Lou Brimble

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Woodland at Firbeck Academy inspires children to think about the jungle

"Our outdoor spaces became a magical jungle for the day and helped our children to develop a deeper and fun-filled understanding of their topic.” Teacher Lindsey Johnstone

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Cotgrave Candleby Lane school children explore life without electricity

“I learnt that it would be harder to cook and stay warm without electricity - but it is possible!” Bethany Leggett Year 4

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Firbeck Academy use yoga to reduce stress and anxiety in pupils

“Yoga is very good for you and helps you stretch your core which is a really important strength for health and fitness,” Harlem Carthy-Lewis, age 10.

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Kind friends from Mansfield donate their hair to The Little Princess Trust

“It is a really fabulous thing for them to do, especially at a young age, -both of them are extremely brave." Bev Nita of Samworth Church Academy

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Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy hold drive-by graduation for year 6 leavers!

"I am feeling a bit upset because I have really loved this school. I have such a lot of happy memories here." Abbie Bradford

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Mapplewells Primary and Nursery School recognised with game awards

“…the support we have received from parents has been phenomenal.” Grant Worthington, Head Teacher.

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Children at Burntstump Seely C of E Academy gifted new instruments

“We send a big thank you to Mr Watts and all our friends at Carlton Male Voice Choir.” Heather Gabb, Head Teacher

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Nottingham sisters donate lockdown pocket money to save animal charity

"My Dad told us about the dog shelter running out of money and we were sad."

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Students speak up to save Edwalton Primary School farm

Established in 1972, it is now England’s only school with both a working farm and a 3 acre woodland.

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Peafield Lane Academy teachers create amazing video invite to Year 6 leavers day

After watching the video pupil Sophie Hossack said: “My mum couldn’t talk after she saw it. She had tears in her eyes!”

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Burntstump Seely C of E Academy pupils enjoy magical new woodland area

“We plan to continue making it a truly magical space for children, and one in which they are excited to learn.” Ellis Atkinson, Early Years Teacher

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Children in Nuthall learn to make maths fun with toys at home

Children have been using toys and household objects to help them solve maths problems and homework whilst Horsendale Primary School remains shut.