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Ely Tigers Rugby Club Secures Major Partnership with Pocock & Shaw – Home Ground to Be Renamed ‘Pocock & Shaw Park’

Ely Tigers Rugby Club is thrilled to announce an exciting new chapter in its history with local property experts Pocock & Shaw signing on as the club’s main partner in a multi-year sponsorship agreement. As part of the partnership, the club’s home ground will now proudly be known as Pocock & Shaw Park under exclusive …

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Sponsor Ely Crusaders U9s Blue – A Powerful Local Business Promotion Opportunity

Ely Crusaders Under 9s Blue are looking for a local business to become our official sponsor for the next two seasons. If you want to increase brand awareness, reach new customers and support grassroots football, this is an unmissable opportunity. We’re seeking £1,000 per season to cover new kit and essential equipment. In return, your business logo will be featured on …

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Ely College’s OLIVER! Delights Audiences with Three Sold-Out Performances

Ely College wowed audiences with three sold-out performances of Oliver! on the 15th, 16th, and 17th of January. After months of hard work, the talented cast and crew transformed Needham’s Hall into a stunning stage for Lionel Bart’s beloved musical. A West End-Worthy Production Principal Simon Warburton praised the students, calling the show “worthy of …

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Inter Primary School Tag Rugby Tournament

Eight teams of year 5 and 6 students from six schools in the East Cambridgeshire district took part in a mixed Tag Rugby tournament organised by ActivePlay Education on Thursday, November 28th,2024. Although it was a frosty start to the morning, the pitch at Ely Outdoor Sports Association soon thawed and with Young Leaders from …

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A Smashing Success: 10is Academy’s First Monthly Family Tennis Event

10is Academy kicked off its series of monthly family events with a fun-filled day of tennis, laughter, and family bonding. The inaugural Autumn Tennis Harvest event, held this September, was a fantastic success, bringing families together to enjoy tennis-themed games and activities in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. With games like Pumpkin Smash and the Corn Maze Rally, participants of all …

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Ely College Celebrates Impressive GCSE Achievements

Ely College, part of Meridian Trust, is celebrating another year of exceptional GCSE results, with students and staff reflecting on a fantastic set of achievements. Principal Simon Warburton expressed his pride, saying: “We are delighted with the results of our Year 11 cohort, who approached their studies with incredible maturity and dedication. They deserve to …

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Bishop Laney Sixth Form students and staff celebrate Post-16 success

Students at Bishop Laney Sixth Form, part of Meridian Trust, have achieved a fantastic set of Post-16 results this year. Adam Steels, Head of Bishop Laney Sixth Form, said: “I am so very pleased for all our students, whether heading to university, into employment or onto further study through apprenticeships. They should all be proud …

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King’s Ely students’ excellent A-Level results

King’s Ely students are celebrating a superb set of A-Level results today (August 15th), with almost half of all grades achieved being A*-A.    The vast majority of our 95-strong Year 13 cohort have once again secured places at their first-choice universities and institutions, not just in the UK, but across the globe. This year, a …

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Ely College awarded prestigious national ‘Centre of Excellence’ award for Oracy

Staff at Ely College, part of Meridian Trust, are proud to have received a coveted Oracy Centre of Excellence award from the national oracy charity, Voice 21, for their work in developing students’ speaking and listening skills.  Voice 21 works with more than 1000 schools nationally, and Ely College was one of only 24 to …

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Babylon ARTS and Highfield Littleport Academy Celebrate Nature, Art and Creative Collaboration!

On Thursday 6th June, Babylon ARTS and Highfield Littleport Academy celebrated the culmination of a large ongoing creative project, made possible by funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. This event showcased the creative work completed by the students and artists involved, while also offering further creative activities and reflectionon the project. In 2023 Babylon …

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Councillors vote to make playgrounds in East Cambridgeshire more inclusive

Councillors have agreed the first step towards making playgrounds in East Cambridgeshire more inclusive for all children and young people. They unanimously agreed a cross-party motion at Thursday’s Full Council meeting (23 May 2024), which recognises the essential role of play in child development. The motion also highlighted the importance of creating opportunities for outdoor …

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King’s Ely student triumphant in 2024 Young Organists’ Competition

A skillful musician at King’s Ely is celebrating success in a national competition. Thomas Strudwick, who is in Year 10 at King’s Ely Senior, has been crowned the ‘Intermediate Class’ winner of this year’s Young Organists’ Competition. The contest is organised by the School Organists’ Association, which was launched in 2020 to support organists and …

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Years 5 & 6 Inter School QuickSticks Hockey Tournament

Five teams from Fordham Primary School, Isle of Ely Primary School and Littleport Community Primary School took part in a Years 5 & 6 QuickSticks Hockey tournament on Friday 10th May.  Organized by ActivePlay Education, the tournament was held on the astro pitch at Ely Outdoor Sports Association and the teams played 15 minute games …

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Photography Competition Victory Continues for King’s Ely!

Eleven King’s Ely photography students had their images shortlisted in an international competition – two of whom proceeded to be crowned category winners. Hundreds of photographers from across the globe entered this year’s ‘Beyond the Frame’ competition, which is organised annually by Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) and Canon to celebrate the creativity and …

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Surging Success – Ely Swimming Club Weekend Triumphs and Achievements

The Newmarket Masters event fielded a team of 11 competitors from Ely, all of whom won medals. The team members ranged in age from 17 to 62.  Despite the diversity in age, each competitor demonstrated a shared love for the sport, showcasing the enduring appeal and inclusivity of swimming as a lifelong activity.   A team …

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Ely Barracudas Dominates Cambridge Spring Open with 91 Medals

The Cambridge Spring Open Swim Meet held over the weekend of 23rd and 24th March was a resounding success. Team Ely emerged as a dominant force, clinching an impressive total of 91 medals, 190 personal best and 11 regional times from the team of 48 swimmers. Among the notable athletes, the Clarke Siblings, 14 year …

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Annual Ely College Science Festival caps off a busy week of trips, PLEDGES and much more!

British Science Week (8th -17th March) is an exciting time for students and teachers alike, as it provides a special platform to showcase the wonders of science and its many connections to our daily lives. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, this year’s British Science Week theme was ‘TIME’. Ely College have been ‘maximising the minutes’, packing in …

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All-Round Triumph as Ely College Delves into Brecht’s ‘Caucasian Chalk Circle’!

On Thursday 7th and Friday 8th March, Needham’s Hall was transformed into a theatre-in-the-round for Ely College’s enthralling production of ‘The Caucasian Chalk Circle’ by Bertolt Brecht. Both shows brought the audiences to their feet for two unforgettable evenings that celebrated the joy of live and immersive theatre. The play follows the character, Grusha, a …

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King’s Ely Instrumentalists of the Year are announced!

Talented musicians Lauren Booth and Julian Mak have been crowned King’s Ely’s 2024 Instrumentalists of the Year.  Students in Years 9 to 13 spent weeks battling it out in a series of heats, all vying for a place at the school’s annual Instrumental Festival Finalists’ Concert, which was held in Ely Cathedral’s beautiful South Transept. …

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Ely Air Cadet Yarn Bombers on target for The Longest Day

Ely’s Air Cadets are no strangers to venturing into new and interesting activities but even our staff were pleasantly surprised at just how enthusiastically the cadets took to crocheting Poppies for a huge 3D yarn bombing work of art “The Longest Yarn” to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of The Longest Day of the Second World …

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East Cambridgeshire Schools’ Art Exhibition 2024 Award Winners Announced

The annual East Cambridgeshire Schools’ Art Exhibition is now open at Babylon Gallery. On Wednesday 7th February Babylon ARTS held a prize giving ceremony, in which the winners were announced, with prizes awarded that were generously funded by Tindalls Ltd. Ely Hereward Rotary Club and Anglia Ruskin University. Babylon ARTS is hosting the East Cambridgeshire …

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Swimming Success at County Championships!

City of Ely Swimming Club might be small but it fought hard over two weekends at the Cambridgeshire County Championships. Ely took twenty swimmers who met the qualifying times to Cambridge and despite fierce competition from other clubs, Ely showcased their strength and determination, securing a commendable third place overall. Adding to the excitement of …

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Apprenticeships thriving in East Cambridgeshire

Businesses across East Cambridgeshire are being encouraged to consider the benefits of apprenticeships as part of the council’s drive to mark Apprenticeship Week (5th February to 11th February) The number of young people enrolled on apprenticeships in East Cambridgeshire is one of the highest levels across the county, with 11.4% of 18-year-olds enrolled. But currently, …

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Lucy Frazer Attends Soham Town Rangers U16 Girls Training to Discuss Local Sport and Physical Activity with Living Sport

Lucy Frazer attended Soham Town Rangers U16 Girls training session to meet the team and to discuss with Living Sport wider sport and physical activity within our local area. Living Sport is an independent charity focused on improving the health, happiness, and wellbeing of the people of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. They work collaboratively with partners …

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ATCL Diploma for skilful King’s Ely pianist 

A young musician at King’s Ely has achieved her Associate of Trinity College London (ATCL) Diploma in piano. The ATCL is equivalent in standard to the first-year recital of an undergraduate degree, but King’s Ely Sixth Form student, Sayuri Okunushi, has earned hers, aged just 18. Trinity Performance Diplomas are the organisation’s most advanced performance …

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Soham Village College GCSE Results 2023

Students from Soham Village College are celebrating their GCSE results. Notable performances were made by students of all abilities including Jason Angove; Thomas Assheton; William Botcher; Ella Brown; Logan Bye; Sarah Cross; Danny Dean; Tabitha Dyer-Stephens; Freddie Emms; Elsie May Enrico; Madison Ford; Emily Franklin; Finley Froment; Callum Hardy; Louise Hardy; Noah Jewkes; Leah Johnson; …

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Gaming wall plugged in at Littleport Youth and Community Centre

A giant interactive gaming wall, designed to provide positive fun activities, has been installed at the new Youth and Community Centre in Littleport. The wall is 2.5 metres high and 4 metres wide and incorporates a number of fun games and sporting activities all designed to help people get fit, encourage teamwork, and improve co-ordination and movement. A laptop, or …

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King’s Ely Students Celebrate Fantastic A-Level Results

Hardworking King’s Ely students have once again achieved places at their first-choice universities and institutions having gained a stellar set of A-Level grades.   Teachers and staff at King’s Ely Sixth Form are especially proud of the Year 13 cohort’s results, since COVID measures during their GCSE year meant that it was their first time sitting …

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Bishop Laney Sixth Form Students Celebrate Post-16 Success

Students at Bishop Laney Sixth Form, part of Meridian Trust, have achieved a fantastic set of Post-16 results this year. Adam Steels, Head of Bishop Laney Sixth Form, said: “We are delighted with these results which reflect the continued growth and success of Bishop Laney Sixth Form. These results mean our students are completing their …

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Celebrating Success at Swim England Age Group Nationals – City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club

City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club Member Oliver Davey was invited to Swim England Nationals as one of the top competitors in the 50m Freestyle in the 14-year-old age group. This was the first time at nationals for Oli and he swam brilliantly in the heats to achieve a personal best time of 25.77 which …

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City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club National Open Water Success

An excellent swim at the regional open water competition saw seventeen-year-old Daniel Kendall qualify for the National Age Group Open Water Swimming Championship for the first time.  This event was held on Saturday 29th July 2023 at Rother Valley Country Park, Sheffield, where Daniel swam in the 5km race. It was a cool and windy …

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King’s Ely pupils’ creative talents shine in ‘A Festival of Music and Dance’

From Prep School violinists to Sixth Form ballroom dancers, ‘A Festival of Music and Dance’ certainly showcased why King’s Ely is internationally renowned for its creative approach to education. More than one hundred musicians and dancers, from Year 4 at King’s Ely Prep through to Year 13 at King’s Ely Sixth Form, starred in the …

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Captivating Victories and Remarkable Performances at the 10is Race Finals

10is Academy hosted an exciting day of tennis as participants and families eagerly gathered for the highly anticipated 10is Race Finals. The event took place at the picturesque King’s Ely and featured seven thrilling competitions that showcased the talent and dedication of the young athletes. The day kicked off with the 9 and Under competition, …

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Ely College students attend Royal Henley Regatta

A party of 11 young rowers from Ely College were invited by the Henley Stewards to participate in the Row-Past celebrations on the River Thames as part of the Final Day of the Royal Henley Regatta, Sunday 2nd July. These included the quad pictured, comprising (l-r) Josh Le Gresley, Edward Marygold, Marcus Elliott, Jamie Barrett …

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Haddenham Parish Council
Awarded Funding to Provide New Football Facilities

People living in the Haddenham area are set to benefit from fresh investment into local football facilities thanks to a £503,292 grant from the Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation. This investment will enable Haddenham Parish Council to provide new grass pitches, a pavilion, car park and access road at Newtown Road, Haddenham. …

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Charity Walk – 15 Year Anniversary for The Malcolm Wales Foundation

The Malcolm Whales Foundation was created following the death of Malcolm Whales in 2008. In 2009 the first ‘Dorset Walk’ was launched with 30 students from Ely College walking 40 miles along the Jurassic Coast. The group managed to raise £6,000. It was, however, the experience and the sense of achievement that set the seed …

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Enrollment Night for Ely’s New Recruits

On Thursday evening, 22nd June, 1094 (City of Ely) Squadron enrolled its latest intake of recruits. Twenty cadets were enrolled in a ceremony conducted by the Squadron and Wing Padre, The Reverend Allan Jesson, witnessed by the cadet’s proud parents and other family members. Our Commanding Officer, Flight Lieutenant J Donoghue RAFAC, delivered the commencement …

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Ely College hosts Aspirational Rowing event at Cambridge University Boat House to inspire its students and other local schools.

Over the past three years, Ely College has been fostering a robust connection with the world of rowing, building a firm alliance with the local Isle of Ely Rowing Club (IOERC). This partnership has provided students with first-hand rowing experience on the River Ouse and established an ongoing pathway for those wishing to join the …

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New Principal Appointed at Lantern Community Primary School

Anthony Aguda has been appointed as the new Headteacher at Lantern Community Primary School, part of Meridian Trust.  Anthony, who took up his new position earlier this term, has joined the team at Lantern Community Primary School with a wealth of experience in the education sector. After completing a four-year combined Biology and QTS degree, …

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First Lantern Summer Fair Since Pandemic Promises Affordable Fun

Roll up, roll up! The Lantern Summer Fair is back for the first time since the pandemic – and it’s promising to be a fantastic afternoon for the whole community! Bouncy castles, face painting and a performance by the Ely Hero Award-winning Lane Academy are all on the agenda, as well as numerous games and …

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Highfield Friends and Parents Association Fundraiser

The Highfield Friends and Parents Association (HFPA) is a registered charity, whose purpose is to raise funds to support the pupils at Highfield Academy in Ely, both in terms of their education, personal development and wellbeing. The Committee is made up of just 8 Parents. Highfield is a local Special Educational Needs School covering Ely …

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King’s Ely duo on fine form in British Biology Olympiad

Two King’s Ely Sixth Form students are celebrating success in an international Science competition. Barclay Greenway and Georgia Gordon, who are both in Year 13 and studying Biology at A-Level, have achieved Silver and Highly Commended, respectively, in this year’s British Biology Olympiad (BBO). More than 13,000 students from 800 schools worldwide participated in the …

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Success at East Regionals Long Course Swimming Championships 2023 for City of Ely ASC

City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club competed in the recent Swim England East Region Long Course Championships over three weekends in April and May.  The championships were held in both Norwich and Luton at the 50m pools.  This year, the club had an amazing nine athletes qualify, they were Jorja Atkinson, Josh Black, Megan Clarke, …

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King’s Coronation Poetry Competition Winners Announced

Three fabulous poems by young people in East Cambridgeshire have been selected to help East Cambridgeshire District Council celebrate King Charles III’s Coronation.  The Council ran a poetry competition over the Easter Holidays, with under 18s being asked to compile an illustrated poem entitled “If I were King Charles for the day.”  Oscar Ritchie, aged …

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Winning streak continues for King’s Ely Photography Department!

A King’s Ely student has had her creativity and photography skills celebrated in not one but two awards ceremonies. Ella Martin, who is in Year 11 at King’s Ely Senior, has been Highly Commended in this year’s Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA) Supporting Excellence Awards.  Ella’s achievement is in the ‘Khadija Saye Photography Award’ category, which …

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Ely Arts Festival Promises a Jam Packed 2 Weeks in June!

Ely Arts Festival is delighted to share the 2023 festival line up!  We’re delighted to present the Ely Arts Festival 2023! We have a jam packed couple of weeks with lots of exciting events to enjoy for all the community! There’s lots of free events including 2 of our highlights with our family day full …

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GVL Great Little Giveaway: Supporters of Highfields Littleport Academy (SOHLA)

This term some of our students at Highfield Littleport Academy started 1-1 guitar lessons. Their teacher Penni, has built strong relationships with the students and has followed their individual interests to help them have lessons that are engaging and great fun. The class teachers have been so impressed by the progress that the students have …

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Ninja Dash a Hit at Ely Primary School

Children from the Lantern Community Primary School got to put their stealth and speed to the test during the school’s first ever ‘Lantern Ninja Dash’ yesterday (May 3rd). The fun-filled challenge, organised by Friends of the Lantern School (FOTLS), included jumping over straw bales, crawling under a cargo net, navigating tyres and weaving in between …

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Isle of Ely School Celebrates another ‘Good’ Ofsted

Isle of Ely Primary School, which is part of The Active Learning Trust, has received another ‘Good’ rating following a recent inspection from Ofsted.  The school was inspected on March 7th to 8th 2023, where inspectors found no change to the school’s overall judgement – a rating it has proudly held since 2017.  The report celebrated …

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King’s Ely golfer qualifies for Faldo Series Junior Tour Grand Final

King’s Ely Sixth Form student and skilful golfer, Paul Collington, has driven his way to victory in the eminent Faldo Series Junior Tour.  Paul, who is in Year 13, beat 152 of the UK’s most able junior players in the competition, which was held at Brocket Hall in Hertfordshire, from April 3rd to 5th. Paul …

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Creative King’s Ely pupil is a cut above the rest in London Fashion Design Contest

An artistic King’s Ely student has been crowned a winner in a national fashion design competition. Eleanor (Nell) Kittoe, who is in Year 11 at King’s Ely Senior, was awarded first place in the ‘Eveningwear Teenage’ category of the 2023 Stitch Festival Dressmaking Competition, with her exquisite jacket, pictured. Nell was one of nine GCSE …

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King’s Ely Rowing Community Clocks Up 620,000 Metres and £3,000 in Gruelling 24-hour Charity Challenge

Rowers at King’s Ely had their fitness and stamina tested to a whole new level – all in the name of charity. A taxing 24-hour Ergothon was held in school to raise money and awareness for the Tearfund charity’s relief efforts for people impacted by the Turkey-Syria Earthquake, and for King’s Ely Boat Club’s fundraising …

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King’s Ely Triumphant in Photography Competition for Fifth Year Running

Creativity and passion have resulted in a King’s Ely Sixth Form student snapping her way to victory in a prestigious photography competition. Jessica Harding, 18, has been crowned the International Winner of the ‘2023 ILFORD PHOTO Student Photographer of the Year Competition’, beating hundreds of young photographers from across the world with her poignant black …

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King’s Coronation Poetry Competition Launched for Young People

Young people across East Cambridgeshire are being given the opportunity to write a poem to help celebrate King Charles III’s Coronation. The competition is being run by East Cambridgeshire District Council over the Easter Holidays, with under 18s being asked to compile an illustrated poem entitled “If I were King Charles for the day.” Twenty …

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Downham Feoffees Primary Academy – Celebrates World Book Day

World Book Day was a big success at Downham Feoffees Primary Academy (DFPA) yesterday and this special event saw a huge range of wonderful costumes from the children’s favourite books.  From Reception to Year 6, the school (which is part of Meridian Trust) had Matildas, Dumbledores, Christmasauruses and everything in between! The children delighted in …

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City of Ely Amateur Swimming Club Excels at Cambridgeshire County Championships 2023

Over two weekends in January and February the counties’ top swimmers gathered in Cambridge to compete at the 2023 Cambridgeshire County Championships. Twenty one swimmers achieved the qualifying times and competed in the individual events, where City of Ely ASC finished 3rd out of all the clubs in Cambridgeshire. The swimmers achieved excellent results with exceptional performances …

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King’s Ely musician awarded Scholarship at reputable London Conservatoire

A talented King’s Ely student has secured a place at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Lauren Peck, who is in Year 13 at King’s Ely Sixth Form, has been awarded a Scholarship to study BMus (Hons) – Classical Saxophone at the London conservatoire in September 2023. She also received offers of a …

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Killer performances from Ely College students who blow the roof off their ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ whole-school musical

The new January term saw Ely College students take to the stage in their version of the B-moviesque dark comedy ‘The Little Shop of Horrors’. With audiences laughing and applauding the energised and talented company, these students laid on an impressive array of musical delights with familiar hits like ‘Somewhere That’s Green’ and ‘Feed Me …

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Ely College secures £2960 ‘Love Rowing’ grant to build on their successful ‘Chance to Row’ programme.

In partnership with the Isle of Ely Rowing Club (IOERC), Ely College is pleased to announce that it has been successful in securing just under three thousand pounds of funding to continue and extend the reach of its successful rowing programmes. Building on the successes of the last three years which has seen over 250 …

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James goes for Gold

On Thursday – our last parade night of 2022- Flight Sergeant James Munday was presented with his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award badge. James first joined the Squadron in October 2017 and has taken every opportunity available to him fully engaging across the whole breadth of the cadet experience. Since joining, James threw himself into …

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