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English Trip to Avoncroft Museum of Historical Buildings

Recently the English department took a group of NCW students to visit the Avoncroft Museum of Historical Buildings. The group had a great day soaking up the history of the site and appreciating the different buildings.  Mr Hinds (Head of English)  has written the following article on their visist.

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Have you heard ‘Digging with Dove’?

Green-fingered NCW student Lawson, has not only created the most marvellous allotment within the grounds of the college but has also launched a weekly gardening podcast!   From top tips of how to deal with pests, to when the best time to water your vegetables

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Two classrooms refurbished thanks to the Vinchel Foundation

We are thrilled that thanks to the Vinchel Foundation, two classrooms have been refurbished this term. The RE room and one of the English rooms have had a fabulous transformation. Students and staff are enjoying learning and teaching in spaces that have been designed around accessibility and vision impairment needs. 

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Year 9 Residential Trip

Speedboats, jetty jumping, rock climbing, waterfalls and canoeing…just a few of the activities Year 9 recently conquered on their 4-day residential trip to The Outward Bound Trust Centre in  Aberdovey.

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