Good news as community fridge opens for people on low incomes

By Jill Dando News A new community facility has been set up for people in Burnham-on-Sea,…

Good news for millions as Glastonbury line up revealed!

Good news as fabulous Glastonbury line up for 2024 revealed including Dua Lipa and Coldplay! By…

Good news as an amazing Donate for Defib project in Jill Dando’s former town raises £21,000 to save lives

By Jill Dando News An incredible team are helping to save lives with an amazing project…

The good news of the celebrations of Saint Patrick’s Day (by Grace, 11)

By Grace, 11, Jill Dando News Correspondent Children and adults around the globe continue to celebrate…

People worldwide mark International Women’s Day (by Isabella, 11)

By Isabella,11, Jill Dando News Correspondent People worldwide have celebrated International Women’s Day. The theme this…

Terrific Titanic! (By Ava and Mylie, aged 9)

By Ava Marshall and Mylie Every, Jill Dando News Correspondents @ Ashcombe In the February half…

Ex-top British Ambassador now fighting for Fairtrade

By Oliver Masley, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent Andy Ashcroft, a former ambassador to the Dominican…

Time for laughter as world famous Comedy Wildlife Awards are open!

By Jill Dando News The World-Famous Comedy Wildlife Photo Competition is open and ready to accept entries of your…

Good news for Kenya’s Black Rhinos in miracle comeback as numbers reach 1000

By Animal Correspondent, Jill Dando News It’s good news for Kenya’s Black Rhinos as they make…

Good news for women experiencing homelessness 

By Jill Dando News Partners across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole have united to support local women…

Lucky dog rescued from harbour after its pooch buddy raises the alarm

By Jill Dando News A golden retriever was rescued from an Isle of Man harbour after…

Top UK conductor and composer who played in front of the Pope in front of 40000 urges students to ‘go for their dreams’

Meet the Google-5-star-rated man on a mission to safely remove feral pigeons and other pests causing costly damage to people’s solar panels 

Are hidden pests causing fire hazards, potential spread of diseases and a danger for you and…

Fantastic students visit one of Britain’s best UK locations in their Stone Age studies (By Arlo, 9)

By Arlo, aged 9, Jill Dando News @ St Anne’s Children from Year Three at St…

Good news celebrations for 8 UK towns including Jill Dando’s home town

By Jill Dando News Visa, in collaboration with the British Retail Consortium (BRC), has honoured Altrincham,…

Good news as world’s biggest festival confirms state-of-the-art sound (By Geovana, 14, and Rupert, 12)

By Geovana, 14  Rupert, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondents

Big-hearted Dan on charity mission to become first person to busk at every London Underground station

By Charity Correspondent, Jill Dando News Musician Dan Tredget is on a mission to set a…

Just go for it and jump outside of your comfort zone! Our own Ellise’ experience on TV documentary

By Jill Dando News The inspirational Ellise, 21, Disabilities Correspondent for Jill Dando News and the…

Good news as Salvation Army backs Tesco with premature baby clothes deliveries

By Jill Dando News Premature babies in NHS neonatal units across England will receive packs of…

Whirlwind of Literary Fun: Our school takes World Book Day by Storm! (By Grace, 12, and Bella, 12)

By Grace,12 and Bella,12, Jill Dando News Correspondents The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge, Somerset…

Students and staff enjoy amazing World Book Day

By Evie, 12, and Amelie, 12, Jill Dando News Enthusiastic students and staff from across The…

Children at Berrow Primary Church Academy are flourishing

By Jill Dando News Students, staff and the whole community of Berrow Primary Church Academy in…

Cake celebration on World Book Day (By Evie, 12, Amelie, 12, and Jaiden, 12)

By Evie, 12, Amelie, 12, and Jaiden, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondents This week at Priory…

A bake sale extravaganza for Macmillan Cancer Support (By Emily, 13, Grace, and Bella, 12)

Counselling charity with record waiting lists for urgent help appeals for community and business support.

By Mental Health Correspondent, Jill Dando News A fast expanding counselling charity is reaching breaking point…

Students celebrate on Little Miss and Little Mr World Book Day 

By Jill Dando News Students and staff at Castle Batch Primary School Academy Weston-super-Mare did a…

Malawi students welcome Jill Dando News

By Victoria Chirwa, Malawi, Jill Dando News Malawian students at Mnjiri Community Day Secondary School, in…

Metamorphosis into beautiful butterfly at Busy Bees to celebrate World Book Day

By Jill Dando News Students and staff at the Busy Bees at St Anne’s Church Academy…

10 small acts of kindness to boost your mental well-being today

By Happiness Correspondent, Jill Dando News Kindness and positivity are two things the world needs more…

Students are already enjoying World Book Day today!

By Jill Dando News Enthusiastic students and staff from across The Priory Learning Trust in Somerset…

Leap year man, 84, celebrates happy 21st birthday

By Jill Dando News Correspondent A man who was born on leap day in 1940 has…

TV chef and rapper Big Zuu spreading smiles and positivity around London

By Happiness Correspondent, Jill Dando News BelVita has teamed up with TV Chef and rapper Big…

Mr Speaker quizzed by Jill Dando ‘good news’ journalists

World Exclusive by Jill Dando News Mr Speaker has been quizzed inside the House of Commons…

Good news for toads as people help them cross the road safely

You were always toad you it was good to be kind. Now selfless volunteers are putting…

Good news for Thomas the Cockapoo who is one step closer to a pain-free future

By Animal Correspondent, Jill Dando News Thomas the lame cockapoo, who captured the hearts of dog…

Milestone for Jill Dando News as students in Malawi begin writing good news stories

By Jill Dando News A massive milestone has been reached after dozens of students in Malawi…

Good news as study circles excite learners in Malawi

By Asiyatu Anussah, Malawi Jill Dando News Correspondent To encourage learners to work hard in class,…

King Charles backs Age UK massive campaign to boost charities and communities

By Jill Dando News King Charles has backed The Big Help Out – a campaign to…

Yoko the miracle dog to take on charity challenge to climb Wales’ highest peak (back him today!)

By Dog Correspondent, Jill Dando News You can support Yoko the amazing 5 year old Jagd…

Good news for the homeless as new centre opens

By Jill Dando News It’s good news as a new homeless centre has opened in an…

Good news for the humble hedgehog as sightings on the rise after years of decline

By Animal Correspondent, Jill Dando News They have been rapidly in decline but now it seems…

Mary Berry eat your heart out! Brilliant Poppy wins young Chef contest

By Jill Dando News Budding chef Poppy MacKay has proven her top Mary Berry cooking skills…

Good news for endangered lemurs as they enjoy a joint birthday party at brilliant zoo

By Jill Dando News Edinburgh Zoo’s endangered ring-tailed lemur troop celebrated their birthdays with a special…

Smiling is key to happiness, new study shows

By Happiness Correspondent Smiling for just a split second makes people more likely to see happiness…

Pedalling for a Purpose: students do virtual cycling challenging to support social fund (By Grace, 14)

By Grace, 14, Jill Dando News Correspondent Students and staff at the The King Alfred School…

Former PCSA student Stephanie Brooks sets personal best in televised Indoor Athletics 200 metres event

By Jill Dando News Former Priory Community School student Stephanie Brooks is flourishing in her athletics…

This inspirational charity supports children and young adults with cerebral palsy

Nominate your hero now for wow young people awards

By Jill Dando News Bristol’s biggest annual awards celebrating outstanding local young people calls for nominations.…

Best ever year for Bristol based FM business

By Jill Dando News A family business has recorded its best year of trading since the…

Two students raise over £1,000 at successful fundraising concert

By Jill Dando News Two local Guides have raised over £1,000 during a Burnham-On-Sea fundraising concert…

Good news as miracle boy, 10, with celebral palsy returns home after Arctic fundraising trek

By Jill Dando News A boy who doctors thought might never walk is home after trekking…

Good news as Prince William unveils plans to build homes for the homeless

By Jill Dando News The Prince of Wales has announced plans to build 24 homes to…

Meet Emily, 14, the first to complete 50 parkruns

By Jill Dando News Emily, Year 10, at Worle Community School Academy, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset is the…

The Grand Pier offers support to couples affected by Oakhouse Hotel closure

By Jill Dando News Correspondent

Miracle as fizzy pop op heals Joey the donkey

By Jill Dando News A donkey has bounced back to health after a potentially fatal condition…

Best-selling author and one of world’s leading poets hails brilliant students (By Isabella, 11, and Evie, 12)

By Isabella (11) and Evie (12), Jill Dando News @ Priory Top author and one of…

M&S pioneers new mental health training to help colleagues support young people (By Samara)

By Samara, Mental Health Correspondent, Jill Dando News During Children’s Mental Health Week this week M&S…

Meet the ‘cutting edge’ theatre inspiring and training hundreds 

By Ellise, Jill Dando News, Disabilities Correspondent Cutting Edge Theatre is one of Scotland’s leading small…

Good news for scientists investigating if Mars has life… (By Jaiden, 12)

By Jaiden, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondent It’s good news as scientists has found that the…

Radio presenter Dave Englefield Interviewed by Jill Dando journalists 

By Zoe, 15, and Emily, 14, Jill Dando News Sedgemoor FM’s radio presenter, Dave Englefield, based…

It’s good news as one of World’s best Piers registers its Defibrillator with emergency services (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver Masley, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent It’s confirmed – the Grand Pier’s defibrillator has…

It must be lambs, lambs, lambs! Suggs from Madness helps name lamb triplets live on BBC Radio 2 

By Jill Dando News Welcome to the house of lambs! Or, more accurately, the farm barn…

Prime Minister’s award after artist raises huge sums for ‘Samaritans’

By Jill Dando News An artist has received an award from the Prime Minister after she…

‘Would you like a jelly baby?’ Doctor Who Fans Celebrate Tom Baker’s 90th Birthday (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent Born on 20th January 1934, Tom Baker is a…

Want to be less anxious and happier? Try this TV doctor’s five steps

By Happiness Correspondent Everyone knows you can’t be happy if you’re constantly anxious or worrying –…

Good news as celebrities and influencers demand early mental health support for young people

It’s good news as the pressure is mounting for urgent change in getting mental health support…

Don’t worry, instead feed birds during National Bird Feeding Month

By Happiness Correspondent, Jill Dando News Birds are one of the best examples of how not…

Don’t be prickly! Celebrate the humble hedgehog this National Hedgehog Day

By Jill Dando News The humble hedgehog is one of the most fascinating creatures on the…

Good news as zebra crossing to be installed after 10 years’ campaigning

By Jill Dando News AFTER around 10 years of campaigning, a zebra crossing is due to…

Charity launches exhibition displaying artist talents of people who have been homeless

By Jill Dando News Homelessness charity Crisis has launched a new exhibition showcasing the artistic talents…

Good news as one of world’s smallest penguins rescued on runway

By Jill Dando News A pint-sized penguin has been rescued after it was spotted on a…

Good News for eco and community as solar farm approved (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent It’s eco good news with the approval of a…

Hospice good news as they launch new Vinted store to support their inspirational charity 

By Jill Dando News Vinted has become a massive ‘go to’ online shop used by millions.…

Massive musical fundraiser for £20,000 cafe project in Evie’s memory this Friday

By Jill Dando News A massive fundraiser will take place this Friday 2nd Feb, as family and friends of…

Spring has sprung at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm

By Jill Dando News In a joyful early celebration of spring, the popular North Somerset zoo,…

Watch miracle American Husky King the dog in world’s cutest arrest

By Jill Dando News As stories go, this doggy one takes the biscuit. King the dog…

Hero Jake, 13, praised for courage and compassion (By Grace, 13)

By Grace, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent Jake, 13, was one of a raft of young…

Jill Dando News’ disability correspondent opens prestigious conference

Find out why happy dogs wag their tails….

By Animal Correspondent, Jill Dando News Dogs wag their tails when happy but the good news…

Good news as elephant calf separated from herd in India is reunited with mother

By Animal Correspondent, Jill Dando News – FULL STORY SEE: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/jan/03/elephant-calf-separated-from-herd-in-india-is-reunited-with-mother A baby elephant who was…

An old derelict building in Bristol is planned to become a local venue (By Oscar, 13)

By Oscar Evans, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent (one of our our team out of Jill’s…

Young social action squad visits fantastic Dementia Day Centre (By Evie, 12)

By Evie, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondent Priory Community School Academy’s adventurous social action squad set…

The good news of Workers’ Resilience (By Grace, 11)

By Grace, 11, Jill Dando News Correspondent After many years, the scandal behind what could be…

Brilliant footballers at Somerset school win 4-0 to make it into the last 32 of the prestigious National Cup out of over 600 teams

By Jill Dando News The Year 11 team at Worle Community School Academy, Weston Super-Mare, Somerset…

Schools inspirational young artists praised 

By Jill Dando News The work of talented young Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge photographers and artists has…

Students become birdwatchers to support RSPB (By Mia, 15)

By Mia, 15, Jill Dando News Correspondent @ PCSA Do you know your Woodpecker from your…

Successful businesswoman pursues her childhood dream of being a makeup extraordinaire! (By Evie, 12)

By Evie, 12, Jill Dando News at WCSA The successful makeup and skincare professional, Coco Danczuk, achieved…

Good news for donkeys with inspirational methods at brilliant sanctuary  

By Jill Dando News It is good news for donkeys at a superb sanctuary. The Donkey…

St Anne’s Church Academy praised in latest report

By Jill Dando News Students, staff and the whole community of St Anne’s Church Academy in…

Three 2024 tips to stop worrying and be happy

By Happiness Correspondent The popular ‘Don’t worry, be happy’ tune is simple but carries a huge…

Pupils trained by Nigel Dando as they flock to become Jill Dando Journalists 

By Jill Dando News Dozens of amazing pupils aged 9,10 and 11 have started finding positive…

New Year cheer as 30 new Jill Dando Journalists begin writing good news stories after visit by Nigel Dando 

By Jill Dando News Some 30 new Jill Dando Journalists have started writing real-life positive good…

Man in wheelchair plays harmonica with Chris Martin at Coldplay concert (By Oscar, 13)

By Oscar, 13, Music Correspondent, Jill Dando News @ WCSA Rob O’Byrne was stunned after Coldplay…

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm Gears Up For Biggest Christmas Tree-Cycling Yet

By Jill Dando News Noah’s ark are pleased to confirm that their popular Christmas tree recycling…

Budding sixth form journalists from Jill Dando News unveil magazine

By Jill Dando News Students from The King Alfred School Academy Sixth Form Centre launched their…

Big hearted students unite to fill hearts and foodbanks at Christmas (By Zoe, 15)

By Zoe, 15, Jill Dando News Correspondent As Christmas approaches, we are filled with warmth and…

Christmas Dogs dress up as reindeer and nativity characters!

By Jill Dando News Christmas dog lovers are dressing up their dogs as reindeers and nativity…

The Elf On The Shelf Returns 5MS Addition (By Kaie and Ava, aged 9)

By Kaie and Ava, age 9, Jill Dando News You all probably know the Christmas character…

Christmas Miracle in our town! (By Lance, aged 9)

By Lance, aged 9, Jill Dando News Year 1 students have done a nativity to celebrate…

Fun as care home residents reveal secret to cooking Christmas lunch like your gran!

By Jill Dando News When you’re 86 you’re well qualified to give tips on a perfect…

Good news from The Salvation Army to beat homelessness (By Grace, 11)

By Grace, 11 , Jill Dando News Correspondent The Salvation Army is constructing NAPpads (Night-time Accommodation…

Plans for Weston’s Birnbeck pier to be restored after being bought by the council! (By Ella, 12)

By Ella Fowler, Jill Dando News Correspondent @ Worle North Somerset council recently purchased Birnbeck pier…

Kind students raise hundreds of pounds for children in need (By Faith, 9)

By Faith, aged 9, Jill Dando News Correspondent Big hearted kind pupils have been generously raising…

Let’s stop all bullies say UK children (By Finley, 9)

By Finley, aged 9, Jill Dando News Correspondent Children across the UK took part in Anti-Bullying…

Latest student Christmas story book beats Dickens to #1 spot on Amazon! (By Amy, 14)

By Amy, 14, Jill Dando News  A latest student Christmas story book has been Charles Dickens to #1 spot…

Marvellous Maisie-Jayne and Ellie, both 12, win Christmas Hero awards for helping mum

By Jill Dando News reporters Marvellous Maisie-Jayne and Ellie, both 12, win Christmas Hero awards for…

The top 4 secrets to a happier longer life

By Happiness Correspondent, Jill Dando News The longest study on happiness has been completed by Harvard…

School’s biggest Christmas Foodbank collection yet! (By Evie, 12)

By Evie, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondent “The foodbank was there when we really needed it,…

Amazing sixth form students turn recycled materials into crafts and jewellery

By Jill Dando News A new Young Enterprise Group from The King Alfred School Academy in…

Candlelight Christmas Carol Service alongside Sidmouth donkeys

Support Weston Hospicecare, this Christmas

By Jill Dando News Weston Hospicecare – massively helped by Jill Dando before her death –…

Local author’s first thriller novels are released! (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver Masley, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent A local author of the thriller genre, Bill…

Rugby players thrive in top British leagues after leaving schools and Hornets Rugby Club in Weston-super-Mare (By Rosie, 10)

By Rosie Hedges, 10, Jill Dando News Correspondent 2023 is the year when the top rugby…

Incredible Oscar, 11, gives 250 Christmas gifts for vulnerable children

By Jill Dando News A kind-hearted schoolboy has donated 250 gifts to The Salvation Army’s Present…

Harness the power of giving – with £5 from all harness sales going to homelessness charity

By Jill Dando News Many of us were shocked by recent negative descriptions of homelessness as…

Good news for scouts with their Yearly Scouts’ JOTA JOTI! (By Rupert, 11, and Seth, 11)

Best-selling author speaks to Jill Dando News about his latest book ‘Cerebral Palsy and Me’

By Ellise Hollie Hayward, 21, Disabilities Correspondent, Jill Dando News (Ellise Hollie Hayward is the Disabilities…

Good news for Dua Lipa fans as she releases huge hit across the globe (By Oscar, 13)

By Oscar Evans, Music Correspondent, Jill Dando News It’s good news for fans of the English…

Great persistence and 60 times lucky for Learner driver!

By Jill Dando News It was 60 times lucky for a learner driver who failed their theory test 59 times…

Good news for charity as brilliant Pines for Pounds project returns

By Jill Dando News Charity Correspondent Weston Hospicecare’s Pines for Pounds charity Christmas tree collection will…

Hugh Grant’s Christmas good news for Britain’s kindest plumber

By Jill Dando News Correspondent Hollywood actor Hugh Grant and wife Anna have donated £20,000 Christmas…

Good news as COP28 pushed forward on climate plans (By Sam, 13 and Jaiden, 12)

BY Sam,13, and Jaiden, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondents  It’s good news for people passionate to…

It’s good news for cash-strapped Brits as affordable wonky Christmas Trees for sale at incredible zoo

By Jill Dando News Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is helping people with their finances by stocking…

Sixth Form tops the Oxbridge and Russell Group charts

By Jill Dando News A brilliant school-based Sixth Form is topping the charts of Somerset schools…

Good news for rhinos as Indonesia ramps up conservations efforts (By Francesca, 19)

By Francesca Boswell, 19, Jill Dando News Correspondent This is really good news for the Sumatran…

The good news of Sam the Quarry Fox (By Filip, 9)

By Filip, 9, Jill Dando News Correspondent, Ashcombe Primary School  Weston café owner, David, published a…

Good news as venue where Banksy made Dismaland world famous to have a huge renovation for 2024! (By Oscar, 13)

By Oscar, 13, Music Correspondent, JIll Dando News @ WCSA It’s good news as the venue…

Amazing students awarded at glitzy award ceremony (By Evie, 12)

By Evie, age 12, Jill Dando News @ PCSA Students from Priory Community School Academy weston-super-Mare,…

Want to be happier? Be a giver not a taker says professor in new book

By Happiness Correspondent Adam Grant, an organisational psychologist, University of Pennsylvania professor, podcaster, and the bestselling…

Thriving 11-18 school expands successful Preloved store (By Zoe, 15, and Grace 14)

Story and photos by Zoe 15 and Grace 14, Jill Dando News @ TKASA The King…

Friends and family of “outstanding, kind, happy, polite and perfect” Evie, 16, launch inspirational cafe project in her memory

By Jill Dando News Friends and family of an “outstanding, kind, happy, polite and perfect” student…

Students, staff, and parents spread festive cheer at Christmas light switch on

By Zoe 15, Jill Dando News @ TKASA Students, staff, and parents have shared festive cheer…

The wonderful Little Learners learn tips from firefighters (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent @ WCSA Brilliant Little Learners learn tips from Avon…

We need a hero! Schools are searching for their kindest and bravest students (By Amy, 14)

By Amy, 14, Jill Dando News Correspondent @ PCSA Schools are looking for heroes – help…

Brilliant big-hearted singing, dancing actress Addison, 10, helps raise £500 for charity (by Lelia, 9)

By Lelia, aged 9, and team of Jill Dando News reporters (live at the scene) (Photo…

Hello Hercules! Endangered deer fawn seen for the first time

By Animal Correspondent A rare Philippine spotted deer fawn has been born at Chester Zoo, providing a boost…

Would you like a New Year morale boost for your employees, bringing positivity, productivity and profits to your business?

With January statistically the most miserable month of the year, journalist and speaker Shane Dean has…

Diverse gathering from across the multiverse takes place – in a former lido (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent Over the weekend, the Stars of Time comic con…

Meet Jeff, The Miracle Cat (by Oliver, 13)

By Oliver, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent

The good news of laughter – start today!

By Happiness Correspondent If there is one thing you can do today to make you happier…

It’s official – happiness boosts productivity 

By Health Corresoondent There is now proof that caring about the wellbeing and happiness of your…

Emma trains up students to be brilliant public speakers – just like Jill Dando (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent Emma Britton, a former BBC Radio Bristol presenter and…

70 students write Sister Act reviews (by Zoe, 13)

It’s true – Brits are world’s biggest baked bean eaters!

By Food Correspondent, Jill Dando News It’s official – Brits are the world’s biggest baked bean…

Good news as cafes, bakery and help support adults with learning difficulties and poor mental health (By Ellise, 21)

Big hearted students get creative for people living with Dementia (By Grace, 11)

By Grace, 11, Jill Dando News Correspondent Every term, big hearted students volunteer to spend their…

TV’s Helen Skelton tells Foodbank Volunteers: You’re all Awesome

Funny kangaroo pic scoops wildlife 2023 top prize

By Jill Dando News A kangaroo pic has won a top comedy award. The funniest and…

A primary school where pupils ‘enjoy their fun learning’ has been given a ‘good’ rating in all areas by Ofsted

By Jill Dando News An Ofsted school inspection report rated West Huntspill Primary Academy near Highbridge…

Ellise, 21, our Jill Dando News Disabilities Correspondent, on journey across UK to motivate thousands of students and staff

By JIll Dando News  The inspirational Ellise, 21, Disabilities Correspondent for Jill Dando News and the…

Student smash maths challenge

By Grace, 13, Jill Dando News Some 15 students from The King Alfred School an Academy’s Sixth Form…

How to get through tough times, by Chief Scout, Bear Grylls OBE

By Scouts Correspondent, Jill Dando News When life starts to feel trickier than usual, Chief Scout,…

Top world footballer inspiring on and off the pitch (By Josh, 17)

By Josh Keyes, 17, Jill Dando News Top world footballer Raheem Sterling is inspiring on and…

Scores of inspirational students were awarded in an Oscar style celebration 

By Jill Dando News Students at Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset received a variety of…

Roman is the first to 200 in positive reward scheme (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver, 13, Jill Dando News Correspondent Year seven student Roman has reached 200 positives in…

UK charity putting fun and inclusion back into lives of people with disabilities

By Ellise Hollie Hayward, 21, Disabilities Correspondent, Jill Dando News (Ellise Hollie Hayward is the Disabilities…

Wonder dog Daisy saves distressed car who fell down a mineshaft (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver, 13, Jill Dando News  A Cornish canine, Daisy led her owner, Michele Rose, to…

(Watch video) Elvis impersonator Emilio, 20, makes Simon Cowell’s jaw drop on America’s Got Talent!

By Oscar, 13, Music Correspondent, Jill Dando News Emilio, 20, who went to the same school…

UK’s kindest man does random acts of kindness for over 1000 consecutive days

By Jill Dando News A Good Samaritan who has surprised strangers with random acts of kindness…

Venison steak and strawberry mile feullie dish of the day as Poppy stars in prestigious young chef competition

By Jill Dando News Poppy Mackay won the first round of the Rotary Young Chef competition…

Students visit one of the world’s best universities 

Story and photos by Zoe, Jill Dando News A small group of students from The King…

Fantastic students host Royal British Legion dignitaries for Remembrance Day

By Zoe, Jill Dando News @ TKASA Fantastic students hosted Royal British Legion dignitaries for Remembrance…

Students make poppies to remember those who died for their freedom

By Jaiden, 12, Jill Dando News @ PCSA Students have created poppies for the remembrance of…

Fuelled by the farm! Waitrose is the first retailer to power its tractors by cow manure

By Jill Dando News Waitrose is the first UK retailer to use renewable natural gas to power…

Homeless cat stuns carers after finding it has two noses!

By Jill Dando News A lovely homeless cat stunned its carers after they discovered it had…

Hovis ‘boy on his bike’ returns to iconic hill after 50 years

By Jill Dando News The original Hovis “boy on the bike” has returned to the scene…

Lewis, 17, who began at Jill Dando News aged 11, invited to perform at the Royal Albert Hall (By Oscar, 13)

By Oscar, 13, Music Correspondent, Jill Dando News A former Jill Dando Student, Lewis, 17, has…

Good news for charity as John Lewis Christmas advert launched

By Jill Dando News John Lewis ad for 2023 celebrates classic and changing Christmas traditions and…

Students impress MP with outstanding art bound for House of Commons

By Jill Dando News Children have been showcasing their artistic talents as part of a scheme…

The miracle technology of how I and others communicate without having a voice

By Ellise Hollie Hayward, 21, Disabilities Correspondent, Jill Dando News  Can you imagine not having a…

Good news for The Beatles fans as their last song “Now And Then” is finally released! (By Oscar, 13)

By Oscar, 13, Music Correspondent, Jill Dando News @ WCSA It’s really good news if you…

Fantastic floats dazzled crowds at Carnival (by Zoe, Grace and Bella)

By Zoe, Grace and Bella, Jill Dando News @ TKASA Burnham-on-Sea’s carnival in Somerset, UK took…

Zach, 10, meets hero footballer and writes first story for his school’s new Jill Dando News club

By Jill Dando News Zach, 10, of Ashcombe Primary School got to meet his star footballing…

Super Samara, 19, reaches grand finals of prestigious UK National Miss Pageant 

By Jill Dando News Samara Siviter, 19, Mental Health Correspondent for the UK newspaper the Good…

Jill Dando News UK helps to create a library in Malawi

By Oliver, 13, and reporters, Jill Dando News @ WCSA and PCSA Jill Dando News is…

Middle East growing in popularity for Brits moving abroad

By World Correspondent Middle Eastern countries are rising rapidly up the table of desirable destinations for…

Proud pupils at Pawlett Primary 

By Jill Dando News Pupils and staff are proud of their school at Pawlett Primary School…

Could the UK soon have good news for all animals with low noise fireworks? Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm hopes so

By Jill Dando News Could an expanding low noise fireworks campaign soon be good news for…

Good news as industry leading air tightness launched

By Business Editor The Roofing and Cladding division of ISD Solutions has created what it believes…

“It’s all about the people” – even more good times ahead as staff praised on firm’s 25th birthday

By Business Editor The founder of one of the South West’s leading service specialists for affordable…

Good news for young people as 10 year celebration sparks appointment to satisfy surge in demand for domestic electric courses

By Business Editor An independent provider of trades courses in Bristol has marked 10 years in…

Inspirational Izzy, 11, completes epic 20-mile walk for charity

By Ellise Hollie Hayward, 21, Disabilities Correspondent, Jill Dando News  Young philanthropist Izzy Rutter, an 11-year-old…

Town mayor hails big hearted residents’ raising £170 for charity

By Charity Corespondent, Jill Dando News The FUCHSIA Cancer Support Group held a coffee morning at…

Good news for Bluebell, Bottlebrush and other endangered koalas in new partnership

By Animal Correspondent, Jill Dando News It’s good news for endangered Koala’s with a brilliant new…

Tank the Lab Cross raises charity cash despite battling terminal illness

By Dogs Correspondent, Jill Dando News A brave dog, who was set to take part in…

Good news for families as M&S Food donates one million fresh and healthy meals in new partnership with FareShare

By Jill Dando News It’s good news for UK families today as Marks & Spencer has…

“I’m not the King!” Funny moment as Mayor of Jill Dando’s home town is interviewed by pupil reporters

By Jill Dando News The mayor of Jill Dando’s home town has been interviewed by budding…

Doctor Who enthusiasts crowd into museum in Jill Dando’s home town for an amazing exhibition (By Oliver, 13)

By Oliver, 13, Jill Dando News (who visited the exhibition) Weston Museum in Jill Dando’s home…

Donkeys enjoy tasty and healthy pumpkin treat

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Charity Young Minds have launched The Writers Programme for young people with experience of struggling with their mental health. 

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Ex-student Poppy appears in top new TV advert

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First graduate of Jill Dando News, 23, becomes one of Britain’s youngest football club Board members

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Good news for children in Jill Dando’s home town as £400,000 all-inclusive play park opens

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18 super students become Jill Dando news reporters in one day!

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Jamie breaks mountain climbing world record (By Joel, 15, Jill Dando News)

By Joel, 15, Jill Dando News @ WCSA Jamie Aarons has set a new time record…

Why drinking water is good news for you

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World’s biggest party for one of the cutest pooches on the planet

By Jill Dando News Hundreds of golden retrievers and their owners have smashed a world record.…

Britpop Brilliant: A poignant concert reminding us of the extraordinary impact and influence that Blur had on the 1990s

By Samara Siviter reporting from the concert On Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th July, Britpop legends…

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Six-year-old Albie raises whopping £885 of money for epilepsy charity  

Evie, 11, Jill Dando News @ PCSA Amazing six year old Castle Batch Primary School student,…

50 years on from thalidomide: Family Fund marks five decades supporting disabled or seriously ill children   

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PHOTOS: Summer show opens to high praise at King Alfred School Academy

Drama students at King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge have performed the first of several performances…

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Superb school fair brings hundreds for fun and fundraising

By Jill Dando News Hundreds of people flocked to a superb school for their annual summer…

My time on national radio taking about Britain’s biggest issue

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“I absolutely love Jill Dando News”: Top world leader speaks to reporter Rose, 11, 

By Jill Dando News An entrepreneur who has run some of the world’s biggest companies has…

Miracle ocean iphone find by diver

By Jill Dando News A diver miracously found someone’s lost iphone in the ocean and retuned…

Prestigious ‘School of Character’ quality mark awarded to academy

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Why I’m campaigning to End The Wait for mental health support, by Samara, 18

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Ellise hails “beyond incredible” intensive therapy centre

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Former headteacher receives accolade in King’s Birthday Honours List after incredible 53 years of services to volleyball

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Weston mum hosts festival this Saturday to raise money for local charities

By Jill Dando News Castle Batch Primary School Academy staff member Paula Sweeting and family and friends…

Prince William on UK tour to ‘finally end homelessness’

By Jill Dando news The Prince of Wales is touring the UK in his bid to…

Local media, marketing and technology company raises £3,200 for local disability charity

A team of staff from local media, marketing and technology company scaled the UK’s three peaks…

A free family breakfast event will be held this Saturday at an ambitious academy

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Singers, lawyers, journalists – 11 and 12 year olds apply for their dream jobs at interview challenge

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A wandering wallaby stuns walker in stunning Somerset

By Jill Dando News As the near 1 million people of Somerset know, it is one…

Prince William praised for his brilliant good news end-to-homelessness plan

By Jill Dando News Prince William is on a bold and brilliant crusade to end homelessness. His…

High-flying Jack, 16, wins top flying scholarship 

By Mollie and Emma, both 17, Jill Dando News Jack Regan, 16, of Priory Community School…

Planet vs People: Is a paperless society all that it’s marked up to be?

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A top entrepreneur who started at the age of 14 has been interviewed by Jill Dando News reporter Grace, 11

By Jill Dando News Timo Armoo has built a brilliant firm called Fanbytes worth tens of…

Watch: Funny video of Amber the ape ‘asking’ stunned woman to give her some sweets

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Eco conscious students run school takeover for Eco Week 

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Brother and sister pups Buddy and Frankie start new dream jobs to help thousands of young people at mental health charity

By Mollie and Emma, both 17, at Jill Dando News Meet Buddy and Frankie, the cute…

Memories of a Monarch shared over a cup of tea (by Molly, 17)

By Mollie Ford, 17, Jill Dando News @ TKASA Church members saw their weekly gathering for…

Meet Molly, 17 and Emma, 17, two brilliant new Jill Dando News reporters

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It’s a miracle! Four children found alive in Amazon after 40 days

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Brilliant students enjoy den building, bushcraft and more at their summer camp

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Superb Shannon, 15, brings pupils and students together for eco action

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Architects, lawyers, zoologists: Super 50 impress in inspirational careers interviews for their dream jobs 

By Jill Dando News Fifty wonderful students aged 11 and 12 have won awards after impressing…

Camels and golf not unicorns! Chloe, 10, interviews top Middle East entrepreneur Obediah

By Jill Dando News Brilliant Chloe, 11, of Jill, Dando News has interviewed a top entrepreneur…

Smiling runner Mabel, 4, praised by one of world’s best ever athletes Paula Radcliffe

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The miracle of a terminally ill woman, 44, saved by her dog during beach trip

By Jill Dando News Who says miracles don’t happen? Certainly not Lucy Humphrey. The terminally ill…

“Anything is possible!” Hari motivates the world after becoming first double above-the-knee amputee to beat Everest

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Bear the dog digs to safety after three days stuck down hole

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The good news of NASA’s clever slithering robot set to uncover Saturn’s mysteries (by Denis, 13, Jill Dando News)

By Denis, 13, Jill Dando News If you have ever wanted to know more about the…

Get ready to rock! Brilliant students to do yet another astounding summer musical (By Mark, 15, Jill Dando News @ Priory)

By Mark, 15, Jill Dando News Following last year’s electrifying and madcap production of Ashman &…

Thousands flock to Badminton Horse Trials’ (By Oliver, 12, Jill Dando News @ Worle)

By Oliver, 12, Jill Dando News (reporting at the scene) Thousands of horse enthusiasts flocked to…

Digital marketing apprentices join local media and technology company

By Jill Dando News Marketing, media and technology group, the Ascot Group, continues to support the…

Weston welcomes first ever seaside brick festival!

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Chatter and natter to brighten your day

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Inspirational Jack, 18, guest at Buckingham Palace garden party (By Zoe, 14, Jill Dando News @ TKASA)

By Zoe, Year 9, Jill Dando News Inspirational student Jack Clark of The King Alfred School…

Kaftrio saved our lives – now we are fighting for cystic fibrosis patients around the world to have the same chance

By Jill Dando News “Three years ago my lung function was 11% and I was hours…

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm finalists in awards

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The Princess of Wales marks Mental Health Awareness Week at Anna Freud

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Who’s a clever parrot? These ones certainly are…

By Jill Dando News Pet parrots have been forming friendships through technology. It’s true that these…

Need a mental health boost? Look and listen to the birds…

By Jill Dando News They’ve been around far longer than us, singing, eating and being calm,…

Russell running length of Africa – equal to 360 marathons – for charity in only 240 days

By Jill Dando News Russell Cook is running the whole length of Africa for charity… in…

Charity helping people box their way through anxiety (By Evie, 11)

By Evie, 11, Jill Dando News @ Priory Community School Academy Enya, 15, found a way…

Charlie’s Trophy Win!

By Jill Dando News at St Anne’s Church Academy in West Wick Charlie, 10, from St…

(Watch video) Meet the world’s oldest dog, Bobi – a staggering 31 years’ young

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Boss of fast expanding mental health charity demands PM copies US good news push for kids’ social media ban

The boss of one of Britain’s fastest growing mental health charities is demanding PM Riski Sunak…

BBC TV and radio visit school launching brilliant new ‘Teacher for the Day’ programme 

By Jill Dando News BBC TV and radio visited a popular primary school as its thriving…

Good news for millions of US kids as fed-up parent politicians push for legal ban on social media

By Jill Dando News This could be really good news for the mental health of millions…

Good news at last as food prices to fall

By Jill Dando News It’s good news for millions. At last – food prices are coming…

From Oli Murs to the Coronation to helping boost mental health – it’s time for King Charles IV

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(Watch video) Sir Richard, Sir Cliff and Fiona Bruce hail Jill Dando News

By Jill Dando News A host of international stars, including Sir Richard, Sir Cliff and Fiona…

Thank you Alan Titchmarsh! Little Learners learn about the miraculous butterfly

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Little Learners learn the wonders of the world (By Maddie, 10)

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King Charles III’’s Coronation watched by more than 18 million viewers

By Jill Dando News The King’s Coronation was watched by an average of 18 million viewers…

Teacher raises over £3000 for cancer charity after running London Marathon – in the top 5 per cent of fundraisers

By Bella F, 11 and Grace H, 12, Jill Dando News  A proud father, husband and…

World celebrations at wonderful good news of The Coronation of The King and Queen

By Jill Dando News The world celebrated wonderful good new soo the Coronation of The King…

Students share Coronation joy with dementia group

By Jill Dando News reporters It was wonderful good news as King Charles III became officially…

Ghana becomes first country to approve game changing malaria vaccine (By Denis, 13)

By Denis, 13, Jill Dando News @ Worle Community School Academy There is hope for millions…

Fossilised trunks secret to shed even more light on how life evolved on earth (By Denis, 13)

By Denis, 13, Jill Dando News Scientists could be even nearer to finding out the secret…

New Principal appointed at the start of an exciting new era

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Could this be how life began? Unique lightning hit births mystery new mineral

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Popular teacher of 33 years encourages people to visit her school in a new ‘Teacher for the Day’ programme 

By Jill Dando News Brilliant primary school and its thriving multi academy trust has launched a…

Teacher for the Day! Could you work at one of the south west’s fastest improving schools and its thriving multi academy trust?

By Jill Dando News One of the south west’s fastest improving schools and its thriving multi…

(Watch video) “If ever, we need good news, it is today”: Sir Cliff Richard hails wonderful Jill Dando News

By Jill Dando News Sir Cliff Richard has backed students in Jill Dando News across the…

Budding Mary Berry, 14, wins national final

By Jill Dando News A Mary Berry of the future has scooped the top prize for…

Highbridge and Burnham students meet Nick Ross and receive ‘well done’ messages from Sir Richard Branson and a host of famous names

Sir Richard Branson, Sir Cliff Richard, Nick Ross and Fiona Bruce lead tributes to ‘absolutely brilliant’…

Space experts get world’s first glimpse back to potentially what happened billions of years ago after runaway black hole sparks baby stars (By Denis, 13)

By Denis, 13, Jill Dando News @ Worle Community School Academy Astronomers were left stunned after…

Nick Ross visits Jill Dando News reporters at her former school where the ‘good news worldwide’ scheme in her memory was born

By Jill Dando News Nick Ross today met Jill Dando News students on the 24th anniversary…

Sir Richard Branson, Sir Cliff Richard, Nick Ross and Fiona Bruce lead tributes to ‘absolutely brilliant’ Jill Dando News on the anniversary of the BBC presenter’s death

By Jill Dando News Sir Richard Branson, Sir Cliff Richard, Nick Ross and Fiona Bruce are…

Teacher raises over £5k in only two weeks to build the first library in an African village which could become a base for Jill Dando News

By Jill Dando News English teacher Sarah O’Gorman from Priory Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset…

Brilliant Bonnie fulfils makes England debut after starting on her dream aged 7

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Gwyn the great train cleaner celebrates turning 80 and still loves his job

By Jill Dando News An 80-year-old train cleaner who works shifts until the early hours of…

Pupils enjoy brilliant bedtime stories – hours earlier than normal!

By Sophie, age 10. Pupils have been enjoying brilliant bedtime stories – hours before they would…

Spike the penguin crowned world’s best

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World leading firm reaches 100 employee milestone in meteoritic success story

By Jill Dando News A unique visionary marketing, media and technology business has attained a major…

Everest climb Oscar, 6, hails £10,000 donation as a ‘pleasant surprise’

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4-Year-Old piano prodigy stuns crowds

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10-Year-Old Ruby bullied for big feet sets world record

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One of world’s best billionaires and philanthropist quizzed by Denis, 13 (watch video)

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Popular teacher inspiring children for decades at a brilliant school officially becomes its permanent Principal

By Jill Dando News A popular teacher who has been inspiring children for decades at a…

A multi academy trust has become the first educational organisation to win a prestigious business award

By Jill Dando News The Priory Learning Trust scooped first prize as Employer of the Year,…

Britain’s loneliest dog finds new forever home

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Orbit bound! Artist launches interactive art exhibition

By Jill Dando News Inspired to take his artwork to new heights, internationally renowned artist, Whatshisname has launched…

Record-breaking 4500 people step forward to help guide dog charity

By Oliver, 12, Jill, Dando News The stunning Guide Dogs for the Blind charity has had…

Keiran, 14, quizzes Dominic who overcame mental health and alcoholism to become one of Britain’s best young entrepreneurs

By Jill Dando News Kieran, 14, has quizzed Dominic who overcome mental health issues and alcoholism…

Shortlist for the Prestigious Carnegie Children’s Book Award is Selected

By Oliver, 12 and Denis, 13, Jill Dando News This month, the UK’s most loved and…

(Watch video) Maria, 12, follows in Jill Dando’s footsteps to quiz top founding CEO

By Jill Dando News Maria, 12, is fast following in the footsteps of former BBC TV…

Children enjoy being lollipop person for the day after visit from popular Heather

By Jill Dando News Little Learners at West Huntspill Primary Academy near Burnham on Sea and…

We meet the brilliant Barnacle Buoys singers (by Holly and Grace, aged 10)

By Holly and Grace, Jill Dando News The Barnacle Buoys visited Castle Batch Primary School in…

Want to be happy? Try out new masterclass in world’s happiest nation

By Jill Dando News If you live in the UK or America, then it might be…

(WATCH VIDEO) Pupils shine with sparkling Youtube choir performance (By Erica and Sophia, 10)

By Erica and Sophia, 10, Jill Dando News Pupils are shining and sparkling with a fabulous…

Bighearted fundraiser to take on one of Britain’s toughest challenges for mental health charity

By Jill Dando News A fundraiser is set to pull on his walking boots to take…

DJ Bolt, 12, soaring in excellent DJ competitions

By Denis, 12, Jill Dando News DJ Bolt, 12, is gearing up to participate in an…

Wonderful well-being talk by charity Kooth!

By Rose & Hayden, 10, Jill Dando News A worker from the mental wellbeing website called…

Meet the world’s oldest fitness instructor – Jean, a sprightly 102! (By Jill Dando News)

By Jill Dando News Jean Bailey, 102, is reportedly the world’s oldest fitness instructor. Four times…

Why and how our school is safe and good for mental health (By Bella, 12)

By Bella, 12, Jill Dando News My school in my opinion is a very safe place,…

New Discovery: Bees share tricks and tips (By Oliver, 12)

By Oliver, 12, Jill Dando News @ Worle Community School Academy New studies show that bumblebees…

Super charity comedian Eva, 14, wins big award

By Jill Dando News A young comic who is raising awareness and money, while bringing smiles…

Wonderful World Book Day! (By Chloe and Oliver, 10)

By Chloe and Ollie, 10, Jill Dando News Castle Batch Primary School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, and…

Amazing author inspires young minds

By Rose, 11, Jill Dando News A very famous author called Andy Seed visited Castle Batch…

Attenborough’s latest film heads to Jill Dando’s home town

By Jill Dando News Some of the filming for the latest Sir David Attenborough TV series…

Simon the super cat hikes, bikes, and rafts

By Jill Dando News Simon the super cat is a moody like no other. JJ Yosh…

Bumblebee brilliance as study shows they solve puzzles by watching peers

By Jill Dando News Bumblebees learn to solve puzzles by watching their more experienced peers, scientists…

A Where’s Wally World Book Day! (By Kaden, 12, Jill Dando News)

By Kaden, Year 7, Jill Dando News A school celebrated World Book Day with a ‘Where’s…

Heneh, 12, quizzes successful entrepreneur who starred on TV’s Dragon’s Den

By Jill Dando News Heneh, 12, is the latest Jill Dando News reporter to quiz a…

A 12 year old boy gets our King’s reply! (By Jill Dando News reporters aged 9 and 10)   

By Dexter 10, Sophia 10, Isabel, 10, Anabel, 10, Austin, 10, Tye, 9, Luke A, 10, Joe,…

Berrow School gets new name and upgrades as it joins The Priory Learning Trust

Berrow Primary School will be joining The Priory Learning Trust from the start of May when…

MP opens new incredible £250,000 expansion to a thriving Sixth Form and its Jill Dando News Centre

By Oliver Masley, 12, Jill Dando News An MP has officially opened an incredible new quarter-of-a-million-pound…

Successful headteacher joins thriving multi academy trust

By Jill Dando News A successful headteacher who took his school to become one of the…

Heinz seeks the man who survived 24 days at sea with nothing but ketchup and seasonings

By Jill Dando News Heinz is seeking a miracle man who survived at sea so they…

Want to be happier? Treat your weekend like a holiday

By Jill Dando news For a happiness boost, research shows that simply treating your weekends like…

High-flying Weston stay top of the table

Match report by Frankie Moore. Weston-super-Mare came back with a bang at the Optima as they…

South African estate celebrates birth of rare baby Zebra-sub species – last spotted in 1883

By Jill Dando News Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, renowned for its eco projects is…

Outstanding Athletics training for pupils at top school

By Ollie and Grace, aged 10, Jill Dando News Two year 6 classes enjoyed a tremendous…

Extraordinary Eco-clothing trade (by Holly and Chloe, 10, Jill Dando News)

By Holly and Chloe, 10, Jill Dando News An Eco Club at a brilliant primary school…

Molkky, swords and more at marvellous multi-skill event! (By Hayden and Rose, 10, Jill Dando News)

By Hayden and Rose, aged 10, Jill Dando News  Year 4 children at an excellent primary…

Visits to elderly care centres planned by big-hearted visionary students

By Jill Dando News Big-hearted students are to visit the elderly in care centres alongside their…

Be snappy to enter one of world’s best Astronomy Photographer of the Year competitions

By Jill Dando News There are not many days left to enter the Astronomy Photographer of the…

Now what’s I call late! Letter arrives – 100+ years after posting

By Jill Dando News With emails and snapchats, we are used to quite literal instant communication…

New Baginnings grandmother entrepreneur turns old leather sofas into £200 handbags

By Jill Dando News Now take a seat and listen to this incredible story. A out…

Rich Brothers, Monty Don and Titchmarsh inspiring generations of flourishing gardeners

By Jill Dando News The Rich brothers, Monty Don and Alan Titchmarsh are helping to inspire…

New free service launched to help cut residents’ energy bills

By Jill Dando News Residents finding it difficult to pay their energy bills could be eligible…

(Watch Video) Tamsen, 14, discovers favourite fictional character of leading CEO 

By Jill Dando News Well done Tamsen, 14, who is flying high in her early journalism…

Is Monks’ poo a secret path to happiness?

By Jill Dando News Chinese researchers are excited about a possible link between long-term meditation, gut…

Awesome Anandita, 15, shaves hair for charity that helped her

By Jill Dando News Anandita, 15, shaved her hair for charity Gympanzees after it helped boost…

UK backed charity helping to feed thousands in one of world’s biggest countries 

By Jill Dando News  A UK backed Brazilian charity is aiming to solve the problem of…

13 super students appointed to represent values and character across school and community 

By Tamsen, 14, Jill Dando News A team of 13 students are buzzing with excitement after being…

Good news for jobs and business in South Africa

By Jill Dando News Nelson Mandela would be very proud. A UNIQUE enterprise development programme is…

A new headteacher has started at a kind and ambitious school

By Jill Dando News Mark Tidman has taken up the position of Principal at Worle Community…

(Watch Video) 11 year old Leah quizzes USA-based founder and CEO of $5 billion tech company

By Jill Dando News Leah is only 11 but has just helped interview the founder and…

That’s nuts! Hoarder woodpecker stashes 700lbs of nuts (By Samuel, 12, Jill Dando News)

By Samuel, aged 12, Jill Dando News @ Priory Academy A woodpeckers stash in North America is…

Asia’s longest missing bird returns after 170 years (By India,12, and Amy, 13, Jill Dando News)

By India,12 and Amy, 13, Jill Dando News @ Priory Academy This bird wasn’t seen for…

UK residents rally to aid Turkey as worldwide appeals races towards £1 million in one day

By Jill Dando News The worldwide donation amount on fundraising site JustGiving has exceeded £750,000 in…

“The best chicken pie ever!” High praise from top TV chef for Libby, 14, who excels in national finals

By Jill Dando News A 14 year old has excelled in a UK chef finals in…

Chef Poppy in outstanding effort to reach last 8 of 2000 students

By Jill Dando News Master chef student Poppy has excelled in a regional finals, finishing in…

91-year-old crossing guard retires after 41 years without a day off! – ‘My life feels so complete’

By Jill Dando News Hero crossing guard Louise Kobs, a pillar of her Long Island community,…

Good news as grey seals flourish again in British coastal waters

By Jill Dando News It’s good news as grey seals are once again flourishing in British…

Students to sell eco jewellery made up of renewable materials from the beach

By Kandra and Syke, 11, Jill Dando News The Young Enterprise group at the Sixth Form…

Ex-alcoholic launches Mental Fitness programme

By Jill Dando News A former alcholic who was addicted to alcohol for 30 years is…

“Anything is possible!” Amazing dance school sees two Welsh champions

By Jill Dando News TWO students from Worle’s All Stars Dance School in Weston-super-Mare Somerset have…

Laugh Again motivational talks launched as anxiety rockets

By Good News Post Life enthusiast Shane Dean has launched his ‘Laugh Again’ talks to help…

‘Selfie Bear’ snaps 400 pics on wildlife camera

By Jill Dando News If you go down to the woods today, you might see a…

Meet Bobi the world’s oldest dog of all time

By Jill Dando News Bobi, a 30-year-old Rafeiro do Alentejo, has been crowned the world’s oldest…

Know a young hero? Nominations now open for the Bristol Young Heroes Awards 2023

By Jill Dando News reporter The Bristol Young Heroes Awards 2023 nominations were opened on Wednesday…

Girls in maths celebrated in top university’s advanced programme 

By Jill Dando News The female maths students from Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset…

Dodo could face a resurrection nearly 400 years since it became extinct

By Jill Dando News The dodo could be brought back from the dead by scientists in…

New plant special uncovered after 170 years

By Jill Dando News A nature photographer has rediscovered a plant species after 170 years. The…

Hero cop who can’t swim rescues drowning infant

By Jill Dando New Hero police officer Me’Atia Sanderson saved a child’s life, a local sheriff…

Not spiderman, it’s super pooch PC Reggie – one of hundreds of dogs keeping our streets safe

By Jill Dando News In the spiderman films, it’s Peter Parker helping police keep the streets…

South Africa ranked as 17th most-watched nation for travel

By Jill Dando News South Africa has been ranked as the 17th most-watched country for travel.…

World leading firm is expanding with new job and apprentice opportunities

One of North Somerset’s leading companies is expanding with new job and apprentice opportunities in Worle,…

Walking the dog, cycling and squatting – study shows how to boost brain and memory

Walking the dog, cycling and doing squats can all help boost your brain and memory according…

Jill Dando News’ Mark, 14, quizzes Lord Sugar’s The Apprentice winner

By Jill Dando News Mark, 14, of Jill Dando News has helped quiz The Apprentice winner…

Raging Romans, clever Caerleon and the Year 4 crew

By Bethany, age 9  The Year 4 children from St. Anne’s Church Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset…

Zoomy Zach zooms for victory to raise charity cash (by Jill Dando News reporter)

By Zach, 9, Jill Dando News Zachary, aged 9 from St. Anne’s Church Academy in Weston-super-Mare,…

Mental health for men with first ever veteran support group

By Jill Dando News A men’s mental health service is putting on its ever veterans social support group. The…

Italian and Swiss students arrive at high-flying Sixth Form

By Jill Dando News Gaia and Giada from Italy, and Falke from Switzerland have landed at…

Scouts award and praise from Bear Grylls for unsung hero Nicole

By Jill Dando News A inspirational teenager has been given a Scouts’ award and praise from…

Queen Elizabeth award for hero boy 4, who saved his family from carbon monoxide poisoning

By Jill Dando News A four year old boy has been hailed a hero after he…

Money and success DON’T make you happy. Five joy secrets revealed after 80 year study

By The Editor Good relationships trump money and success for happiness, according to a book based…

Three years wait and what a performance by The Killers! (by Samara, 18, Jill Dando News)

As Netflix film a new Jill Dando documentary, meet her latest legacy students  

By Jill Dando News They are only 11 to 15 years old but more new students  are…

Fantastic fun as Little Learners create 

By Jill Dando News  Children aged 2 to 4 have been having fantastic fun as they…

Blind girl singing Adele classic song goes viral

By Jill Dando News Our Good News Post philosophy, part of our Jill Dando News training…

High-flying team with big ambition halted by second place (by Josh, 16, Jill Dando News)

By Josh, 16, Jill Dando News Match report Weston Super-Mare 0-1 Truro City    A cold…

Take That and Party! Children wow after creating their own band

Little children have been impressing with their imagination and musical skills. The amazing reception children at…

Jill would be proud! Meet our new budding journalists doing good news stories in Jill Dando’s memory 

By Jill Dando News They are only 11 to 15 years old but more new students  are…

Online safety tips for young students by police

By Jill Dando News Children are being given online safety tips by visiting police. Burnham-On-Sea Police…

From an ostrich, and Bar-tailed godwits to Willow warbler’s – yes, it’s the Big Garden Birdwatch Weekend

By Jill Dando News Birds are one of the most incredible animals on planet earth, found…

Pupils raise over £100 for superb charities

By Jill Dando News Brilliant pupils have raised over £100 for two different excellent charities They…

Children worldwide celebrate cheerful Chinese New Year (By Hayden and Oliver, 10)

By Hayden and Oliver, aged 10, Jill Dando News at Castle Batch Primary School Academy The…

New penguin colony spotted during search for poo

Some 500 birds in a colony of emperor penguins has been spotted in Antarctica – during a search…

Dolly Parton brings 25,000 books of reading joy to children (By Amy, 13)

By Amy, 13, Jill Dando News, at Priory Community School Academy Children across Scotland received over…

Want to be happy? It’s relationships – not money or fame

By Shane Dean, Editor and Motivational Speaker. It’s official – close relationships, not money or fame,…

Move over spiderman! These are our real-life Little Heroes (by Chloe and Rose, 10)

By Chloe and Rose, aged 10, Jill Dando News @ Castle Batch Little Hero pupils of…

Pupils go Cricket Crazy (By Holly and Grace, 10)

By Holly and Grace, 10, Jill Dando News Pupils in a primary school are going cricket…

Four great gymnasts excel in a spectacular performance! (By Emma, 10)

By Emma, age 10, Jill Dando News Two Year 6 gymnasts and Year 2 gymnasts from…

Netflix accounces new life, death and legacy documentary on Jill Dando

By Jill Dando News The life, death and legacy of BBC broadcaster Jill Dando will be…

Author who has sold 275 million books celebrates Jill Dando News reporters’ legacy to BBC journalist

By Jill Dando News One of the world’s best selling authors has sent a message to…

Spectacular Sophie springs into the action (by Madison, 10)

By Madison, age 10, Jill Dando News Sophie, aged ten from St. Anne’s Church Academy at…

Uber miracle as random ride results in driver donating kidney to passenger

By Jill Dando News Bill Sumiel stumbled across a miracle after taking a ride with Uber…

Want to be happy and least stressed? Be a farmer, forester or lumberjack – not a lawyer says new study

By Jill Dando News We hear often about finding meaning and purpose is a fast-track to…

Good news on planet Earth’s ozone layer, UN finds

By Jill Dando News It is terrific news for our planet as we enter 2023. The…

India, 12, stars on top entrepreneurs’ podcast

By Jill Dando News India, 12, of Priory Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset is the…

(Watch video) Martin Lewis’ good news for all! Energy Bills expected to fall

By Jill Dando News This is just good news for all people. Watch Martin Lewis on…

World leading firm sponsors future world-champion Judo star

By Jill Dando News A fantastic marketing, media and technology company has announced it will be…

Fit for the Tate! Students’ mural masterpiece wows

By Jill Dando News Some 15 students inspired by one of world’s best artists overcome pandemic…

Little Oscar, 6, to climb 12 mountains for children’s charity

By Jill Dando News Super six year old Oscar is to climb the height of Mount…

Wow! Students wow with Shakespeare show performance

By Jill Dando News reporters Kandra, Skye and Becca, Year 7 Students at The King Alfred…

Lost cat happy ending after Shadow reunited with owners – 10 years on

By Jill Dando News A UK cat has been reunited with its owners 10 years after…

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s a library!

By Jill Dando News This is a school library like no other! An aeroplane has been…

Barry the Campus cat follows his siblings to school

By Jill Dando News Barry the ginger cat so misses his siblings that he follows them…

Beautiful blue skies as pupils thrive at Forest School 

By Jill Dando News  Pupils at St Anne’s Church Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset basked in the…

MP sends ‘huge congratulations’ to school celebrating Good Ofsted

By Jill Dando News An MP has sent his ‘huge congratulations’ to students, staff and a…

Four big hearted brothers already raise £94,000 in potential world record 3000 mile rowing feat

By Jill Dando News Four brothers – made up of two sets of twins – are…

Blue Monday? Not a chance! Boost your business instead with chocolate, coffee and positivity-fuelled talks! 

Life enthusiast launches New Year positivity boost talks. On so-called Blue Monday, life enthusiast and speaker…

Meet up for tea or coffee on Brew Monday!

By Jill Dando News Good News – it’s not Blue Monday, it’s Brew Monday! People are…

Looking forward to a thriving 2023! Inspirational UK firm celebrate extraordinary 20 years

By Jill Dando News A marketing, media and technology company based in Worle, Somerset took over…

Mayor praises high-flying King Alfred School on glowing Ofsted report

By Jill Dando News An area’s Mayor has congratulated the team at The King Alfred School…

Brilliant school choir thrives in UK Young Voices event 

By Jill Dando News The school choir from Kewstoke Primary School in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset travelled to…

Poppy shows off her Mary Berry talents with another chef success

By Jill Dando News Master chef student Poppy has thrived yet again excelled in another top…

(Watch video) Jill Dando young reporters partner with top Business Leader magazine to interview world high-flyers

By Jill Dando News Children as young as 9 in memory of TV legend Jill Dando…

Glowing Ofsted report for high-flying academy and sixth form

By Jill Dando News Hundreds of students and staff are celebrating after their 11-18 academy gained…

‘We get up, we go back, we try again’… motivational life message from UK Space Agency after first mission attempt 

By Jill Dando News The UK Space Agency has given an inspirational message which can be…

UK space launch: First ever Cornwall rocket mission set to blast off

By Jill Dando News The first ever orbital space launch from British soil is getting ready…

Real life heroes celebrated for making the world a better place 

By Jill Dando News Inspirational students have received Hero Awards for their incredible acts of kindness.…

Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm animals enjoy late Christmas!

By Jill Dando News Elephants, rhinos, meerkats and lions are enjoying “their own late Christmas” with…

Sheep rescued by ‘bleating noises’ made by heroic animal charity workers

By Jill Dando News Sheep are one of the world’s most fascinating creatures. Now animal rescuers…

Happy New Year – the best is yet to come!

By The Editor Alan Titchmarsh was right – we need positive good news stories to keep…

Why laughter is good news

By Shane Dean, Editor and Motivational Speaker, the Good News Brain Laughter has been called a…

Students are celebrating winning a Hot Chocolate with the headteacher for excellent character and hard work

By Jill Dando News Congratulations to students at schools across The Priory Learning Trust in Somerset…

Tribute paid to ‘gentleman journalist’ who taught Jill Dando

By Jill Dando News TRIBUTES have been to a much-loved journalist and teacher who trained Jill…

One of world’s first eco dogs hailed for clearing up plastic on his walks!

Scruff the miracle pooch is one of the world’s first eco dogs. The border collie has…

Abandoned pup Polaris saved from being put down by big hearted pilot

By Jill Dando News A United Airlines pilot came to the rescue and adopted an abandoned…

December to remember with huge fundraising and celebrations at popular school

By Kandra, Jill Dando News A school raised hundreds of pounds in December showing their real…

Dakota Security Services donates e-scooter to victim after theft

A SECURITY company has bought a new electric scooter for a local bar worker after hers…

Super awards evening celebrates brilliant students 

By Jill Dando News Students at The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge, Somerset won a…

World leading orchestra’s Christmas concert to be beamed free into care homes, hospitals and hospices.

By Jill Dando News The London Philharmonic Orchestra’s ‘Christmas at Claridge’s’ concert is to be broadcast…

Young writers’ Christmas Book reaches no.3 on Amazon chart

By Jill Dando News The students from Priory Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare published their Christmas-themed…

School Trust among finalists for Somerset Business Awards 2023

By Jill Dando News The shortlist has been announced for the Somerset Business Awards 2023, with…

Rider wins bike prize in raffle towards new sensory room

By Jill Dando News One lucky winner at West Huntspill Primary Academy in Somerset took home…

‘Miracle’ baby born at Christmas

By Jill Dando News A baby born at Worcestershire Royal Hospital has been described as a…

Students learn real life food production at brilliant bakers with over 100 years’ experience 

By Grace, 12 and Kyla, 12, Jill Dando News Students have been enjoying learning about bakery…

Brilliant students demonstrate their speaking talents and passions in amazing live event 

By Amy, 13, Jill Dando News @ PCSA 22 teenagers took part in a highly acclaimed…

Meet a real good news firm – already one of the world’s best to work for

By The Editor One of the world’s best firms with a powerful good news, positivity and…

Students bring Christmas cheer to care home residents

By Jill Dando News Dozens of students at Priory Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset have…

Our teachers raise £240 for Movember!

By Kandra, Skye (Year 7) and Hazel (Year 8), Jill Dando News @ TKASA  Teachers at…

Wonder pupils win prestigious Carnival mask competition – for the second year running.

By Jill Dando News The Pupils at Pawlett Primary School Academy in Somerset won Bridgwater Guy Fawkes…

Free porridge for all students and staff brings Christmas cheer every morning

By Amy, 12, Jill Dando News Priory Community School Academy is offering free porridge at 8AM…

Despite ‘good news style’ England football, it’s not coming home – but Dave the cat is!

After losing 2-1 to France in the World Cup quarter-final, the England squad began their journey…

Superb school football team breaks records to enter last stages of prestigious national cup competition 

By Jill Dando News As England gets excited for its World Cup progress, a school football…

School eco warriors discover how to transform everyday inhaler usage  

By Tamsen, 14, Jill Dando News Priory Community School Academy’s student-led Eco Committee – PECO –…

Donations galore for Weston Foodbank in memory of ‘kind and caring’ Liam

By Sam, 12, Jill Dando News @ PCSA Members of the Liam Shepherd Foundation are supporting…

Pupils aged 4, 5 and 6 star in fantastic Wriggly Nativity

By Jill Dando News  Pupils at St Anne’s Church Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset have entertained parents,…

Brilliant students celebrate winning awards at glittering ceremony

By Gytis, 13, Jill Dando News Brilliant students have celebrated winning awards at a glittering ceremony.…

Prestigious award for heart hero’s marathon charity feat

By Jill Dando News A man from Jill Dando’s home town, who walked a marathon along The…

Generous pupils help out Foodbank with visiting talk from organiser 

By Jill Dando News Brilliant pupils from Pawlett Primary School Academy near Bridgwater, Somerset had a…

Students celebrate incredible Christmas Lights Switch On with accompanying spectacular choir

By Kandra, Tory, Sky and Kaden (Year 7) and Hazel (Year 8) Jill Dando News Students…

Experienced Jill Dando News reporter Mark, 14, looks back on incredible year at his school

By Mark, 14 Jill Dando News @ Priory Community School Academy As we reach the end…

Cute, cuddly and very warm to beat the freeze – new pup Mabel and older brother Bruno, 12, huddle in their hoodies

By Jill Dando News  Yes it’s cold outside, barely above freezing, and our winter woollies are…

Spider-Man and sidekick Jeff swing in to train up Jill Dando News reporters

By DEXTER, AGE 9, Jill Dando News, St Anne’s Church Academy Some 29 pupils were trained…

Jill Dando News reporters across two schools have been sharing their top good news story writing tips 

By Jill Dando News Jill Dando News reporters across two schools have been sharing their top…

‘Mr Smiley’ who delivered pizzas in same town for 31 years gifted new car from community

By Jill Dando News Residents in a happy community are giving back to the man who…

Super pupils make puppets in time for Christmas at picturesque school

By Jill Dando News Pupils at Pawlett Primary School Academy in Somerset have embarked on a…

Super Mario: Meet Yorkshire’s great-grandfather who is still working out at the gym aged 94

By Jill Dando News A great-grandfather dubbed ‘Super Mario’ still pumps iron at the gym he…

Meet the window cleaner who cleans road signs for free in his spare time

By Jill Dando News A 25 year old who started a window washing business has been…

World’s oldest cat confirmed at almost 27 years old

By Jill Dando News Just before her 27th birthday, a British cat has been officially recognized…

Free porridge for every student at high-flying school and sixth form

By Jill Dando News Free 8am healthy breakfasts are on offer for every student including those…

Hotel wins Platinum toilets’ award

By Jill Dando News A hotel in Jill Dando’s former town in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset has seen…

Generous Big Bag Donation to Local Dog Rescue

By Jill Dando News Cromwell Polythene continues to support their local community Sherburn in Elmet, an…

Dozens of talented students exhibiting their amazing work

By Jill Dando News Year 11 GCSE Art students at Worle Community School Academy in Somerset…

£4500 already and donations galore as 5000 students and 700 staff help families through Foodbank charity

By Gytis, 14, Jill Dando News @ PCSA Some 5000 students and 700 staff will be…

World Cup 2022: Japan’s fans clean up stadium after win over Germany

By Jill Dando News The win was sensational, but the cleanup was even better. Japanese football…

Hayden and Ollie, 10, investigate Bonfire Night and its history

By Hayden and Ollie, aged 10, Jill Dando News With Bonfire Night coming up every November,…

Child development students get incredible experience at brilliant Little Learners Nursery in exciting new initiative 

By Jill Dando News Child Development Students from Worle Community School Academy spent a day at…

Baby otter saved from side of busy Aberdeenshire road

By Jill Dando News A baby otter is being cared for after being rescued from the…

‘Amazing plants and views’ – pupils visit super See Monster

By Chloe and Rose, aged 10, Jill Dando News Pupils of Castle Batch Primary School Academy…

Positive messages from incredible speakers inspire students

By Jill Dando News Incredible speakers from across Britain have been inspiring students with some fantastic…

UK’s oldest first-time buyer finally has his own bungalow – aged 86

By Jill Dando News A pensioner who wanted his own home to ‘spend his last days…

Nigel Dando gives top tips on story writing to Jill Dando News reporters 

By Jill Dando News Nigel Dando has been giving top tips on headline and story writing…

New laptops for high-flying academy and expanding mental health charity

By Jill Dando News A school and a local charity have received a donation of more…

UK sees biggest meteor shower of the year

Looking up this week would have given you a real light show treat. The UK saw…

Prolific singer-songwriter Becca Kate hosts an inspirational drop in session with students

By Isabelle, 12 and Elena, 12 Jill Dando News Singer-songwriter Becca Kate dropped into Priory Community…

Amazing students mark Remembrance Day in tribute to World War Heroes

By Kieran, 12, Jill Dando News Students from Priory Community School Academy joined students across The…

Hundreds turn out for first ever free community extravaganza

By Jill Dando News Hundreds of people of all ages enjoyed a free breakfast with a…

Leanne, 14, invents headphones that play music and treat ear infections

By Jill Dando News Leanne Fan’s Finsen headphones is this year’s 3M Young Scientist Challenge winner…

Jeffrey meets 60 pupils for their animal learning project

By Sam, 12, Jill Dando News @ Priory Community School Academy  Jeffrey the King Charles spaniel…

Award winning dancer Gracie, 12, inspires children with disabilities to achieve their dreams!

By Lexie, 12, William, 12, Joey, 12, Jill Dando News @ PCSA Inspirational Gracie Thorne entered…

Thanks for coming! Staff of BBC HQ’s Media City wow hundreds at former school of TV legend 

By Archie, 15, and other Jill Dando News reporters at WCSA Hundreds of children have been…

Learning lesson visit for popular King Charles pooch who met pop star Oli Murs

By Sam, 12, Jill Dando News @ Priory Community School Academy  This week, Jeffrey the King…

Teachers spread Christmas cheer by raising over £300 for Charity of the Year Foodbank

By Amy and India, 12, Jill Dando News @ Priory Community School Academy Two teachers successfully…

Super Archie, 15, does podcast with world expert eco Professor

By Archie and his team of reporters at Jill Dando News Archie Matthews of Worle Community…

Worle to the World – in an age of angst, why Jill Dando News is thriving

By Jill Dando News In a desperate age of anxiety and fear of the future, Jill…

Charity helps struggling people by turning phone box into community hub

By Jill Dando News A charity in UK has thought up a unique way of connecting…

Super pupils win international green eco-flag award

By Jill Dando News The fabulous pupils Castle Batch Primary School Academy (CBPSA) in Weston-super-Mare, have…

90 per cent of plastic in oceans could be gone by 2040

By Jill Dando News Well this could be good news for fish, sealife, people and the…

Free fantastic community event to be held on Saturday

By Jill Dando News A free community event extravaganza with breakfast, laser tag, skateboarding, craft stalls…

Budding Jamie Oliver’s and Mary Berry’s wow judges with excellent chef skills

By Jill Dando News The students excelled at the Burnham-On-Sea Rotary Club’s Young Chef competition held…

What a hero! Sensational Stormzy heads programme to ‘inspire change’ and address ‘lack of diversity off the football pitch’

By Josh, 16, Jill Dando News Sports Correspondent He is not just one of the world’s…

Smiles all round as amazing new nursery officially opens

By Jill Dando News  Children and guests were jubilant at the launch of their new Little…

Community builds brand-new café at popular hospital

Users of the North Somerset Community Hospital in Clevedon have a new café to enjoy as…

Charity in memory of Harry raises massive £3 million

By Tamsen, 14, Priory Community School Academy, Jill Dando News A charity set up in memory…

Magic 10th win of the year for world’s only football team with ‘super’ in their name

By Josh Harris, Jill Dando News  Weston-super-Mare secured their 10th win in the Non-league Premier with a…

Eco star campaigner backed by Alan Titchmarsh wins double awards at ceremony

By Jill Dando News Archie Matthews of Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset won the…

Some 5000 students and 700 staff to help families through Foodbank charity support

By Gytis, 14, PCSA, Jill Dando News  Some 5000 students and 700 staff will be helping…

A Somerset schoolteacher launches nursery in Malawi

By Jill Dando News Sarah O’Gorman, who teaches English at Priory Community School Academy (PCSA) in…

Cat sneaks into school and poses for portrait, and mum is sent the pics!

By Jill Dando News animal correspondent A cat performed the most head-scratching stunt in Wales recently…

Our Sarah is in Malawi opening a library and nursery!

By Colby and Kieran, age 13, PCSA, Jill Dando News English teacher Sarah O’ Gorman is…

Oliver, 12, becomes one of youngest ever winners of Jill Dando award

By Jill Dando News Oliver, 12, of Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset carried off…

Russell Crowe’s £5,000 donation wows Norwich bookshop

An independent bookshop trying to secure its survival said it had received a “bonkers” £5,000 donation…

Pilot flies 256 miles to create world’s largest portrait of Queen for charity

A pilot has created the world’s largest portrait of Queen Elizabeth II using an aircraft to…

Oscar-style award celebration for amazing students

By Jill Dando News Students at Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset received awards for their…

Families enjoy Family Breakfast and tour of ambitious academy

By Jill Dando News Families with Year 5 and 6 prospective students enjoyed their Family Breakfast…

BBCTV are filming our school!

By Colby and Kieran, age 13, PCSA, Jill Dando News  BBCTV cameras have filmed inside two…

Stroke a dog, smile and turn off the news… 15 tips to Boost Your Mental Health

On World Mental Health Day, here are 15 quick tips to boost your mental health, by…

Good Samaritan helps out to save Steph after a frightening heart attack

By Amy, 13 and Lexie, 12, Jill Dando News @ PCSA Steph and her sister were…

Kind and positive students win prestigious Anne Frank Awards

Harrison Craddock, Kenny Blair and Ruby Newlands all of Priory Community School Academy or Worle Community…

Wow winter warmth forecast offers hope on energy bills

By Jill Dando News It’s the best news UK residents could hear. For households trying to…

Record numbers visit superb Sixth Form

By Sasha. 15, Jill Dando News Record numbers of people visited The King Alfred School Academy…

Netballer Hannah gets into top Academy

By Jill Dando News Hannah, of Priory Community School Academy, in Weston super Mare, Somerset has…

Incredible kindness as pupils and staff given free ice creams

By Jill Dando News Free ice creams were given to pupils and staff by a very…

It’s true – laughter really is a good medicine 

By Jill Dando News It is said that laughter is the best medicine and now it…

Try this incredible chilli and help young people at the same time

By Jill Dando News The incredible Uncle Paul’s Chilli Charity is selling chilli products across the world, all…

Chatter and natter to brighten your day

By Jill Dando News Chatter and Natter tables are taking to the nation to help cure…

Perfect preschool opens! – Holly and Olly, 10, at Jill Dando News investigate…

By Holly and Ollie, aged 10, Jill Dando News Our Jill Dando News reporters find good…

Disneyland, camping, friends and family – students remember summer of fun 

By Grace and Chloe, aged 10, Jill Dando News Summer might be turning into autumn and…

Wonderful students at terrific school elated to move up a Year! 

By Rose and Jayden, aged 10, Jill Dando News Wonderful students at a terrific school are…

Superb Sixth Form to open its doors for an open morning this Saturday

By Sasha. 15, Jill Dando News The King Alfred School Academy Sixth Form will host an…

You can donate a book to African town’s first ever school library

By Colby and Kieran, age 13, PCSA, Jill Dando News  English teacher Sarah O’ Gorman is…

What is the Good News Post?

We are a local, UK and world newspaper – training up young people to be ‘good…

Prolific readers thriving at picturesque school

By Jill Dando News Pupils at Pawlett Primary School Academy in Somerset are thriving in their…

Town mayor hails big hearted residents’ raising £150 for charity

By Jill Dando News The FUCHSIA Cancer Support Group held a coffee morning at the NightJar…

New video released in fifth anniversary year of Jill Dando News

By Jill Dando News Hundreds of children aged 8 to 18 have been writing real-life positive…

Families invited to ambitious academy for a Family Breakfast 

By Jill Dando News Families with children in Year 5 or Year 6 are being invited…

Charity expands with exciting projects to help peoples’ mental wellbeing

By Jill Dando News A mental health charity has expanded its projects to boost peoples mental…

Ex-student of high-flying school takes on London Marathon for brilliant charity

By Jill Dando News James Smith took part in Sunday’s London Marathon to raise vital funds…

Why 40,000 young people are hopeful about the King Charles III era

By Jill Dando News Britain’s young people have been asked how they felt about the future…

Bill the WWII veteran paints portrait to help cute pooch Cody find a loving home

By Jill Dando News When WWII Veteran Bill Gladden heard that terrier Cody was having a…

Royal super-fan Terry Hutt visits London to see Queen Elizabeth lying in state

By Jill Dando News Royal super-fan Terry Hutt travelled from Jill Dando’s childhood home in Somerset…

Student good news reporters get top tips from journalist at newspaper where Jill Dando learnt her trade

By Jill Dando News Jill Dando News Reporters got tips from a real life journalist, Charlie…

Inspirational unique new Chilli charity already transforming lives

By Jill Dando News A unique inspirational Chilli charity has been launched to transform lives, just…

Super Gran Betty, 93, does charity wing-walk after inspired by choc bar ad

By Jill Dando News A super 93-year-old grandmother who has just completed her fifth wing-walk for charity said she was…

Pupils elated after winning coveted international Eco-Schools Green Flag award

By Jill Dando News Pupils at The Huntspill Primary Academies have earned an international accreditation for…

Children are thriving in their amazing new state-of-the-art nursery 

 By Jill Dando News Children at Little Learners are thriving in their wonderful new facilities at…

Good news on drinking coffee – in moderation at least

By Good News Post reporter As well know, caffeine disrupts sleep and can worsen anxiety in…

Delia Smith, Lord Nelson and Colman’s Mustard! Good news about Norwich

Norwich has just celebrated World Tourism Day and rightly so. With its spectacular cathedral, Alan Partridge,…

Hundreds of prospective pupils, parents and carers viewed a school at its most popular for at least 25 years 

By Jill Dando News The King Alfred School Academy opened its doors on its Open Evening…

Over £4 million of improvements in four years at high-flying academy and sixth form

By Jill Dando News Over £4 million in Academy improvements have been made in four years…

12-year-old makes survival blankets for homeless people out of crisp packets

By Jill Dando News A 12-year-old girl has made hundreds of survival blankets for homeless people…

Of course, life is better with dogs – no matter what your age. Just ask 100 year-old Johanna!

By Jill Dando News It has long been known that dogs bring a boost to happiness,…

Former psychiatrist launches new initiative to promote ‘Mental Wealth’

By Good News Post Research suggests that 1 in 4 people experience at least 1 mental…

Jill Dando News meets the new Head of one of region’s best Sixth Forms

By Jack, Year 9, Florence Year 8 and Hazel Year 9, Jill Dando News Our Jill…

Jill Dando’s Lexie and India, both 12, look forward to new Little Mermaid – bringing joy to young faces of all races 

By Lexie and India, 12, Jill Dando News Many children express how they feel included and…

Terrific Troy helps win golfing gold

By Jill Dando News reporters @ PCSA Brilliant Troy Young (15) (fourth from left) took home…

Can cats work tech? Meet Lily the miracle cat

By Jill Dando News As all cat lovers know, moggies are multi talented, but never did…

Cute bomb-sniffing pooch retires to huge celebration

By Jill Dando News Inspirational pooch Eebbers worked at the Minneapolis airport in America for 10…

5,000 students and 750 staff raise thousands for charity of the year after death of much loved community policeman

By Jill Dando News Some 5,000 students and 750 staff have raised thousands for a charity…

Dozens of school staff join with Sal to walk 30 miles for Dementia UK in memory of her mum

By Jill Dando News Big-hearted Sally-Ann Herrington walked 30 miles to raise money for Dementia UK…

Last letters from the Queen: 100-year-old shares surprise at Royal birthday card

A 100 year old woman has spoken of her disbelief at receiving one of the last…

Award-winning academy wins international green eco-flag award

By Jill Dando News students including Tamsen, 14, and Chloe Mathers, 15 Jubilant students at Priory…

Dozens of student helpers welcome prospective pupils, parents and carers into their popular academy 

By Jill Dando News Dozens of student helpers from Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare showed…

Jill Dando News says: It’s now time for the title ’Queen Elizabeth the Great’

The passing of Queen Elizabeth has touched the entire world. Here below in a powerful article,…

Incredible young gymnast wears UK bronze medal with pride

Lexi, 12 Six years of training paid off when Evie, 11, received a bronze medal at…

Corgis and their owners gather dressed in royal attire to honour Queen Elizabeth II

By Jill Dando News Dozens of Corgi owners dressed in their best royal attire gathered in Australia to…

Want to be calmer? New study shows walking in nature cuts stress

By Jill Dando News Who doesn’t feel stressed out with the modern pace of life and…

One of Britain’s best school-based Sixth Forms is to open its doors this month

By Jill Dando News The King Alfred School Academy Sixth Form will open its doors on…

Former janitor-turned-teacher is now principal of his former school

By Jill Dando News A former school janitor-turned-teacher has become the principal of a California elementary…

iPhone is lost in ocean by paddleboarder – but miraculously scuba diver finds it the next day

By Jill Dando News It’s a sinking feeling to lose your iphone at any time. But…

Tech academy start up helping people get into the industry across the world

By Jill Dando News A tech academy start-up based in Ukraine is helping people get into…

Prospective pupils, parents and carers to view one of the South West’s fastest improving schools

By Jill Dando News Prospective pupils, parents and carers will get the chance to view one…

A ’gift from Heaven’! Teenager receives one of The Queen’s last ever letters

By Jill Dando News A teenager was left shocked after receiving one of the last letters…

Record numbers of prospective pupils, parents and carers attend popular academy’s Open Evening

By Jill Dando News Dozens of student helpers showed record numbers of prospective pupils, parents and…

Thank you – from all of us

Families invited to view inside ambitious academy 

By Jill Dando News Families are being invited to view the ambitious Worle Community School Academy in…

Prospective pupils, parents and carers to attend Open Evening at popular school tonight

By Jill Dando News Prospective pupils, parents and carers are to attend ann Open Evening at…

Maths buzz for eager pupils at start of new term in picturesque primary

By Jill Dando News Year 3 pupils at Pawlett Primary School Academy in Somerset have eagerly…

MP who was interviewed by Jill Dando News makes Prime Minister’s first Cabinet

An MP once interviewed by Jill Dando News reporters is in the new Prime Minister’s first…

Is this the world’s best ever goalscorer?

By Jill Dando News  Man City striker Erling Haaland is now in England and scoring goals…

Students do wonderful Worle history investigations into World War Two

By Jayden, Rose and Holly, ages 9 and 10, Jill Dando News Year 5 students visited…

Sensational Lottie secures her first job in brilliant Little Learners nursery after an outstanding apprenticeship

By Jill Dando News Sensational Lottie has secured her first job in the brilliant Little Learners…

Young swimmer makes a splash at English National Championships

By Jill Dando News A young Somerset swimmer has made a splash with a great result…

Inspirational Irene, 96, still working three days a week

By Jill Dando News We all here how we are living longer these days and the…

Super Sustainability wins impressive school unique top award

By Colette (aged 10) St. Anne’s Church Academy in Weston-Super-Mare has become the first school in…

Smiles as new pre-school opens at excellent school 

By Jill Dando News  There were smiles and happy faces as Little Learners moved into their incredible…

Some tips for boosting reading during school holidays

Most parents know it can be challenging boosting their children’s reading during holidays. Studies show that…

Meet Britain’s oldest man to pass GCSE maths exam with top mark

By Jill Dando News A 92-year-old man believed to be the oldest person in the UK…

Super Zach stars at his first ever national swimming championships

By Jill Dando News A brilliant young swimmer has starred at the English National Summer Swimming…

Jubilant celebrations as students receive GCSE results

By Jill Dando News Year 11 students at Priory Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset celebrated some…

Students celebrate sensational GCSE results

By Jill Dando News There were smiles and celebrations as students at Worle Community School Academy…

Superstar musicians host spectacular concert for limited life children

By Jill Dando News The global pandemic has shut down entertainment for the limited life children…

Darts competition raises £1,200 for inspirational mental health charity

By Jill Dando News The organisers of a fundraising darts competition have presented £1,200 to an…

“A show infused with positivity, protection of the planet and love” – Euphoric Entertainment from the biggest band of the 21st century

By Zahra, 18, Jill Dando News Formed in 1996 in London, Coldplay are the most successful…

Brilliant Darragh wins silver medal in national archery tournament

By Jill Dando News A young archery enthusiast has won a silver medal in a top…

Fantastic student GCSE celebrations on results day at high-flying academy 

By Jill Dando News There were jubilant student GCSE celebrations today on results day at a…

Fantastic results day as students celebrate at thriving Sixth Form

By Jill Dando News It was a fantastic results day as students celebrated at The King…

Is this the world’s first shop to pay via kindness?

By Jill Dando News Maybe this is the kinda shop that will become a thing of…

Amazing students celebrate success at sailing regatta

Burnham-On-Sea and Highbridge Sea Cadets have celebrated success at a regional sailing regatta this month. Cadets…

Moggies help boost the planet with ‘pawsitive’ new cat litter

By Jill Dando News Millions of people are now passionate about helping the environment with a…

Pupils enjoy end of Year disco fever

By Chloe, Ollie and Grace, Jill Dando News Pupils caught a disco fever at the school…

Pre-school closes to make way for state-of-the-art new facility

By Jill Dando News  Priory Preschool is closing its doors after over 25 years on site…

Dozens of talented students hosted a world-class art exhibition of their work

Year 11 and 13 GCSE Art students at The King Alfred School Academy displayed their stunning…

Student sporting stars unveil 30-foot wonder wall of inspiration

By Jill Dando News Students have been unveiling a 30-foot wonder wall of wonderful sporting greats.…

Children, families and staff celebrate after superb Ofsted inspection gives clean sweep of Good ratings

By Jill Dando News Children, families and staff are celebrating after a superb Ofsted inspection gave…

Glitz and glamour at school prom

By Jill Dando News There was glitz and glamour at a school prom. The King Alfred…

Students shine in first musical since the lockdown

By Jill Dando News Exceptional students brought the house down with a superb musical performance –…

Delight as brilliant pre-school being built

By Rose and Holly, aged 10, Jill Dando News Pupils at Castle Batch Primary School Academy…

Heroic off-duty nurse saves man who had heart attack

By Jill Dando News An heroic off-duty cardiology nurse has helped save a man’s life after…

Banksy skills learned in superb outside lesson

By Jill Dando News The pupils at Pawlett Primary School Academy in Somerset learnt all about…

Jill’s first newspaper covers students’ celebration of her inspirational legacy

By Jill Dando News A celebration of a students’ expanding good news invention in Jill Dando’s…

“Awestruck” pupils enjoy super space dome

By Grace and Ollie, 10, Jill Dando News Pupils at Castle Batch Primary School Academy (CBPSA)…

Jubilant Jack, 15, is fishing for England!

By Jill Dando News Year 11 student Jack Reynolds at Worle Community School in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset…

Students wow audiences with exceptional school musical

By Mark, 13, and Mia, 14 Incredible students have wowed audiences with the latest incredible musical…

Dan breaks record in top 3000 metres race 

By Jack, Jill Dando News High-flying student Dan Maydew finished second in a prestigious race against…

Penguin visits makes 104 year old’s dream come true

By Josh, 16, Jill Dando News 104 year old Bertha Komor’s lifelong dream of holding a…

Olivia, 17, hails Jill Dando News as scheme she founded aged 12 celebrates fifth birthday

By Jill Dando News Olivia, 17, of The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge has joined…

Records broken on scorching sports day

By Sports Reporters, Jill Dando News Records were broken on an extraordinary day filled with sport…

Ancient galaxies revealed in never-seen-before £10 billion telescope pictures

By Jill Dando News A brand new, detailed view of the universe that looks further back…

Talented students set for incredible performance of their latest musical 

By Jill Dando News The brilliant students at Priory Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset are…

Students at one of Britain’s best Sixth Forms enjoy end of year prom 

By Jill Dando News Students at The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge, Somerset enjoyed Sixth Form…

Students excel in cadet competitions  

By Jill DANDO News  Students from The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge, Somerset are excelling…

Double GB archery competition wins for Molly as students star 

By Jill DANDO News Two brilliant students have thrived in the Archery GB Junior National Outdoor…

WOW! ‘Blind Dave’ Heeley raises £75,000 on 800 mile cycle challenge

By Jill DANDO News A blind man who cycled from Colditz Castle in Germany to West…

After 40 years of extinction, rhinos return to Mozambique

By Jill DANDO News Conservationists in Mozambique are excited by the return of the rhino, an…

King Arthur‘s tomb dig to unearth secrets of Neolithic Britain – and you can see it!

By Jill Dando News UK Archaeologists have started digging up a 5,000-year-old tomb linked to the legendary…

Good news for mental well-being as brilliant charity unveils expanded facilities after £390,000 lottery boost

By Jill Dando News It is good news for mental well-being for thousands more people. Inspirational…

Whopping £2,189 raised for charity in one week

By Jill Dando News The annual Raise And Give (RAG) Week was overseen by students at…

Highflying Exeter look superb with five nil win 

By Josh, 16, Jill Dando News Shot Stopper Purnell Shines in 5-0 Defeat against Exeter whilst…

Students crown off their time at Sixth Form by wearing fancy dress for charity through streets of the town 

By Jill Dando News Students at The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge, Somerset capped off their…

A school hosted an incredible celebration of 100 years of the Royal British Legion, The Queen’s Jubilee and 40 years since the Falklands War

By Jill Dando News The King Alfred School Academy hosted the Royal British Legion and the…

World’s first good news centre in tribute to ex-student and top UK journalist Jill Dando to celebrate 5th birthday today  

By Oliver, 12, Jill Dando News A world unique good news centre is celebrating its 5th…

Miracle horse Pickle gallops Lottie, 16 to Prom 

By Josh, 16, Jill Dando News Pickle, the miracle wonder ex-racehorse, galloped her owner Lottie, 16,…

Trumpet, 4, wins prestigious dog show 

By Jill Dando News What a fabulous dog and let’s sound the horn for his name.…

Devon, 15, is 9th best Aerobic gymnast in the WORLD at first attempt

By Tamsen, 14, Jill Dando News The talented Devon Howell, 15, gave the performance of a…

Superstar readers shine at picturesque school

By Jill Dando News Pupils at Pawlett Primary School Academy in Somerset are thriving in their…

Superb school eco club thoroughly cleans up a beach

By Chloe and Jayden, age 10, Jill Dando News  A superb eco club thoroughly cleaned up…

Big hearted ‘Tech Fairy’ fixes old computers and gives them to neighbours in need 

By Jill Dando NewsAn inspirational Tech Fairy’ is fixing old computers and giving them to neighbours…

Hundreds of students said goodbye to their school days in wonderful fashion at their annual prom 

The Year 11 students were able to enjoy the first prom since the pandemic at Priory…

Students at one of Britain’s best Sixth Forms interview over 500 Year 7s

By Jill Dando News Year 12 students at The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge, Somerset…

Feeling anxious or stressed? Maybe trees, seas and bees can help

By Health Correspondent, The Post Study after study shows mental health issues on the rise, with…

Good news for avocado eaters 

By Health Editor, The Post From toast toppings to smoothie, the humble avocado is fast rising…

Thousands celebrate school crossing guard Claire, 94, retiring after 57 years

By Jill Dando News Claire Bauman is finally hanging up her stop sign after nearly six…

14 neonatal nurses pregnant at the same time at hospital

By Jill Dando News The neonatal nurses at Saint Luke’s East Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri,…

Inspirational 83-year-old adventurer plans more challenges after becoming oldest person to sail solo across the Pacific

By Jill Dando News Inspirational Kenichi Horie has made history, becoming the oldest person to ever…

Britain’s Greta Thunberg to help top eco organisation

By Jill Dando News One of Britain’s most proactive and award-winning young environmentalists is to run…

Taylor Snift beats Buster! – rescue dogs getting adopted faster by using creative names

By Jill Dando News Animal rescue centres are giving their dogs creative names to help them…

Budding Jamie Oliver wins unique cookery class with top GB chef Olivia Barry 

By Tamsen, 14, Jill Dando News Jaydon Cheadle, 14, of Priory Community School Academy, has enjoyed…

Scores of young people using text messaging support service to seek help from School Nurses 

By Jill DANDO News School nurses have received hundreds of text messages from students across Bristol,…

Happy, friendly, welcoming and unique primary school impresses inspectors with yet another glowing rating 

By Jill Dando News Ofsted inspectors say St Anne’s Church Academy is a happy and welcoming…

Singing nurse uses music to help his patients 

By Jill Dando news It’s a well worn saying that laughter is good medicine. But now…

World’s first good news centre in tribute to ex-student and top UK journalist Jill Dando to celebrate 5th birthday

By Oliver, 12, Jill Dando News A world unique good news centre is celebrating its 5th…

Good news for longer life – optimism may be the secret 

It’s good news for living longer as well as being happy – start to think positively.…

5-year-old Bella is world’s youngest author

By Jill Dando News Five-year-old Bella J Dark from Weymouth, Dorset stunned her family last year…

Top tips from high-profile MP on politics, dealing with negativity and keeping in touch with nature

By Kiaran, Oliver and Jake, all 12, Jill Dando News Twelve year old journalists have organised…

Students excel in attitude and skill in Duke of Edinburgh brilliance

By Oliver, 12, Jill Dando News Incredible students are striving to achieve the prestigious Duke of…

(Breaking News) Poppy all set for start of top chef competition – full story to come from Jill Dando News

Good luck Poppy who right now is starting top chef competition. Full story to come from…

School hosts Oscars-style sports stars celebration with speeches by professional cricket and rugby players

By Josh, 16, Jill Dando News Students at Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset have…

High-flying Katie eyes finish line of dream to become a primary teacher she had aged only five!

By Jill Dando News   A student who dreamed of becoming a primary school teacher when she…

School shortlisted for prestigious UK award – full story to follow

Priory Community School Academy has been shortlisted for a prestigious award recognising excellence in the education…

Students inspired by incredible 30 foot colourful collage of world sporting heroes – full story to come by Jill Dando News

Students are being inspired by an incredible 30 foot colourful collage of world sporting heroes –…

Bees, beehives and dinner with Nelson Mandela! MP at centre of British news headlines speaks exclusively to Jill Dando News reporters 

By Tamsen, 14, PCSA, Sasha, 14, TKASA, and Lewis, 14, WCSA, Jill Dando News Students from…

Terrific Tilly, 11, featured by Jill Dando’s first newspaper

By Jill Dando News Tilly, 11, of Worle Community School Academy (WCSA), has been featured in…

SEE MONSTER comes alive in Weston-Super-Mare

By Juozas and Kieran, 12, Jill Dando News Students from across The Priory Learning Trust were…

World’s first ‘SEE MONSTER’ heading to Banksy’s Dismaland spot in Jill Dando News town

By Juozas and Kieran, 12, Jill Dando NewsStudents from Jill Dando News were inspired with the…

Five students from an expanding sixth form win prestigious places at Oxford University summer school  

By Jill Dando News Five students from one sixth form have won prestigious places at an…

Award-winning COP26 TV students inspire others at one of Britain’s best sixth forms

By Jill Dando News Two students who represented Britain at COP26 alongside Prince William and Sir…

Eco good news as total greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union reach their lowest level since 1990   

By Jill Dando News Total greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union have hit their lowest…

Dozens win awards for inspirational careers’ interviews

By Jill Dando News Dozens of Year 7 students have won awards after impressing with their…

Proud moment for UK and solidarity with Ukraine for Eurovision Song Contest 

Amy, 12, Jill Dando News at Priory Community School Academy Music has brought joy to millions…

Miracle’ Fruit Could Help Improve Memory and Ward Off Dementia, new study says

By Jill Dando News  Meet the latest superfood that could be a boost against dementia –…

MP at centre of world headlines to speak to Jill Dando News – thanks to super Oliver, 12

Exclusive, by Oliver, 12 and Jake, 12, Jill Dando News An MP at the centre of…

World’s best! Incredible Gold for brilliant students

Exclusive, by Oliver, 12 and Jake, 12, Jill Dando News Five students are officially the world’s…

NEARLY £1000 has been raised for a fast expanding mental health charity after fundraisers trekked up Snowdon.

By Jill Dando News The fundraisers raised £940 for the Burnham-on-Sea-based mental health charity, In Charley’s…

An expanding mental health charity will benefit from walkers trekking up one of Britain’s highest mountains

By Jill Dando News An expanding mental health charity will benefit from walkers trekking up one…

Brilliant Bailey, 8, signs for professional football team and celebrates by witnessing one of Britain’s best ever promotion victories 

By Jill Dando News Brilliant Bailey has landed on the books of high-flying Bristol Rovers, despite…

Meet big-hearted Tsunami victim helper Tilly, 11,

By Jill Dando News Meet big-hearted brilliant Tilly, 11, who has won an award for her…

Dancers placed top in National Championship

Megan, 12,  Jenson, 12 and Chloe, 11 On the 14th and 15th of May 2022, the…

One of Britain’s best school-based sixth forms is having an exciting extension after soaring in numbers 

Work is now underway for a University-style extension to The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge,…

Student ambassadors support Somerset Jubilee Jaunt

By Isabella, 12 Students Martha and Declan, along with Mr Brand, Leader of The Duke of…

Students get to be entrepreneurs, baristas, business people, teachers and much more in post-pandemic work experience

By Jill Dando News Students got to be entrepreneurs, baristas, business people, teachers and much more…

New school nurse introduced during Mental Health Awareness Week

By Isabelle, 12, Jill Dando News An academy has introduced a new school nurse during Mental…

Brilliant eco students place happiness and oxygen boosting plants in every school classroom

By Jill Dando News Green-fingered students have introduced two pretty Schedfflera Janine plants to go in…

Sixth Form students inspired by world expert on law and driverless cars

By Jill Dando News Students have been inspired by a world expert on Tort Law and…

Some of Britain’s best young footballers bring back top cup for first time since 2003

By Jill Dando News Some of Britain’s best young school footballers have brought home the county…

World famous ‘singing dentist’ sensation talks exclusively to Jill Dando students

By Amy, 12, and Josh, 15, Jill Dando News Brilliant young journalists quizzed one of the…

Top world firm in Worle with huge vision to expand again

By Jill Dando News A Weston-super-Mare company is hosting an exclusive event to attract and recruit…

Kind Alexis, 11, wins student award after stunning start to secondary school  

By Jill Dando News Kind Alexis, 11, of Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset has…

Pupils place time capsule in one of world’s first T-Pylons 

By Jill Dando News Pupils have placed a time capsule inside one of the worlds’ first…

Award winning Trust wins highest UK commendation

By Jill Dando News An award-winning multi academy trust has achieved the highest UK commendation available…

Two million young people now have access to confidential new text messaging service

By Jill Dando News Some two million young people now have access to a confidential new…

Incredible eco students give a happiness and oxygen boosting touch of green for every single school classroom

By Jill Dando News Green-fingered students have introduced two pretty Schedfflera Janine plants to go in…

Trust Deputy COO joins Bear Grylls at DfE’s launch of new Climate Change strategy at National History Museum

By Jill Dando News Helen Burge, Deputy Chief Operations Officer at the Priory Learning Trust in…

Meet Jonathan, oldest known living animal on Earth at 189 years old.

(Picture credit http://sainthelenaisland.info/jonathan.htm and Guinness World Records)

An incredible environmental biodiversity oasis is being created at one of Britain’s best eco schools 

By Jill Dando News  The 50-feet square area at Worle Community School Academy (WCSA) in Weston-super-Mare,…

Unique PreLoved Prom dress scheme is relaunching for the summer after a massive boom and expansion

By Jill Dando News The unique, groundbreaking, eco-boosting PreLoved Prom scheme at The King Alfred School Academy…

Olivia wins prestigious Oxford University Masterclass place

By Jill Dando News Olivia, 16, of The King Alfred School Academy, in Highbridge, Somerset, has…

Scores of brilliant young writers become published authors at high-flying school 

By Jack (Year 9) and Florence (Year 8) The 67 students from one school are now…

Amazing Ginny organises generous giveaway collection for families in the community for Easter

By Jill Dando News  The brilliant Virginia in Year 10 at Worle Community School Academy in…

The Antic Aces win off as top band at award-winning academy

The Antic Aces in their award winning performance

We speak to CEO and leaders at one of Britain’s fastest expanding firms

By Amy, 12, Jill DANDO News Leading marketing, media and technology company Ascot Group celebrated the…

Ambitious Weston firm unveils £1.5 million business campus at open event 

A Weston-super-Mare company demonstrated the town’s huge potential as a business hub at a VIP-packed grand…

Special awards evening celebrates high-achieving students 

By Tamsen, 14, Jill Dando News Students won a wide variety of awards for their fantastic…

Meet Emily, one of Britain’s best young mathematicians – now shining with Oxford and Cambridge elite 

By Charlotte and Eleanor, Year 10, The King Alfred School Academy, Jill Dando News Amazing Emily…

Is there life on other planets? Top UK space expert wows budding student astronomers

By Jill Dando News One of Britain’s biggest space experts wowed student astronomers with an excellent…

High-flying judo competitor also excelling at school

By Jill Dando News A high-flying high judo competitor is also excelling at his school. Balaz,…

Top student chefs story covered by Media across region

By Jill Dando News A Jill Dando news story about award-winning chefs has been covered by…

Pupils enjoy outside learning in Explorer’s Club

By Jill Dando News Pupils at Pawlett Primary School Academy in Somerset are used to excellent…

Cub reporters see new Alan Sugar style Boardroom and get top tips from business leaders

By Jill Dando News Jill Dando good news reporters have seen a TV’s Apprentice style Boardroom…

Jill Dando’s first newspaper cover 13 year old Oxbridge scholarship girl story – written by students finding stories in her memory 40 years on

By Jill Dando News Jill Dando’s first newspaper, the Weston Mercury, has covered a brilliant story…

Marvellous Maya, 6, wins Random Acts of Kindness Week Challenge 

By Jill Dando News This amazing six year old is the winner of the Random Acts…

Pupils bombard headteacher with applications to become Jill Dando good news reporters

By Jess, 11, and Dylan, 10 Some 27 amazing pupils aged 9,10 and 11 have started…

(By Josh, 16) Premier League prospect Sonny, 17, and goal hungry Grubb smash a hat-trick each as ambitious club chase promotion

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All things are possible! Gold Medal hero Paralympian who scaled one of the world’s highest mountains inspires pupils

By Jill Dando News  A Gold Medal winning Paralympic Champion who has scaled Kilimanjaro on his…

BETTER THAN BALE! Incredibly rare achievement – TWO hat-tricks in one game witnessed by Jill Dando News

By Jill Dando News Prolific Dayle Grubb – who one season was a higher goalscorer than…

Pupils learn about engineering, aeroplanes, helicopters and more on fun fact-finding trip to the Aerospace Museum

By Jill Dando News Pupils at Castle Batch Primary School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset had fantastic…

Tremendous Poppy and Robert hailed after superb performances in prestigious chef finals

By Jill Dando News Two young cookery students from The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge,…

It‘s official: Meet Thomas, 16, one of Britain’s best young mathematicians

Story and photo by Jill Dando News Thomas, 16, of Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare,…

We are the champions! Pupils crowned best netball team in the area

By Jill Dando News The pupils of St Anne’s Church Academy, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset won first place…

Incredible students win wide range of awards at popular academy tonight

Story and photo by Jill Dando News Scores of students have been given a wide range…

“Get better – not bitter!” Tips on positivity, success and happiness from blind Paralympian superstar Darren

By Lexie 11, Isabella, 11 England’s most decorated blind footballer, Darren Harris, shared experiences, tips and…

Tigers, monkeys and other jungle animals welcome pupils to school in breathtaking jungle mural

By Flynn, 10. Photo by Isla-Rose age 11 Pupils, their families and staff are being welcomed…

Chocolate science! Pupils learn science with fun Professor Brian Cox chocolate experiment

By Jill Dando News Everyone knows that even thinking about chocolate can lift the mood. Now…

Thomas, 15, achieves Britain’s best alongside incredible student sweep of Gold, Silver and Bronze maths awards 

By Jill Dando News Incredible students at Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset have been…

Thousands across UK viewing stunning world-famous Museum of the Moon art installation 

By Jill Dando News The incredible Museum of the Moon’ exhibition uses NASA imagery to recreate…

Life can sometimes be tough. Here are five quick habits to develop and boost your mood. 

1. Connect. Turn off the bad news and meet face-to-face with positive friends who listen and…

Women at a high-flying school celebrated as part of a global event 

By Jacob Kemp, 17, Jill Dando News  International Women’s Day was marked at The King Alfred…

“Overwhelming” collection for Ukraine at school

By Jill Dando News Worle Community School Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset have been completely overwhelmed with…

Excellent Poppy and Robert prepare for top chef finals

Poppy and Robert of The King Alfred School Academy in highbridge, Somerset have been busy preparing…

Kira, 13, wins unique world Oxbridge scholarship paid in full by a charity

By Jill Dando News Future neuroscientist Kira, 13, is over the moon after winning an incredible…

Town council joins with popular school to make a tremendous underpass art project

By Tamsen, 14 and Mia, 13, Jill Dando News A town council has partnered with a…

Super Taj heads to Harvard as high-flying Sixth Forms soars

By Dawson, 15 Taj, 16, a Year 12 student at The King Alfred Academy (TKASA) in…

Wonderful Will reaches highest rank of sea cadets

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Hundreds of students and staff show support for Ukraine by raising £1200 in non-uniform day

By Jill Dando News The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge, Somerset organised a dress down…

Dan and Macy shine at prestigious cross country championships

By Jack and Dawson, both 14 Two inspirational TKASA students, Dan Maydew and Macy Noad represented…

Interactive 3D gaming technology to boost mental wellbeing for young people

By Jill Dando News Hundreds of 11 to 25-year olds are to get mental health support…

Student, 11, inspired to start own charity after meeting town mayor

By Kiaran, Maria and Kelsey, Jill Dando News Oliver, a Year 7 students at Worle Community…

Nature inspired underpass renovation wows community

By Tamsen, 14 and Mia, 13, Jill Dando News Students, staff and the community are enjoying…

50-year old Time Capsule discovery finds amazing community school teacher link

By Lewis and Kaitlyn, both aged 14, Jill Dando News A former student of a community…

Pupils and staff bring books by Roald Dahl, David Walliams and dozens of others to life

By Jill Dando News Pupils and staff at primary schools in The Priory Learning Trust brought…

Books brought alive as staff get into character for World Book Day

By Jill Dando News It was fun all round as dozens of book characters were brought…

Gangsta Granny and other book characters bring learning to life on World Book Day

By Jill Dando News Gangsta Granny and a host of other book characters brought fun and learning…

Fun and book Wonderland at school on World Book Day

By Jill Dando News Teachers and students brought smiles to mark World Book Day.  At Priory…

Maths UK whizz Mia, 14, to shadow some of world’s best doctors and professors

By Jill Dando News Mia Chilman, who performs in the top few percent in Britain in…

Budding Jamie Oliver’s cooked up incredible dishes to win a cookery competition

By Jill Dando News Students at The King Alfred School Academ thrived in the cookery competition…

Future Mary Berry, 13, wins prestigious accolade

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5000 students launch charity of the year after sad death of much loved community policeman

By Jill Dando News 5,000 students and 750 staff have launched their charity of the year…

Fast Finley, 9, Wins Gold at Go Karting Competition

By Evie (10)  Aaron (9) and Jack (9) Jill Dando News Fabulous Finley has won an…

Student who told Jill Dando reporters of his big global Elvis dream achieves it within five years

By Jill Dando News Emilio Santoro has been crowned Europe’s top Elvis impersonator after telling Jill…

Amazing Evie gets Blue Peter Badges for her inspirational gymnastics and eco-friendly work

By James, 9, and Dylan, 9, Jill Dando News Evie, a Year 5 pupil at St.…

Picturesque school opens incredible Little Learners Pre-school

By Jill Dando News Little Learners has opened two new settings at the brilliant West Huntspill…

Terrific students win prestigious accolade

By Jill Dando News Superb students who show outstanding character as well as sporting excellence have…

Dozens of New Year after-school clubs launched at fantastic primary school

By Jill Dando News Dozens of New Year after-school clubs have been launched at a fantastic…

Meet Izzy – the fastest 14-year-old swimmer in Britain

By Josh, 15, Jill Dando News Brilliant Izzy is the fastest 14 year old female swimmer…

New Years’ honour for Millie! Top dog retires after seven years service helping keep our streets safe

By Jill Dando News Meet Millie the expert Forensic Search dog who has been helping keep…

Move over Inspector Morse! Police dog hero retires after years catching criminals

By Jill Dando News  The elder statesman of Police Dogs in Cleveland and North Yorkshire, England…

Lucky Lewis leads out top championship football team for his 11th birthday

By Sophia (9) and James (9) Jill Dando News  Amazing Lewis got the chance to be…

Brilliant Busy Bees look forward to exciting New Year after amazing first term

By Emillie (9), Harry (10) and Rose (9) Jill Dando News The Busy Bees preschool pupils…

Tips for New Year happiness. Winning ways to stay positive in January

By Health Editor Christmas has passed and spring is on the way. So the good news…

New year fitness boost for pupils with inspirational after-school club

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Students who help the homeless, charities and the community have been celebrated as real life heroes

By Josh, 15 Students received Hero Awards for their incredible feats of kindness helping the homeless,…

Students present Foodbank with donations from their Christmas Reverse Advent charity events.

By Sasha, 14, and Charlotte, 14, Photos by Dawson, 14 Students have presented Foodbank with donations…

Charity helpers, volunteers, carers and students showing incredible honesty honoured as Heroes

By Tamsen and Mia, 13, Jill Dando News Charity helpers, volunteers, carers and students showing incredible…

Foundation set up in memory of kind Liam, 11, who died in his sleep provides Father Christmas with presents for all 630 pupils in his former school

By Izzy, 10, Jill Dando News, Ashcombe Primary School A Foundation set up to carry on…

Colossal collection for Foodbank from generous students

Tamsen and Mia, 13, Jill Dando News There has been yet another colossal collection for Foodbank…

420 trees planted by inspirational ecostudents

By Gytis, 13, Jill Dando News Some 420 trees were planted by eco-conscious students and onlookers…

Wow! Fans toss 19,000 toys on football pitch for Christmas kids good news giveaway

By Amy, 12, Jill Dando News This is football at its very best. A Spanish Football…

Students’ Christmas Book reaches no.3 on Amazon chart alongside Matt Haig and Enid Blyton

By Tamsen and Mia, 13, Jill Dando News  Students reached Number 3 in the world for…

Good news for dog owners! People with pooches more likely to feel loved

By Jill Dando News Dogs have become a pet of choice for millions in Britain, America…

Britain’s favourite footballer backs Christmas giveaway of his motivational book

By Amy, 12, Jill Dando News World football hero Marcus Rashford has backed the giving out…

Latest Jill Dando News Centre pupil reporting team unveiled

By Jill Dando News Pupils enthusiastic to find good news in the latest Jill Dando News…

On Eve of Cinema Blockbuster, Spider-Man pays a Christmas visit to a UK school 

By Jill Dando News On the Eve of his Cinema appearance that has broken all Marvel…

As the England cricket team play Australia for the Ashes, school pupils in England are trained up on inspirational cricket programme

By Jill Dando News A fun cricket training programme is seeing pupils take up the sport…

Zanna’s poem to be published to the world after she wins prestigious writing competition

By Jill Dando News Amazing Zanna, 5, has won a prestigious Young Writers competition. Her poem…

Fabulous Jared, 12, drives generosity Christmas parcel wrap for families in need at Christmas

By Jill Dando News Fabulous Jared, 12, has driven a generosity Christmas parcel wrap for families…

Pupils get to meet Thunder the Robin mascot while quizzing local footballer

By Jill Dando News Pupils got to meet Thunder the Robin mascot while quizzing a local…

A Christmas charity single has been released by a brilliant school

By Jill Dando News A Christmas charity single has been released by a brilliant school Students…

Does your team, business or organisation need a morale and positivity boost?

Book life enthusiast motivational speaker Shane Dean for a morale boost for your workplace. Millions of…

Buzzy brilliance! Miracle bees make it out alive after being buried in volcano ash for 50 days

By The Post Animal Correspondent  As anyone who has watched the classic hit film Bee Movie…

Amazing students launch Britain’s first Kindness Post Box

By Amy, 12  Students at Priory Community School Academy In Weston-super-Mare Somerset have invented a postbox with…

Meet dog of the year Boone – lighting up children’s hospitals with his smile and story

By Animal Correspondent, Jill Dando News  The brilliant Boone took home the top prize at the…

Missing hero dog ‘Butter’ saves family from fire then reunites with owners

Story found and written by Juozas, aged 11, Priory Community School Academy, Jill Dando News (a…

Big hearted pupils help Foodbank with Christmas event

By Jill Dando News  Pupils at St Anne’s Church Academy https://stanneschurchacademy.co.uk in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset are donating…

Students perform amazing musical talents for their school’s big Christmas charity events

By Jill Dando News Students are performing their amazing musical talents for their school’s big Christmas…

Incredible Mayor’s Ball raises record £14,000 on one night for fast expanding mental health charity

By Jill Dando News An incredible Mayor’s Ball has raised a record £14,000 on one night…

National Hero Captain Sir Tom Moore: Day planned to celebrate and empower older people

By Jill Dando News Captain Sir Tom Moore’s daughter says she hopes to start a fundraising…

He could be the best football player on the planet – now Liverpool legend Mohamed Salah‘s helping to save it

By James, Sports Reporter With goals coming thick and fast, Mohamed Salah could now be the…

Inspirational pupils thriving in reading and writing after enjoying dozens of new books

By Jill Dando News Inspirational pupils are thriving in reading and writing after enjoying dozens of…

Tasting toasted marshmallows follows exciting learning about fuel, oxygen and fire at fantastic school

By Jill Dando News  Pupils at St Anne’s Church Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset learnt lots about…

Pupils relishing reading at excellent school

By Jill Dando News Pupils at Pawlett Primary School Academy in Somerset are reading dozens of…

Ethan, 10, and his heroic chicken care makes popular farming magazine

By Liam Drury Ethan, 10, featured in popular farming magazine after his heroic feats studying via…

Famous G4 band performs with students at Pauline Quirke Academy

Written by India, 11, Jill Dando news G4, famous performers who took part in X Factor…

COP26 – what decisions are made and how do they affect you?

By Climate Correspondent In November 2021, representatives from over 200 nations around the world came together…

Students delight at new library and bookclub

By Jill Dando News High-achieving students are thriving in their new library and popular book club.…

Incredible 10 EV charging points installed at ambitious firm as it prepares for massive 200 jobs boost

By Climate Correspondent A Weston-super-Mare firm has installed 10 electric vehicle (EV) charging points at its…

Mortgage broker gives 17,425 of clean water in 15 months to world’s poorest as part of kindness drive

By Charity Correspondent A big hearted mortgage brokers have donated 17,425 days of clean water, 1,288…

Students help Foodbank with “Reverse Advent” and “12 Days of Christmas” for the fourth year running

By Jill Dando News An academy has launched their charity “Reverse Advent” and “12 Days of…

Sir David would be proud! Archie, 14, drives plan to make academy trust one of Britain’s greenest

By Jill Dando News Inspirational Archie, 14, is helping to drive eco changes across 8 schools…

Pupils’ excitement after the arrival of a Woodlands Trust pack to plant 90 trees in their school grounds

By Jill Dando News  Pupils at St Anne’s Church Academy in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset have been exploring…

Post Lockdown nature transformation brightens up community

By Jill Dando News An incredible post-Covid19 lockdown underpass nature transformation is brightening up the community…

Brilliant big hearted pupils, staff, carers and parents have purchased a new £1700 defibrillator after excellent fundraising

By Jill Dando News Mendip Green Primary School pupils and families raised nearly £1000 to go…

Pupils’ passion for good news! Headteacher bombarded with applications to become Jill Dando reporters

By Jill Dando News Pupils have bombarded a headteacher with applications to become Jill Dando good…

Good news hounds combine pen and tech brilliantly to find positive stories

By Jill Dando News  Good news hounds have been combining pen and tech brilliantly to find…

Awesome Ava, 9, walks England rugby team out before watching Twickenham spectacular see them beat world champions in final minutes

By Jill Dando News Awesome Ava, 9, walks England rugby team out before watching Twickenham spectacular…

Children In Need charity help by big hearted students and staff

By Jill Dando News More than 5000 brilliant students aged 2 to 18 and 750 staff…

Exercise, breathe, cry and laugh – top UK doctor gives tips for a Friday anti-stress boost

By Health Reporter One of Britain’s best doctors has given his latest Friday boost to help…

Awesome Ava, 9, to lead out England V South Africa in historic world rugby match

By Jill Dando News Awesome Ava, 9, is to walk the England rugby team out at…

Future England rugby wannabe Jenson, 11, given world trophy shirt by international star

Report written by: Kiaran, Amber and Maria, aged 12 Photo by Josh, 15 Jenson Pullen, of…

Eco Archie, 14, gets personal handwritten praise letter from TV’s Alan Titchmarsh

By Liam Drury, Jill Dando News A teenage school eco warrior was been wowed after receiving…

UN accredited climate teacher gives talk on the environment at local church

By Sasha Keates, 16, and Charlotte Avery, 16, Jill Dando News We visited St John’s Church…

Stereophonics: Band Review

By Samara Siviter Formed in 1992 in Wales, Stereophonics are an alternative rock band, and in…

Good news as the Queen seen looking really well while making her first public engagement since missing Remembrance Sunday

By Reuben, 16 It’s Good news as the Queen was seen looking really well while making…

Will.i.am and Tim Peake back primary school engineering and STEM skills plan

By The Post schools reporter The Voice TV star Will.i.am and other celebrities including Tim Peake…

Pupils and families are celebrating after the appointment of a new crossing patrol lady – the first since 2020

By Jill Dando News Heather James has returned back to West Huntspill Primary School in Somerset…

Drinking coffee or tea can cut dementia risk by a quarter

By Health Reporter for The Post It’s good news for coffee or tea drinkers – new…

Popular academy passionate about reading and diversity receives 100 new books from writers of colour

By Amy, 12 and Lexie,11 A popular academy passionate about reading and diversity has received 100…

It’s good news for your health – meet the humble asparagus

By Lucy, Health Reporter Did you know the brilliant little vegetable asparagus has been used as…

Premier League manager Graham Potter supports homeless charity by sleeping rough

By Reuben, 16 Brighton football boss Graham Potter has had an excellent start to the season…

Arlo’s acrobatic horse jumping awards inspires other pupils at his brilliant school

By Jill Dando News reporters aged 9 and 10, St Anne’s Church Academy Arlo and his…

The Great Outpaws! Charity looking for outdoor homes for nervous cats

By Animals Correspondent The RSPCA has launched a new rehoming campaign to help find alternative homes…

Grateful Jordan shares her story as inspirational charity sets a £15,000 target for their Big Give Christmas Challenge

By Jill Dando News Grateful big sister Jordan has shared her story of an inspirational charity…

Ethan, 10, ‘graduates’ from Edinburgh University to help care for his rescued chickens

By Liam Drury Animal lover Ethan, 10, has studied via Edinburgh University to help give chickens…

COP26 Olivia and students on BBC TV

By Climate Change Correspondent for Jill Dando News Olivia FInch, 17, has been interviewed for BBC…

Academy plants 420 trees in remembrance and to help save the planet.

By Tamsen, 14, Mia, 12, and Liam Drury, Jill Dando News 420 trees have been planted…

Be kind and boost your health on World Kindness Day

By The Editor Roald Dahl famously declared that kindness is the number one attribute in a…

More than 5000 brilliant students aged 2 to 18 and 750 staff mark Remembrance Day in touching tributes

By Gytis, 13, Josh, 15, Tamsen, 14, Jill Dando News More than 5000 brilliant students aged…

Academy honours Remembrance Day with a Wave of Poppies made by every single Year 7 student. 

By Josh, 15, Jill Dando News An academy has honoured Remembrance Day with a Wave of…

Students host Royal British Legion dignitaries on Remembrance Day

By Dawson, 14, Jill Dando News The King Alfred School Academy hosted Royal British Legion dignitaries…

Brilliant students mark Remembrance Day in touching tribute

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Laugh your way to a better mood

Since the start of COVID-19, I had a laughable daily goal. It was simply – to…

Why our students went to COP26? Together we can save the planet!

By Archie Matthews, 14, Climate Change editor As Jack Clark, 16, and Olivia Finch, 17, return…

New library takes shape at ambitious academy

By Jill Dando News The new library is taking shape at Worle Community School Academy in…

Academy installs five of Britain’s best school eco bins in quest to help save the planet

By Tamsen, 13 and Mia 13 As world leaders meet to thrash out plans to help…

As Barack Obama speaks to COP26, Lucy, 16, explains climate change and urges people to take a stand and save the planet

Former US President Barack Obama is this afternoon addressing COP26 in Glasgow. He is the latest…

Is this the secret to a long healthy life?

By Health Correspondent A journalist has discovered the good news for people wanting to live a…

Post Covid good news for dogs as pet pooches get their own TV station

By Jill Dando News There is some post Covid19 good news for dogs – now they…

Students chosen to meet Ministers and delegates at COP26 after award-winning international eco work

By Jill Dando News Jack Clark and Olivia Finch achieved incredible things as Head Boy and…

“Kind, gentle, generous, compassionate.” MP that championed the lives of his constituents is hailed for his outstanding character

Reuben, 16, Political Correspondent Sir David Amess who died today in Essex should be remembered as…

Big hearted billionaires host dinner to help disadvantaged children

By Liam Drury A group of billionaires from the UK are holding a charity dinner in…

Why we need to get the world’s children off social media, by Dawn Carey, leader of one of Britain’s fastest growing mental health charities

Time to get the world’s children off social media By Dawn Carey Getting rid of social…

Hot chocolates and smiles as super pupils celebrate

By Jill Dando News Enthusiastic pupils have enjoyed their celebratory hot chocolates after superb work. Pupils…

Pupils learn English outside under trees in their spectacular countryside school

By Jill Dando News Pupils have been learning English outside under trees in their spectacular countryside…

Campaigning children help change plastic policy of milk firm

By Olivia, 10 and Chloe, 10, Jill Dando News. Photo by Joe, 10 The Year 6…

Young journalists aged 13 to 17 start filming on world’s first student-led mental health documentary

By Samara Siviter, 16 Filming has started on the world’s first student-led mental health documentary, ‘Our…

Happiness is Your Garden, writes Harrogate Flower Show shortlisted Matt Davis

Landscaping, design and maintenance expert Matt Davis, fresh from a shortlisting in the Harrogate Flower Show,…

Academy students in the top few percent in Britain in prestigious maths awards

By Jill Dando News Worle Community School Academy students in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset have performed excellently in…

‘Give us more good news!’ Children and young people send big message to Media bosses after biggest UK vote ever

By Jill Dando News Children and young people in over 700 UK schools are urging Media…

£10000 funding boost for mental health support

By Good News Post Organisations and groups in North Somerset that support mental health can get…

Why young people should put their phones down and get off social media, by Dawn Carey, leader of one of Britain’s fastest growing mental health charities

We have recently seen the launch of a campaign to get people to come off of…

Be kind to everyone, by Lucy aged 12

During lockdown I have started watching an inspiring film called Wonder. It has had I real…

Out of this world! Student reporters quiz astronaut and host of world figures

By Jill Dando News reporters  A NASA astronaut, World Cup winners, a Messi and Ronaldo training…

Wonderful students place photos of war dead in homes where they once lived

(Exclusive story and photo by Anna Barrett) In an amazing tribute, War hero soldiers as young…

Our The Post kid reporters Britain’s first journalists to quiz Boris Johnson in Number 10

(Exclusive by Dawson, aged 12) Reporters from the Good News Post aged 10 and 11 interviewed…

Why good news is good for you…

There is seemingly more bad news now than ever in history. With 24.7 news and social…

The King Alfred School and Academy hosts Community Coffee Morning in support of Macmillan Cancer

By Hazel, Lily and Leah, Jill Dando News Correspondents The King Alfred School Academy in Highbridge, Somerset…

Good news out of bad as influential organisation campaigns for urgent help for millions of young people

By Jill Dando News It’s good news out of bad as the British Association for Counselling…

World Health Day, My health, My right (By Jaiden, 12)

By Jaiden, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondent World Health Day is around the corner for us…

3 gymnastic stars chosen to compete and represent England! (By Evie, 12)

By Evie, 12, Jill Dando News Correspondent There are jubilant celebrations as three gymnastic stars represent…

One of world’s best seaside Piers in Jill Dando’s home town crowned with top prestigious family fun award

By Jill Dando News Holiday Correspondent The Grand Pier, a family run attraction in Weston-super-Mare, is…