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Little Thurrock Primary rated “Inadequate” by Ofsted after safeguarding and management concerns

LITTLE Thurrock Primary School has received an Inadequate rating following a recent Ofsted inspection.

South Essex College and PROCAT merge

South Essex College and Prospects College of Advanced Technology (PROCAT) are pleased to announce the merger of the two organisations. EFFECTIVE from today (Friday 1...

Thurrock Adult Community College offer exciting daytime courses

THURROCK Adult Community College is offering three exciting new daytime courses for adults with a learning difficulty and/or disability that can improve wellbeing, social interaction and confidence. Spaces available on Music, drama and work skills courses - learn in a calm and supportive environment at this accessible college in Grays.

Find your voice with creative writing school in Grays

IT'S National Storytelling Week! Do you have a story in you? Adults can learn about short story creative writing techniques on a brand new evening course at Thurrock Adult Community College, in Grays.

Ormiston Park Academy launch Science Club at Aveley Primary

THE Science team at Ormiston Park Academy, in Aveley, were delighted to launch their new Science Club at local Aveley Primary School.

Hathaway Academy praised by Ofsted

GOVERNMENT inspectors Ofsted have praised Hathaway Academy but questioned The watchdog conducted what is termed as a short inspection in December, the first visit...

Would you like to meditate at Thurrock Adult Community College?

THURROCK Adult Community College offers meditation courses, Wednesdays at 2pm in Grays, with classes for both beginners and those who wish to broaden their knowledge and experience of different meditation techniques, taught by a highly experienced and friendly tutor.

South Essex College students get taste of Asia with masterclass

HOSPITALITY and catering students at South Essex College’s Thurrock campus took part in a culinary masterclass delivered by a leading industry professional.

Thurrock students work with Royal Opera House and Firstsite Gallery

ROYAL Opera House Thurrock Trailblazer schools have welcomed a variety of artists from Colchester's Firstsite gallery over the past months to teach students about different art forms and techniques.

Education: Thurrock’s school for alternative provision praised by Ofsted

OFSTED inspectors visited the academy in Tilbury on 4th and 5th December 2018 and graded the academy as "Good" in all areas. The new...

Gable Hall school cancel rap workshop after parents fears over Drill music

GABLE HALL school in Corringham has cancelled a rap workshop at the school after concerns were expressed by parents over Drill music. On Friday, the...

Thurrock Adult Community College offers IT skills

THURROCK Adult Community College offer subsidised, low-cost IT and Digital Skills courses at their centre in Grays, thanks to funding from the ESFA. Workshops and short courses are available this term for both beginners and those looking to learn advanced skills.

Ofsted new rating system could be good news for Thurrock schools

A SCHOOL in a tough area which has great teachers and a great curriculum could be rated outstanding from September, even if pupils' results are mediocre, says Ofsted.

Former Harris Academy head is off to the Co-op

THE Co-op Academy Trust has appointed Chris Tomlinson as its new chief executive to replace Frank Norris, who steps down this summer.

Thurrock pupils could be shipped to Romford to help to ease secondary school place crisis

AN academy school in Romford has offered to give Thurrock a helping hand after it was revealed the borough is facing a significant shortage of secondary school places.

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