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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Stockland Green Remembrance Day project honours the ‘Forgotten Army’

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The students took on a creative challenge, sketching their own poster concepts symbolising unity and remembrance. Stockland Green...
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Bournville School

Bournville School foodbank donation collects hundreds of items

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Bournville School foodbank donation: Generous students at Bournville All Through School led a brilliant food donation initiative in celebration of the harvest...
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Bournville School

Birmingham schools in ‘top ten most improved nationally’ thanks to attendance strategy

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An ambitious strategy to drive attendance at a group of Birmingham schools is delivering impressive results – with a rate of improvement...
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Community

Revamped Fairfax Academy library sees students open new chapter in their studies

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Revamped Fairfax Academy library: Students opened a new chapter in their education – after a VIP visitor officially unveiled a fully-refurbished library...
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Community

Erdington Academy black history conference inspires students

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Erdington Academy black history conference: Inspirational speakers and former students an staff took part in a motivational event at a Birmingham school.
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Ofsted/Results

Smith’s Wood School turnaround makes it one of UK’s fastest-improving schools

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Students and staff at a Solihull school are celebrating after new Government figures placed it as one of the fastest-improving schools in...
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Community

Nether Stowe School praised by county leaders

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Two local leaders who visited Nether Stowe School have praised the commitment of the students and dedication of the staff.
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Secondary Schools

West Coventry Academy sports pod aims to inspire students

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A revolutionary new ‘sports pod’ where West Coventry Academy students can change into their kits could also help change how schools across...
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Events

West Coventry Academy TV appearance – students quiz money expert

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West Coventry Academy TV appearance: It was ‘Lights, Camera, Action’ for Coventry sixth form students this week, when they went live on...
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Bournville School

Fairfax Academy Languages Week ends with inspirational breakfast event

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Fairfax Academy Languages Week: An ambitious week-long languages event not only celebrated different cultures from around the globe – it also brought...
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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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