NHS Advises Five-Day Exclusion for Children with Common Illnesses Tuesday, January 6, 2026 nhs children school illness chickenpox infection guidance parents absence viruses As millions of children return to school after the Christmas holidays, many parents face the challenge of managing common winter illnesses that their children might have caught at home. With colder weather increasing the risk … Read More
‘Aggressive’ Driver Mounts Pavement, Almost Hits Students After Overtaking Cars and School Bus Friday, December 19, 2025 dangerousdriving school gloucestershire overtaking pavement police students traffic safety incident A driver narrowly avoided a serious accident after mounting the pavement to overtake cars and a school bus outside St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Nympsfield, Gloucestershire. The incident, described by police as … Read More
Drop in Birth Rate Prompts Proposal to Delay New School at The Steadings in Cirencester Saturday, December 6, 2025 birthrate development school cirencester bathurst cotswold education planning housing infrastructure Bathurst Development Limited (BDL), the primary developer behind The Steadings, a 2,350-home development on the southern edge of Cirencester, has submitted a request to Cotswold District Council to revise the timing for … Read More
Controversy Erupts Over Proposal to Occupy 1,000 Homes Before New School is Built in Cirencester Wednesday, November 26, 2025 cirencester bathurst development housing school infrastructure opposition planning community education The Bathurst Estate’s proposal to increase the number of homes allowed to be occupied before the construction of a new primary school has sparked significant opposition in Cirencester. Bathurst Development Limited (BDL) has … Read More
Gloucestershire’s Newest Pupils Shine in Adorable First Day of School Photos Saturday, November 15, 2025 gloucestershire school pupils firstday education children students classroom milestone community Gloucestershire’s newest pupils have embarked on an exciting journey as they start their first day of school. Parents and teachers alike have shared heartwarming photos showcasing the eager smiles, colorful backpacks, and … Read More
School Taxi Contracts Accused of ‘Ripping Off’ County Friday, October 31, 2025 school taxi contracts county council overcharging budget transportation services accountability sport Concerns have been raised over school taxi contracts, with accusations that companies have been overcharging and exploiting the county council for years. Critics argue that these service providers have enjoyed favorable terms … Read More