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Poppyfield students join new rock group
Published 28/01/26
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.

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Pupils’ pet project prompts sanctuary visit
Published 28/01/26
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.

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A festive celebration at Aurora Keyes Barn School
Published 22/12/25
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.

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Schools’ pupils go loco over Santa trip
Published 18/12/25
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.

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Highlights from Aurora Poppyfield School
Published 17/12/25
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.

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Christmas cheer served with all the trimmings
Published 17/12/25
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.

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Macmillan Coffee Morning at Aurora Keyes Barn School
Published 15/12/25
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.

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Pupils deliver seasonal cheer to hospital
Published 12/12/25
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.

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Princess Royal presents training award to Aurora
Published 09/12/25
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.

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East Surrey MP officially opens Aurora Chaldon School
Published 03/12/25
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.

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Aurora Meldreth Manor pupils enjoy festive spirit
Published 03/12/25
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.

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Aurora Foxes students set to light up town
Published 27/11/25
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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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