https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk%2Fnews%2D1 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 https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-foxes-forges-maltese-hospitality-partnership Staff at Aurora Foxes in Minehead have agreed to support Malta in opening up opportunities for its young people with learning difficulties to help them follow a career in hospitality and catering. ]]> Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:33:42 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-foxes-forges-maltese-hospitality-partnership 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 https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/talent-show-raises-104-for-red-nose-day-at-aurora-ryefields-school On Friday 20 March, 14 of our brilliant staff and children at Aurora Ryefields School in Derby took to the stage to share their talents with parents, pupils and staff. ]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:47:06 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/talent-show-raises-104-for-red-nose-day-at-aurora-ryefields-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-foxes-and-hilton-fundraisers-smash-target The success of a series of fundraising activities that took place over the weekend to mark World Down Syndrome Day has resulted in Aurora Foxes and team members from global hospitality company Hilton smashing their fundraising target for charity. ]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:08:45 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-foxes-and-hilton-fundraisers-smash-target https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/budding-chefs-put-send-on-the-menu Budding Jamie Olivers and Angela Hartnetts from six Aurora schools and colleges donned their aprons for the culmination of a MasterChef-style cooking competition, held in Abingdon last week. ]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:30:23 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/budding-chefs-put-send-on-the-menu https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/impact-report-2025 Today we’re proud to share our 2025 Impact Report. ]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:30:22 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/impact-report-2025 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 https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-winter-games-hailed-the-best-ever The third - and arguably the most successful - Aurora Winter Games ever, took place this week, hosted by Ivy Lane school in Wakefield. ]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:51:58 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-winter-games-hailed-the-best-ever https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/assessors-rate-aurora-orchard-manor-excellent Inspectors from Cambridgeshire County Council have rated Aurora Orchard Manor ‘excellent’ following a monitoring visit last year. ]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:19:09 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/assessors-rate-aurora-orchard-manor-excellent https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/former-president-overwhelmed-by-foxes-visit The former President of Malta was in Minehead at the weekend to visit Aurora Foxes as part of a fact-finding delegation. ]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:31:51 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/former-president-overwhelmed-by-foxes-visit https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/fair-gives-students-glimpse-of-future-options Students from Aurora Severnside School in Gloucestershire took time out from their studies earlier this month to look to the future and consider a range of career and Further Education pathways. ]]> Wed, 4 Feb 2026 15:12:25 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/fair-gives-students-glimpse-of-future-options https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/poppyfield-students-join-new-rock-group Things are looking up for a group of intrepid students at Poppyfield school in Surrey after they decided to join a rock group in their quest for Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) award success. ]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:32:45 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/poppyfield-students-join-new-rock-group https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/pupils-pet-project-prompts-sanctuary-visit Pupils from Aurora Summerfields school in Cheshire enjoyed a trip to Wilmslow Animal Sanctuary earlier this month, part of a pet project they’ve been working on. ]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:20:14 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/pupils-pet-project-prompts-sanctuary-visit https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/a-festive-celebration-at-aurora-keyes-barn-school Aurora Keyes Barn School’s Christmas Fair was a great way to round off the term, welcoming families into school to celebrate together. The afternoon had a relaxed, festive feel, with music playing, plenty of conversation and lots for everyone to enjoy. ]]> Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:27:56 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/a-festive-celebration-at-aurora-keyes-barn-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/schools-pupils-go-loco-over-santa-trip All aboard! Pupils, staff and parents from three Aurora schools enjoyed a magical train journey on the Santa Express through the Derwent Valley last week.  ]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:43:42 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/schools-pupils-go-loco-over-santa-trip https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/highlights-from-aurora-poppyfield-school It’s been a memorable few months at Aurora Poppyfield School in Effingham, Surrey. Our students have thrown themselves into a range of activities and experiences, both in and out of the classroom, and we’re excited to share just a few of the things they’ve been up to. ]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:12:28 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/highlights-from-aurora-poppyfield-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/christmas-cheer-served-with-all-the-trimmings Michael Roberts, Deputy Headteacher at Aurora Keyes Barn School, reflects on this year’s Christmas meal - a festive highlight that brings students and staff together and celebrates the season as a school community. ]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:09:53 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/christmas-cheer-served-with-all-the-trimmings https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/macmillan-coffee-morning-at-aurora-keyes-barn-school In September, we invited the wonderful parents and carers of Aurora Keyes Barn School to join the equally wonderful students to enjoy our Coffee Morning in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. ]]> Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:44:53 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/macmillan-coffee-morning-at-aurora-keyes-barn-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/pupils-deliver-seasonal-cheer-to-hospital Students at Aurora Fairway School in St Ives took time out from their studies to deliver some seasonal cheer to young patients at Hinchingbrooke Hospital earlier this week. ]]> Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:53:17 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/pupils-deliver-seasonal-cheer-to-hospital https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/princess-royal-presents-training-award-to-aurora When it comes to choosing their professional highlights of 2025, receiving an award from HRH The Princess Royal will no doubt be near the top for three members of Aurora’s Learning and Development Team. ]]> Tue, 9 Dec 2025 16:46:30 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/princess-royal-presents-training-award-to-aurora https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/east-surrey-mp-officially-opens-aurora-chaldon-school East Surrey MP Claire Coutinho has officially opened Aurora Chaldon School in Mersham saying it would help make a difference to the lives of autistic young people across Surrey. ]]> Wed, 3 Dec 2025 16:19:12 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/east-surrey-mp-officially-opens-aurora-chaldon-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-meldreth-manor-pupils-enjoy-festive-spirit Pupils from Aurora Meldreth Manor enjoyed a seasonal twist to their weekly timetable last week in support of the village’s annual Christmas Tree Festival. ]]> Wed, 3 Dec 2025 10:09:57 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-meldreth-manor-pupils-enjoy-festive-spirit https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-foxes-students-set-to-light-up-town Students from Aurora Foxes in Minehead will be serving up a light treat for residents this Friday (November 28) after being invited to help launch the town’s seasonal celebrations. ]]> Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:00:54 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-foxes-students-set-to-light-up-town https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-meldreth-manor-hosts-choir-recital An offer to perform at Aurora Meldreth Manor school was music to the ears of more than 50 pupils, residents and staff who were treated to two private recitals yesterday (Wednesday, November 26). ]]> Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:04:41 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-meldreth-manor-hosts-choir-recital https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-beeches-school-hosts-mp-visit There was an extra activity added to the regular timetable at Aurora Beeches in Cranborne last Friday (November 14) that involved a tour by North Dorset MP Simon Hoare. ]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:31:38 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-beeches-school-hosts-mp-visit https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-eccles-and-white-house-school-earns-green-flag-recognition Efforts to promote sustainability and raise environmental awareness among their school communities have earned Aurora Eccles and White House pupils an Eco-Schools Green Flag for the second year running. ]]> Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:26:51 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-eccles-and-white-house-school-earns-green-flag-recognition https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-ivy-lane-increases-capacity The Department for Education has approved the expansion of Ivy Lane to almost double its current intake following a visit to the school last month. ]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:20:08 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-ivy-lane-increases-capacity 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 https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-wilden-view-school-fundraising-goes-through-the-woof Pupils at Aurora Wilden View School in Kidderminster have been paid a special visit by the Dogs for Autism charity who thanked them for their mammoth fundraising efforts. ]]> Thu, 6 Nov 2025 10:58:28 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-wilden-view-school-fundraising-goes-through-the-woof https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/volunteers-get-back-to-nature-at-aurora-rowan-school An intrepid team of volunteers from Aurora took time out over half term to spend the day at Aurora Rowan School in Reading clearing some of the site’s ancient woodland and planting spring bulbs. ]]> Thu, 6 Nov 2025 10:33:02 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/volunteers-get-back-to-nature-at-aurora-rowan-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/pupils-enjoy-spooky-pumpkin-picking-trip Earlier in the term, all the children from Aurora Keyes Barn School had the exciting opportunity to go out and pick their own pumpkin from a local pumpkin patch. ]]> Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:43:42 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/pupils-enjoy-spooky-pumpkin-picking-trip https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/pumpkin-fun-and-fantastic-scarecrows Students, families and staff at Aurora Wilden View School in Kidderminster enjoyed a fantastic day of autumn fun at their very first Scarecrow Festival. ]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:19:40 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/pumpkin-fun-and-fantastic-scarecrows https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/wolverhampton-mp-meets-students-and-staff-at-aurora-cedars-school Wolverhampton West MP Warinder Juss was given a guided tour around Aurora Cedars School on Friday (October 17) to learn more about the provision available to children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in his constituency. ]]> Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:09:22 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/wolverhampton-mp-meets-students-and-staff-at-aurora-cedars-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/stroud-mp-praises-amazing-work-at-aurora-severnside-school Stroud MP Dr Simon Opher said he had an "amazing" morning at Aurora Severnside School on Friday (October 10) after enjoying a tour of the school by Aurora CEO Kelvin Donald and headteacher Rachel Lynch. ]]> Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:52:29 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/stroud-mp-praises-amazing-work-at-aurora-severnside-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-vincent-school-officially-opened-by-horsham-mp Horsham MP John Milne has officially opened a new specialist school in the town saying that it will provide much-needed support for autistic children from across the county. ]]> Fri, 3 Oct 2025 13:32:51 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-vincent-school-officially-opened-by-horsham-mp https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/north-derby-mp-welcomes-the-opening-of-aurora-ryefields-school The opening of Aurora Ryefields School, a new specialist school for autistic children in Derby, has been welcomed by local MP Catherine Atkinson at an official launch event on Friday 26 September.  ]]> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:03:20 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/north-derby-mp-welcomes-the-opening-of-aurora-ryefields-school 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 https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hanley-school-recognised-for-outstanding-education Aurora Hanley School in Bucknall has received the highest possible grading by education watchdog Ofsted – for the third time in a row. ]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:01:08 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-hanley-school-recognised-for-outstanding-education https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/ofsted-report-finds-pupil-development-at-aurora-severnside-school-exceptional The support students receive in their personal development at Aurora Severnside School in Berkeley has been described as ‘exceptional’ by education inspection body Ofsted. ]]> Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:53:36 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/ofsted-report-finds-pupil-development-at-aurora-severnside-school-exceptional https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-celebrates-10-years-of-transforming-lives It’s been 10 years since Aurora first embarked on its mission to provide innovative, high-quality education, care and support so that children, young people and adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) thrive and fulfil their aspirations. ]]> Wed, 5 Nov 2025 16:31:55 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-celebrates-10-years-of-transforming-lives https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-chaldon-specialist-school-prepares-to-opens A new specialist school in Merstham that is preparing to open its doors to pupils tomorrow (Thursday, September 4) says it’s responding to a clear need in its Surrey catchment area.  ]]> Mon, 8 Sep 2025 11:14:15 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-chaldon-specialist-school-prepares-to-opens https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-ryefields-school-opens-its-doors-to-students-in-derby Parents and pupils in Derby are preparing for the opening of Aurora's new school in the city specifically aimed at supporting young people with autism. ]]> Wed, 3 Sep 2025 10:42:08 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-ryefields-school-opens-its-doors-to-students-in-derby https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/brooklands-receives-ofsted-good-grading Staff at Auorora Brooklands School, near Preston, are celebrating after the school was graded ‘good’ by education watchdog Ofsted. ]]> Mon, 8 Sep 2025 11:16:55 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/brooklands-receives-ofsted-good-grading https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/parents-celebrate-opening-of-aurora-vincent-house-school Parents have spoken of their relief and joy after their children secured places at Aurora's new school in Horsham, specifically aimed at supporting young people with autism. ]]> Tue, 2 Sep 2025 17:13:11 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/parents-celebrate-opening-of-aurora-vincent-house-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/auroras-trainers-earn-royal-stamp-of-approval A training programme supporting Teaching Assistants at Aurora has been given a Royal stamp of approval. ]]> Wed, 3 Sep 2025 10:08:56 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/auroras-trainers-earn-royal-stamp-of-approval https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/celebrating-student-success-gcse-results Staff and students at Aurora Beeches School and Aurora Boveridge College are celebrating today after learning their GCSE results matched those in mainstream education. ]]> Wed, 3 Sep 2025 10:25:48 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/celebrating-student-success-gcse-results https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/outdoor-learning-at-aurora-hedgeway-school Fri, 8 Aug 2025 10:34:00 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/outdoor-learning-at-aurora-hedgeway-school https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/saucepans-spoons-and-a-world-record On 1 July, students at Aurora Eccles School in Quidenham took part in a history-making cookery class, joining celebrity chef Jamie Oliver in breaking the Guinness World Records title for the largest cookery lesson (multiple venues) ever! ]]> Fri, 8 Aug 2025 09:43:33 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/saucepans-spoons-and-a-world-record 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 https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-wilden-view-schools-personal-development-outstanding-says-ofsted Efforts by Aurora Wilden View School to equip its pupils for the future have been described as ‘Good’ - with ‘Outstanding’ personal development - by education watchdog Ofsted. Read the full report here. ]]> Mon, 8 Sep 2025 11:19:07 GMT https://www.theauroragroup.co.uk/article/aurora-wilden-view-schools-personal-development-outstanding-says-ofsted