Latest Communications
Week of: 1 June 2026 - 7 June 2026
New RISE Reception Network launches in Devon and Dorset
Reception teachers, leaders and Early Years professionals across Devon are invited to join a new professional network designed to support collaboration and share best practice. The RISE Reception Network, led by Broadclyst Community Primary School, has recently been established following the school’s designation as a Lead School for Devon and Dorset. The network aims to Continue reading →
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2 June 2026Purpose
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Navigating PE and school sport in a changing landscape
Schools across Devon are invited to explore how PE, school sport and physical activity are evolving, with a focus on supporting all pupils to thrive. Active Devon, alongside PE Scholar and local schools, is hosting a conference designed to equip education staff with practical strategies, updates and insights to respond to a rapidly changing landscape. Continue reading →
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2 June 2026Purpose
Trade Union Representative – Facilities Time in School Settings
We have now published a Recognition and Facilities agreement for the Education Unions NEU, NAHT and NASIWT (applicable to school based staff on teachers terms and conditions) and at the end of 2025 published our Corporate equivalent for GMB, Unison and Unite (applicable to support staff in schools). A copy of these documents can be Continue reading →
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2 June 2026Purpose
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Closure of Shaugh Prior Primary School
Following completion of the statutory process on a proposal to close Shaugh Prior Primary School, Devon County Council’s Cabinet met on 20 May 2026 to consider the proposal. With sadness, the Cabinet approved the proposal to close Shaugh Prior Primary School from 31 August 2026. Whilst there is a presumption against the closure of rural Continue reading →
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2 June 2026Purpose
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