Gary Phelps

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Gary is an award-winning journalist who has edited nine newspapers and helped launch numerous online news brands. He created UK School News to provide platforms for local schools to share positive news stories, helping them engage with their local communities and celebrate their successes. He has appeared on TV and radio on numerous occasions, presented evidence to Government ministers, lobbied on behalf of the media industry and trained dozens of young journalists. Gary was an Associate Lecturer in Journalism at the University of Derby, and has also advised Wolverhampton College's award-winning Journalism course accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists.

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Donated prom dresses bring joy to Erdington Academy students

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Erdington Academy Prom Pop-Up: Erdington Academy hosted a pop‑up boutique to dress 60 students for prom – completely free of charge – in...
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Arts

English teacher ‘proud as punch’ as students win FMAT writing competition

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FMAT writing competition: Students across Fairfax Multi‑Academy Trust have been recognised for their creativity and flair after impressing judges in FMAT’s Fabulous Fiction...
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Bournville School

Bournville School election helps students learn about democracy

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Election fever gripped Bournville All-Through School as students voted to choose their new Head Girl and Head Boy – while learning about...
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Bishop Vesey's Grammar School

Sutton Schools Debates 2025 – Sutton College takes top prize

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Sutton Schools Debates 2025: Talented students from Sutton Coldfield College walked away with the coveted trophy after their animated and compelling arguments...
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Community

‘Wonderful’ staff bring new life to school library as MP joins in the celebrations

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Lichfield’s Scotch Orchard Primary School started an exciting new chapter last week when its new-look library was officially opened by MP Dave...
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Community

Royal Sutton School renaming ceremony marks new era

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Royal Sutton School renaming - it’s official! Students, staff and members of the community joined VIPs to celebrate the official renaming of...
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Charity

Erdington Academy holds Iftar event for 150 guests

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Erdington Academy holds Iftar event: More than 150 students, staff and local people came together at Erdington Academy to break their fast...
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Community

Erdington Academy clean air project impresses VIP visitors

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Erdington Academy clean air project: Determined students sent a clear message to local leaders – when they spoke to them about air...
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Coton Green Primary School

First ATLP girls’ soccer tournament kicks off

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ATLP girls’ soccer tournament: Dozens of primary school girls from across the respected Arthur Terry Learning Partnership in Staffordshire got a real...
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Events

Sky Blues football star inspires West Coventry Academy students

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Sky Blues football star: Students at West Coventry Academy got a real kick out of an inspirational talk by a former football...
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Charity

Royal Sutton School Flourish project aims to inspire girls

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Royal Sutton School Flourish project: A pioneering new scheme is seeing much-loved charity Cherished inspire young girls to build confidence, learn about...
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Charity

Stockland Green School ADHD policies set the standard

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Stockland Green School ADHD award: A pioneering approach to supporting students with ADHD has earned Stockland Green School a prestigious new status...
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Fairfax Academy

Fairfax Academy Sixth Form is ‘best in Birmingham’

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Fairfax Academy Sixth Form success: Staff and students at Fairfax Academy are celebrating after the school’s Sixth Form was ranked the best...
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Donated prom dresses bring joy to Erdington Academy students

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Erdington Academy Prom Pop-Up: Erdington Academy hosted a pop‑up boutique to dress 60 students for prom – completely free of charge – in...
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Arts

West End star returns to Coventry school to help students prepare for Rock of Ages musical

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A West End star from Coventry returned to his old school to inspire students as they prepared to take the stage for their...
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Arts

English teacher ‘proud as punch’ as students win FMAT writing competition

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FMAT writing competition: Students across Fairfax Multi‑Academy Trust have been recognised for their creativity and flair after impressing judges in FMAT’s Fabulous Fiction...
Read more
Bournville School

Bournville School election helps students learn about democracy

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Election fever gripped Bournville All-Through School as students voted to choose their new Head Girl and Head Boy – while learning about...
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