrying about your child? A new, free, course for parents/carers at Thurrock Adult Community College in Grays will help you deal with the stresses and strains of modern parenting in a rapidly changing world. This Wednesday evening course starts on 22 January from 7.30pm to 9.30pm for six weeks.

THE start of a new year represents a fresh start for many. For us here at Grays Convent High School it means a different kind of fresh start as we launch our brand new website.

SOUTH Essex College will be introducing a new teaching apprenticeship, meaning aspiring teachers can learn on the job and become qualified without obtaining a degree first.

ORMISTON Park Academy in Aveley has today announced the appointment of a new Principal, Mr Mark Roessler.

ESSEX Council for voluntary youth services (the independent voice for voluntary youth services in Essex) is asking hundreds of young people their views to help tackle violence and vulnerability in Essex.

A SCHOOL in Stanford-le-Hope is to get a major expansion that will boost pupil numbers by more than 200.

THURROCK Adult Community College, in Grays, has launched an exciting new range of daytime and evening classes for adults to do something different and learn a new skill.