<![CDATA[ACE Schools News Feed - Latest News]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D3%26amp%3Bnid%3D1 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Fri, 14 Jun 2024 11:16:26 GMT Fri, 14 Jun 2024 11:16:26 GMT <![CDATA[ A visit from The Zone - Youth Enquiry Service ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=75 ACE North Hill Mental Health Awareness Week Session by The Zone

]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2024 11:16:26 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=75 <![CDATA[ Gaming Design Workshop with Access Creative College ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=74 A selection of our students had a great time taking part in a recent Gaming Design workshop.

]]> Tue, 6 Feb 2024 11:06:29 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=74 <![CDATA[ Theatre Trip to Metamorphosis ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=73 Last month, staff at ACE Bretonside, attended a production of ‘Metamorphosis’ with two students studying for their Bronze Arts Award.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:06:56 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=73 <![CDATA[ Preparing for Adulthood Conference ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=72 Staff from our ACE Dover Road base took a number of students on a trip to visit the Preparing for Adulthood conference at the Guildhall in Plymouth last month.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 11:55:22 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=72 <![CDATA[ GCSE Results and Careers Advice ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=71 By Rachel Illingworth 

]]> Wed, 6 Sep 2023 13:25:01 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=71 <![CDATA[ World Book Day 2023 ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=70 We had lots of things going on across sites...

]]> Fri, 17 Mar 2023 13:42:33 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=70 <![CDATA[ Primary Update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=69 By S Dodds ~ Provision Lead 

]]> Fri, 3 Mar 2023 12:38:14 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=69 <![CDATA[ Exeter News ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=68 By S Dodds ~ Provision Lead 

]]> Fri, 3 Mar 2023 12:37:13 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=68 <![CDATA[ North Hill Update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=67 By S Dodds ~ Provision Lead 

]]> Fri, 3 Mar 2023 12:36:00 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=67 <![CDATA[ ACE Pastoral Lead Champions Positive Mental Health Through Golf ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=66 💬 Talking about mental health isn't always easy... On #TimeToTalkDay, hear from

@GolfHipster who explains the importance of golf and mental health. ❤️

]]> Fri, 3 Feb 2023 09:54:50 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=66 <![CDATA[ Maths Department Update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=65 By HoD Mrs. Gladstone-Smith

]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2023 15:06:01 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=65 <![CDATA[ Goodbye Mr Bindon ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=64 Thank you so much for your hard work and support 

]]> Tue, 3 Jan 2023 10:06:58 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=64 <![CDATA[ New Improved School Premises for ACE in Cornwall ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=62 ACE Schools in Cornwall, part of Transforming Futures Trust, have moved to new bases in Bodmin and Redruth

]]> Fri, 2 Dec 2022 13:06:03 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=62 <![CDATA[ Cornwall Update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=61 Work Experience By Mark Austin

]]> Fri, 25 Nov 2022 09:46:13 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=61 <![CDATA[ English Department Update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=60 By HoD English, Miss Richards

]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:02:26 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=60 <![CDATA[ PE Update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=59 Written by Mr. Clift 

]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2022 08:56:25 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=59 <![CDATA[ Black History Month ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=58 October is Black History Month. For over thirty years it has annually shone a spotlight on often overlooked historical events and people, celebrating the achievements of black people, the significance of black history and its contribution to British culture.

]]> Mon, 3 Oct 2022 11:37:32 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=58 <![CDATA[ Headteachers update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=57 Welcome back

]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2022 10:00:22 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=57 <![CDATA[ HM Queen Elizabeth II ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=56 Ace Schools join people around the world in mourning the loss of HM Queen Elizabeth II.

]]> Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:08:41 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=56 <![CDATA[ End of Term letter ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=54 As this year draws to a close, I would like to sincerely thank everyone for the continued support that you have provided in light of the challenges that COVID has presented once again. In many respects this year for our young people has been particularly difficult with the COVID rates in the spring leading to unprecedented levels of staff absence in the teams that support your children at their respective bases.

]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2022 09:48:30 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=54 <![CDATA[ News from Cornwall ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=53 Catch up on the latest news from our Cornish bases.  

]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2022 11:12:48 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=53 <![CDATA[ Prospective Staff Open Days ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=52 ACE Schools in Exeter, part of Transforming Futures Trust, who provide educational services across Devon and Cornwall, has launched a campaign to encourage people to think about how they can help young people in their community.

]]> Fri, 24 Jun 2022 08:13:13 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=52 <![CDATA[ Matthew Barnes, CEO - Blog ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=51 Tue, 7 Jun 2022 13:33:15 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=51 <![CDATA[ Transforming Futures Trust welcome new report on Alternative schools Provision ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=50 Transforming Futures Trust, who provide educational services across Devon and Cornwall, has welcomed the publication of the Alternative Provision Quality Toolkit for 2022, published by the IntegratED partnership.

]]> Wed, 11 May 2022 13:57:31 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=50 <![CDATA[ Devonport Energy Visit ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=48 Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:28:33 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=48 <![CDATA[ Being a Learning Mentor at ACE ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=47 Many people think that they can’t change career.  That once you have embarked on a path it’s tough to change.  Well maybe.  But in fact if you want to change and use your transferable skills and experience to support children in Devon, there are opportunities. 

Learning Mentors can make a huge difference to young people in a range of ways and never was that more true than for the team of Learning Mentors at ACE Schools, part of Transforming Futures Trust.

]]> Mon, 11 Apr 2022 20:51:06 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=47 <![CDATA[ The Spring Term ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=46 As the end of this term draws to a close it seems that COVID has continued to dominate much of our work and the lives of our families at ACE. We have seen unprecedented staff levels of positive cases, certainly the highest since the start of the pandemic and as a result would like to take the opportunity to thank all of our staff, families and pupils for their unrelenting support through this.

]]> Fri, 8 Apr 2022 09:37:50 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=46 <![CDATA[ Science Week Update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=45 Have a look at some of the images of our students exploring the theme GROWTH over National Science week at our Bretonside base.

]]> Mon, 21 Mar 2022 19:12:50 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=45 <![CDATA[ What is Fake News? ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=44 Find out more below and in the attached guide at the bottom of the page.

]]> Thu, 17 Mar 2022 09:49:21 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=44 <![CDATA[ ACE Schools Graffiti Project ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=43 Students at this inner-city school have been brightening up the outside of their building, taking inspiration from local street artists. ]]> Fri, 11 Mar 2022 14:01:00 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=43 <![CDATA[ ACE Schools Celebrate World Book Day! ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=42 Staff and students at ACE Schools celebrated World Book Day last week. ]]> Fri, 11 Mar 2022 12:49:00 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=42 <![CDATA[ ACE Vocational Learning ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=41 Currently at ACE schools Plymouth we are continuing to provide our students with opportunities of Vocational Learning at a number of centres across the city. These providers have worked with ACE for over 10 years and these relationships improve year on year to benefit our students.

]]> Wed, 9 Mar 2022 11:26:01 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=41 <![CDATA[ Did you Celebrate Pi Day on 14th March? ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=40 Pi or 𝜋 is a fascinating number! ]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2022 12:48:19 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=40 <![CDATA[ Science week is coming! ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=39 Science week is coming on the 11th of March to the 20th of March 2022. ]]> Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:08:10 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=39 <![CDATA[ Health and Welfare News ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=38 News from across our sites

]]> Mon, 7 Feb 2022 09:52:46 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=38 <![CDATA[ ACE Rewards scheme ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=37 Since September we’ve been preparing to launch 2 new initiatives across ACE Schools.

]]> Wed, 2 Feb 2022 09:50:20 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=37 <![CDATA[ Trampoline season ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=36 Trampoline opportunities are coming. 

]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:54:39 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=36 <![CDATA[ County Lines ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=35 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 09:54:02 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=35 <![CDATA[ End of term ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=34 End of term round up from Mr Bindon, Headteacher.

]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2021 09:28:57 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=34 <![CDATA[ Bretonside Litterpick ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=33 Our Bretonside students have been helping to keep the local environment clean during their LOTC sessions. 

]]> Wed, 8 Dec 2021 10:46:37 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=33 <![CDATA[ Design & Technology Department ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=32 3D Printing ]]> Fri, 26 Nov 2021 11:14:29 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=32 <![CDATA[ ACE countdown to Christmas ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=31 Here we are at the beginning of the run up to Christmas in what has been a challenging year for everyone. Lots to look forward to over the next four weeks.

]]> Fri, 19 Nov 2021 17:49:01 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=31 <![CDATA[ Update from the Director of Public Health ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=30 Office of the Director of Public Health

]]> Tue, 9 Nov 2021 09:57:31 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=30 <![CDATA[ Headteacher update term 1 ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=29 End of term update

]]> Mon, 18 Oct 2021 17:31:54 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=29 <![CDATA[ Flu Vaccinations ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=28 Flu Nasal Spray Vaccination  -  Year R  through Year 11

]]> Mon, 13 Sep 2021 13:37:08 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=28 <![CDATA[ “Overcoming” course offered to parents at Ace Schools ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=27 ACE Schools in Plymouth, part of Transforming Futures Trust, is offering a course for parents to help them to support their children’s anxieties.

]]> Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:54:27 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=27 <![CDATA[ Careers and Employability Update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=26 by R Bertram (Careers Lead)

]]> Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:06:46 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=26 <![CDATA[ Faye, 7, raises £1150 for hospital and school ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=25 Faye, 7, has raised £1150 for the school and play specialists at Derriford Hospital, part of the education service provided by ACE Schools part of Transforming Futures Trust

]]> Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:05:18 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=25 <![CDATA[ PASS Survey Update ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=24 By Mr Morahan 

]]> Mon, 21 Jun 2021 11:39:05 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=24 <![CDATA[ Half-termly Update from Headteacher ]]> https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=23 By Mr Bindon (HT)

]]> Mon, 14 Jun 2021 11:41:19 GMT https://www.aceschools.transformingfutures.org.uk/news/?pid=3&nid=1&storyid=23