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Long-service celebrated at National Star
Staff with more than 300 years of combined service to National Star have been recognised for their dedication and commitment at the charity’s annual long-service awards.
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National Star students join National Trust to grow wildflowers
National Star students are teaming with the National Trust to sow wildflowers at Ullenwood, boosting biodiversity and supporting Gloucestershire’s Stroud Landscape Project for wildlife restoration.
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Education partnership secures greater education choice for young adults in Worcestershire
A unique partnership between The Heart of Worcestershire College and National Star has exceeded all expectations in how it supports young adults with disabilities to learn new skills for adulthood.
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Green award for biodiversity passionate students
National Star has been presented with a prestigious Green Award at BBC Radio Gloucestershire’s ‘Make a Difference’ Awards after student and staff made efforts to preserve Ullenwood's hedgehog population.
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Cambridge Society makes donation to honour National Star student
National Star has received a heartfelt donation from the Trinity Hall Hesperides Literary and Arts Society, co-run by Luke, a Cambridge University student whose twin brother Jamie attended the college.
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National Star and Hartpury join forces to turn student donations into charity support
A new partnership between National Star and Hartpury is helping reduce waste and support young people with disabilities through generous student donations of homeware and clothing.
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Students driving change to make streets more accessible
National Star students are driving change in Cheltenham, showing local officials the accessibility challenges they face on Pittville’s streets to help make them safer.
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Students receive award for Stroud Canal Restoration project volunteering
Five National Star students were awarded the prestigious Heritage Heroes award in the Stroud Council Chambers earlier this week. They received this award for their time spent volunteering as part of the Stroud Canal Restoration project.
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New accessible path connects college to countryside
A new accessible path now links National Star College with Crickley Hill Country Park, opening up nature for students, wheelchair users and the local community.
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