5
Sep
Uniform boost thanks to NHS workers
Dozens of Middlesbrough children will start school this week with smart new uniforms – thanks to kind-hearted NHS workers. Staff from Secure Inpatient Services (SIS) at Tees, Esk and Wear…
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5
Sep
Headteacher praises school community following fire
The headteacher of Brougham Primary School has paid tribute to everyone following the fire to the school nursery during the summer holidays. The nursery and pre-school area suffered significant damage…
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4
Sep
Tees Valley Mayor impressed with new-look school library
Tees Valley Mayor impressed with new-look school library Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen has given his seal of approval to a new school library. Children at Sunnyside Academy in Coulby…
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17
Jul
National recognition for Forest School initiative
A Hartlepool primary school is celebrating after receiving national recognition for its commitment to nature and protecting the environment. Brougham Primary School has achieved ‘Young Tree Champion National Beacon School…
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11
Jul
School is judged to be ‘Good’ in all areas
School is judged to be ‘Good’ in all areas A Middlesbrough primary school has been judged to be ‘good’ in all areas following a recent Ofsted inspection. Four inspectors visited…
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8
Jul
Schools create teaching apprenticeships
A group of schools across Teesside is creating apprenticeship opportunities to enable teaching assistants to become fully qualified teachers. Ad Astra Academy Trust, which has eight primary schools under its…
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7
Jul
Ad Astra Trust Dividend Video
Ad Astra’s 2023 Trust Dividend video which was launched at the Festival of Education on the 3rd July 2023.
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7
Jul
Olympic gold medalist inspires Teesside teachers
Five-times Olympic gold medallist Sir Steve Redgrave CBE sailed into Teesside this week to help inspire teachers and education bosses. The most successful British rower in Olympic history was Guest…
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29
Jun
Double success for Stockton primary school
Two pupils at a Stockton-on-Tees school have scooped major national awards in a public speaking competition. Janna Oyedeji and Preston Earl of Rosebrook Primary School both won individual categories in…
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22
Jun
Schoolchildren mark Refugee Week
Pupils at a Teesside primary School have created a special exhibition and learning space to mark Refugee Week (19-25 June). It is the fifth successive year that Crooksbarn Primary School…
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21
Jun
Double success for Stockton primary school
Two pupils at a Stockton-on-Tees school have scooped major national awards in a public speaking competition. Janna Oyedeji and Preston Earl of Rosebrook Primary School both won individual categories in…
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13
Jun
Minister impressed with Hartlepool Primary School
A government minister has praised a Hartlepool primary school following a recent fact-finding mission. Baroness Diana Barran MBE, the government’s Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department for Education…
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5
Jun
Primary school applauded for parental links
A Teesside primary school has received high acclaim for its commitment to involving parents in the day-to-day activities of the school. Rosebrook Primary School in Stockton-on-Tees has landed the prestigious…
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21
Mar
Schools come together to spark climate action
A group of Teesside primary schools will come together this Friday (24 March) to play their part in tackling climate change. The schools – which are all part of the…
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17
Mar
Primary school children planning for the future
Children as young as seven at a Teesside primary school are already starting to think about what kind of jobs they would like to pursue in the future. Sunnyside Academy…
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7
Mar
Hartlepool School Launches Tree Project
Pupils at a Hartlepool primary school have embarked on a tree and hedgerow planting initiative to help protect the environment. Brougham Primary School has been accepted onto The Tree Council’s…
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20
Dec
School Award in memory of leading businessman
School award in memory of leading businessman A group of schools across Teesside has launched an annual award in memory of a leading local businessman. Ad Astra Academy Trust, which…
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29
Nov
Primary school hosts roadshow bus
A Middlesbrough primary school has teamed up with the leading charity for deaf children and young people to host a roadshow bus event. Sunnyside Academy in Coulby Newham joined forces…
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16
Nov
Celebrating the Stars in our Schools
A Hartlepool primary school and UNISON have joined forces to recognise the fantastic work undertaken by school support staff. ‘Stars in our Schools’ is an annual UK-wide celebration, co-ordinated by…
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4
Nov
School helps parents with cost-of-living crisis
A primary school in Middlesbrough is opening its doors to parents to help them cope with rising living costs. Ayresome Primary School, in the heart of Middlesbrough, is set to…
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19
Oct
National recognition for Hartlepool primary school
A Hartlepool primary school has been granted the prestigious Centre of Excellence status for its commitment to inclusion. West View Primary School in Hartlepool is one of only 240 schools…
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5
Oct
School strikes gold for sporting prowess
A Hartlepool primary school has landed a gold award for its commitment to school games and physical activity. Brougham Primary School – one of eight primary schools under the umbrella…
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9
Sep
Ad Astra Academy Trust mourns the death of her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II
Ad Astra Academy Trust mourns the death of her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. We are thankful for her service to this country and we offer our sincere condolences to the…
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5
Sep
School issues appeal after vandalism attack
A Hartlepool primary school has issued an appeal to the local community for support after a recent vandalism attack. It follows a recent incident when youngsters got onto the roof…
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23
Jul
School is beacon of success
Rosebrook primary school is celebrating after receiving national recognition for its commitment to nature and protecting the environment. Rosebrook is one of only 18 primary schools in the country to…
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4
Jul
Eddie the Eagle lands in Teesside to inspire local schools
A famous Olympic ski jumper and celebrity landed in Teesside this week (Monday 4 July) to help inspire teachers and education bosses. Michael David Edwards, better known as ‘Eddie the…
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25
May
Ad Astra Schools’ Sing Project
As part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, the schools within our trust have joined together to sing one of our Queen’s favourite songs. We hope you enjoy it!
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12
May
Hartlepool primary school strikes gold
A primary school in Hartlepool is celebrating after landing a gold award for its commitment to promoting arts and cultural activities throughout the school. Barnard Grove Primary School recently received…
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26
Apr
Middlesbrough Mayor welcomes new headteacher
The Mayor of Middlesbrough has welcomed the appointment of a new headteacher at the largest primary school in central Middlesbrough. Charlotte Haylock, previously an Executive Headteacher within Ad Astra Academy…
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13
Apr
New Headteacher for Primary School
A new headteacher had been appointed at one of the largest primary schools in Hartlepool. Lauren Furness has taken over the reigns at West View Primary School following a period…
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24
Mar
School Trust continues to grow
One of the North-East’s most successful academy trusts is set to add a further primary school to its portfolio. Sunnyside Academy in Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough will join Ad Astra Academy…
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