Thursday, 04 December 2008

Learning - November 08

Learning cover - Nov 08 Included in this edition: Paralympics star Libby Clegg: 'I used to skip homework sessions because I trained every days after classes'; Freedom to play, no batteries required; Beating the odds to graduate; Crossing borders with webcams and class swaps

Give your child the best start

Nursery school photo Choosing the right nursery education for your child can seem like a daunting task. It may be one of the first experiences your child has of learning outside your home. Don't worry - all you need to know is here

Pre-school latest

All systems go for new rural nursery

KC shankhill2 When Rebecca, Rosa and Charlotte started at nursery this autumn it wasn’t just an exciting day for the little girls and their parents – it was also a cause of celebration for everyone in the area.

Ofsted reports for schools

Good, bad, indifferent. In special measures, out of special measures. You'll find Ofsted inspections reports for schools across north and west Cumbria here.

'Helping to create University of Cumbria was my career high'

Chris Carr photo Professor Christopher Carr says nothing in his long career has compared to helping create Cumbria’s own university as he announced his retirement this week

Special reports

Beware of bogus qualifications

For many years colleges and universities have been keen to ensure that further and higher education is open to all.

Were they the days of your life?

Mortar board photo Was your time at school forgettable or a memorable period that's stayed with you for life? Tell us here

Top teachers, tutors and lecturers

Diane Bell photo Tell us all about those teachers, tutors or lecturers who were an inspiration to you at school, college or university

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