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Two students in Tanzania getting education paid for thanks to parents at popular Shropshire school

03 May 2019

by Rebecca Dutton

Two students in Tanzania are getting their education paid for – thanks to parents at a Shropshire school. Ellesmere College Parents Society (ECPS) has committed to sponsoring Lomnyaki Ezekiel Laibunye and Estomil Issaya Lekundayo to the sum of £125 a year throughout their six year senior schooling in the African nation. ECPS have made a donation to the Monduli Green […]

Shropshire students volunteer to help homeless charity

29 Apr 2019

by Rebecca Dutton

A group of Shropshire students have travelled to Manchester to deliver vital supplies for homeless people. Six dedicated volunteers from Ellesmere College Sixth Form travelled to St Anselm Hall at the University of Manchester to deliver over 1,000 items donated by students, parents and staff. The initiative was organised by teacher of Chemistry and Assistant Housemaster at Ellesmere College, Martin […]

Ellesmere College students dominate at Shropshire music competition

27 Apr 2019

by Rebecca Dutton

Students from Ellesmere College have taken 24 first place prizes at a Shropshire music competition. They dominated the popular Oswestry Music Festival with 16 first place positions for soloists and a further eight for ensembles. The festival, organised by Oswestry Town Council, showcases the best young musicians and gives them the chance to receive valuable feedback designed to support their […]

Ellesmere’s equestrian team show excellence at competition

21 Apr 2019

by Rebecca Dutton

The equestrian team at Ellesmere College are jumping for joy after a student won her class at a high profile qualifying competition. Harriet Otter competed in the NSEA County Qualifiers at the Inter School Show and won the Individual County Qualifier Class. The year 10 pupil and her horse Annie took first place against some stiff competition with a series […]

Talented musician receives scholarship at Shropshire College

20 Apr 2019

by Rebecca Dutton

A 17-year-old a classically trained soprano has landed a music scholarship at a prestigious Shropshire College. Sixth Form student Rhian Jones was presented with the Walker Music Scholarship at Ellesmere College after a private performance of three songs in the College’s Chapel. The scholarship was created by Tom and Margaret Walker as a thank you for the education of their […]

Shropshire teacher shortlisted in prestigious essay writing competition

23 Jun 2018

by Dani Wozencroft

The Head of Modern Languages at a leading Shropshire college has been shortlisted for the final of a prestigious international essay writing competition. Christina Westwood, of Ellesmere College, is one of just five finalists in the Asia Literary Review competition, open to candidates of any nationality and from any country. The competition concentrates on a selection of three short stories […]

Music scholarships a unique opportunity

31 May 2018

by Dani Wozencroft

Talented singer? This one’s for you.

Pupils quiz ballerina Darcey Bussell for author project

06 May 2018

by Dani Wozencroft

Who was the most famous person you met at school? Imagine interviewing Dame Darcey Bussell in year 8!

Public urged to vote to help school win £10,000 national prize

05 Jul 2017

by Kirsty Smallman

We work with lots of schools and love supporting both the teachers and the pupils – like Lawley Primary School who are calling for votes from the local community after being shortlisted in its bid to win a £10,000 national competition.

Scholarship success at Prestfelde

01 Jun 2017

by Kirsty Smallman

An independent prep school in Shrewsbury is celebrating after no less than 26 pupils achieved 13+ scholarships at a number of high profile secondary schools and colleges.

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