<![CDATA[News Feed - News - Aurora]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk%2Fservices%2Fschools%2Fhedgeway%2Dschool%2Fnews Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:06:41 GMT Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:06:41 GMT <![CDATA[ Aurora Hedgeway scoops prestigious travel award ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-scoops-prestigious-travel-award Aurora Hedgeway School is celebrating after scooping a top accolade for its outstanding efforts in promoting walking, cycling, and sustainable travel to and from school. ]]> Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:06:41 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-scoops-prestigious-travel-award <![CDATA[ World Book Day at Aurora ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/world-book-day-at-aurora This World Book Day, our Aurora schools were buzzing with creativity, imagination, and, of course, books! Pupils and staff brought their favourite stories to life, dressing up as beloved characters and sharing the books that inspire them every day. From magical worlds to exciting adventures, our corridors were filled with the joy of reading. ]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:51:21 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/world-book-day-at-aurora <![CDATA[ Sustainable travel earns Aurora Hedgeway School STAR billing ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/sustainable-travel-earns-aurora-hedgeway-school-star-billing Aurora Hedgeway School in South Gloucestershire has scooped a top accolade thanks to its sustainable travel initiatives. ]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:14:36 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/sustainable-travel-earns-aurora-hedgeway-school-star-billing <![CDATA[ Aurora Hedgeway School recognised for exceptional pupil development ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-school-recognised-for-exceptional-pupil-development The way in which Aurora Hedgeway School near Bristol caters for its pupils’ wider development is “exceptional”, according to a report by education watchdog Ofsted. ]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:17:54 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-school-recognised-for-exceptional-pupil-development <![CDATA[ Aurora Hedgeway School Awarded for their Healthy Food Achievements ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-school-awarded-for-their-healthy-food-achievements Aurora Hedgeway School has been awarded the Food for Life Bronze award for its healthy and climate-friendly food culture. ]]> Mon, 8 Sep 2025 11:18:10 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-school-awarded-for-their-healthy-food-achievements <![CDATA[ Celebrating National Children’s Gardening Week at Aurora ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/celebrating-national-childrens-gardening-week This week is National Children’s Gardening Week, a nationwide initiative that aims to inspire children’s curiosity, connect with nature and experience the joy of gardening. ]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:06:29 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/celebrating-national-childrens-gardening-week <![CDATA[ Outdoor Learning at Aurora Hedgeway School ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/hedgeway-outdoor-learning-march-25 Since taking on the role of Outdoor Learning Coordinator in May 2024, Cheryll Hall has been leading a range of exciting initiatives at Aurora Hedgeway School, helping students connect with nature, develop practical skills and take an active role in environmental conservation. In this blog, Cheryll shares her highlights from the past three terms since starting her new role.   ]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:27:03 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/hedgeway-outdoor-learning-march-25 <![CDATA[ Wildlife hogs the limelight this term at Aurora Hedgeway School ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=2&storyid=185 This academic year, Aurora Hedgeway School in Bristol started an exciting new initiative by launching their Hedgehog Friendly Campus project! The project is part of a UK-wide effort to tackle the decline in hedgehog populations and protect our native wildlife. ]]> Fri, 6 Dec 2024 12:27:15 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=2&storyid=185 <![CDATA[ Aurora Hedgeway School bags Eco-Schools Green Flag Award with Merit ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=2&storyid=177 Aurora Hedgeway School in Pilning, Bristol are very excited to be awarded the Green Flag Award with Merit by Eco-Schools. ]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:29:29 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=2&storyid=177 <![CDATA[ Aurora Hedgeway School Wins Modeshift Stars Award ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-school-wins-good-travel-award Aurora Hedgeway School has proudly received the Modeshift Stars Education Travel Plan Award, recognising commitment to promoting sustainable travel. This accolade highlights the school's efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and encourage environmentally friendly commuting.  ]]> Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:35:39 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-school-wins-good-travel-award <![CDATA[ Celebrating Outdoor Classroom Day at Aurora Hedgeway School ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-outdoor-learning This #OutdoorClassroomDay, we’re excited to share Aurora Hedgeway School’s love of outdoor learning. Over the past few weeks, pupils have enjoyed time spent in nature and the benefits of learning outside the classroom. ]]> Thu, 23 May 2024 15:07:27 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hedgeway-outdoor-learning <![CDATA[ FutureChef winners announced ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=2&storyid=143 Following on form the internal heats, FutureChef finalists from Aurora Foxes, Boveridge College and Hedgeway attended the first ever Aurora FutureChef Grand Final on 23 February at the Grove Kitchen and Restaurant at Weston College, Weston-super-Mare.

]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2024 14:32:39 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=2&storyid=143 <![CDATA[ Turning up the heat for the FutureChefs competition ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=2&storyid=138 Foxes, Boveridge College and Hedgeway held their in-house FutureChefs competitions recently to decide which student chefs will be going forward to the final competition which will be held at Weston College, Weston-super-Mare, on 23 February. 

Springboard FutureChef is a national schools-based competition designed to kick start culinary careers.

]]> Tue, 6 Feb 2024 09:36:02 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/news/?pid=1&nid=2&storyid=138 <![CDATA[ Aurora Hedgeway School gets positive Ofsted rating ]]> https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/services/schools/hedgeway-school/news/aurora-hedgeway-school-gets-positive-ofsted-rating Aurora Hedgeway School has received a positive Ofsted report with the pupils describing it as a ‘sanctuary’. Aurora Hedgeway, whose pupils have complex communication needs typically associated with autism, was praised for its effective leadership and the promotion of pupils’ personal development.

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