Education

Inspiring next generation with the magic of science

sciencekidsextra Youngsters from across West Cumbria were shown the fun side of science last week at an event organised by the University of Cumbria.

Last updated 9 February 2012
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Firefighter hopefuls learn about apprentice scheme

fireday1002Kyle Budding firefighters were given a taste of life in local fire stations on Wednesday as part of National Apprenticeship Week.

Last updated 9 February 2012
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Students will rock you

rockyoufront0302 Wrapped around her minion, Heather Bradshaw urges Jack Pike to go out and bring back those who will destroy her empire.

Last updated 2 February 2012
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Fare to West Cumbrian school costs just £1

lortonbus 1301 A West Cumbrian primary school has slashed the cost of bus fares for youngsters to encourage more pupils to join.

Last updated 12 January 2012
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West Cumbrian primary pupils get lessons in Latin

latinlessons1301 Youngsters at Distington Community School are being taught Latin.

Last updated 12 January 2012
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Kids shed light on energy-saving idea

fairfieldlights1301 A group of Cockermouth youngsters have persuaded the town council to turn on the town’s Christmas lights 30 minutes later in 2012 to save energy.

Last updated 12 January 2012
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Cockermouth School pupil wins New York scholarship

Sarah-Jayne Taylorson A Cockermouth School student has won a place at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York.

Last updated 5 January 2012
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Contract awarded to build new construction centre at Lillyhall

Lake College construction skills centre A contractor has been chosen to design and build a new multi-million pound construction skills centre at Lakes College, Lillyhall. (1 comment)

Last updated 5 January 2012
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Pupils in Workington collect food for the community

joefood 2312 A Workington school has become a food bank collecting point to help people in the local community.

Last updated 22 December 2011
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Nursery nativity helps Cockermouth flood fund

Strawberry How Nursery in Cockermouth held its nativity to raise money for the town’s flood defences fund.

Last updated 22 December 2011
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West Cumbria council says ‘you’re hired’ to apprentices

apprenticegraduateJames Allerdale council has taken on four new apprentices and a graduate to encourage other businesses to support young people. (1 comment)