Sunday, 01 August 2010

New £23 million cash blow for Cumbria university

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The University of Cumbria has suffered a fresh £23 million cash blow with news that the North West Development Agency is withdrawing its pledge of future support as it tries to save £52m. (2 comments)

Learning - June 2010

Learning front cover - June 2010 In this edition: Testing times - strategies to get you through school exams; Laura's designs on a future career; Standing up for young people's rights; Culture at the art of the community

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

Dressing to impress before moving on up

andy goschengrad1 University graduations are traditionally formal affairs full of pomp and ceremony, official events to mark the successful completion of an undergraduate’s degree course.

Education in video

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Primary school latest

Outdoor stage for Carlisle primary school

A courtyard in the grounds of a Carlisle primary school could be transformed thanks to the imagination of its pupils.

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.

HE FE and work

Top apprentice award for Carlisle College student

Mike Braithwaite photo A Carlisle College student who is following his father into the family business has won a top apprenticeship award.

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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