Victoria Education Centre

07/10/2026

A new club dedicated to the Paralympic sport of frame running is launching in Bournemouth.

One Step Beyond was founded by Victoria student James, who wants people to experience the health benefits and freedom of frame running.

The club is holding an open session at Kings Park Athletics Stadium from 12pm on 17 October where people can drop in and try frame running. No previous experience is needed.

17/09/2026

BCP Council has launched a consultation on Home to School Travel Support in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

The council will be holding drop-in events and an online information session where you can find out more, ask questions and share your views.

More details below.

❓Do you have questions about the Home to School Travel consultation?
Would you like to speak directly with the team behind the proposals?
Join us next week at one of our drop-in events or our online information session to find out more, ask questions and share your views. 🚌🧑‍🦽‍➡️

📍 Wed 23 September, 2-5pm, Bournemouth Library
📍 Thurs 24 September, 2-5pm, Northmead House, Creekmoor, Poole
📍 Fri 25 September, 2-5pm, Christchurch Library

💻 Online Information Session – Wed 23 September, 6-7pm

Representatives from Parent Carers Together Forum will also be attending the drop-in events alongside council officers.

📅 Consultation closes on 7 October 2026

🔗 Find out more and book your place: see link in comments👇
BCP Council Family Hubs & Info Parent Carers Together

16/09/2026

A song shaped by the voices of our students and staff.

Turn up the volume and enjoy Shaftesbury's version of Joy Oh Joy, a new song written by renowned British Christian songwriter Graham Kendrick which celebrates the talents of the Shaftesbury community.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/2A4uvbHT59M

Shaftesbury’s version of ‘Joy Oh Joy’ celebrates the voices, talent...

03/09/2026

Welcome to the new school year!

It has been a wonderful first day back for our students, who have filled the school with laughter and energy and spent time settling into their classes, meeting their teachers and catching up with friends.

A warm welcome to our new students and staff, here's to a busy term of learning, discovery and growth.

10/08/2026

Before the end of the summer term, we welcomed members of Sporting Bears Motor Club, the Rotary Club of Parkstone and staff from Tesco's Branksome store to celebrate the success of our annual Car Show.

The Sporting Bears presented the school with a cheque for £4,665, funds raised from donations for Dream Rides at our Car Show and Westbourne Car Show. They also brought a Bentley to school, giving some students the chance to sit inside, rev the engine and enjoy the air conditioning on a very warm day.

The Rotary Club donated sensory equipment and items to support students' learning, funded by almost £300 raised through its cake stall at the Car Show, while Tesco supported the event with tombola prize donations.

A huge thank you to all for their generosity, support and commitment to our school community.

Branksome in the Community

01/07/2026

Tomorrow is school photos day 📸

Students will have individual portraits, followed by a class photo.

30/06/2026

Energy levels were high on Class Alum's trip to Flip Out Southampton.

For two hours, students climbed and slid their way around the inflatables and bounced on the trampolines, embracing every challenge with enthusiasm.

Needless to say, it was a huge hit with the class.

26/06/2026

Sports Week continued - albeit scaled back due to the heatwave - with students taking part in a range of activities from yoga and movement sessions to boccia and fun on the inflatables.

We are looking forward to seeing students' creative costumes at our Sports Day parade, which has been rescheduled for 6 July.

23/06/2026

Sports Week revved into action with our annual Grand Prix day.

Students set off from the starting grid – walking and wheeling round the course - with the aim of completing as many laps as possible before taking the flag at the finish line.

Huge thanks to Experience Motorsport for joining us and introducing students to motorsport.

05/06/2026

Transition Drop In session

Diverse Abilities is holding a drop in session for parents to learn more about the transition process into adult services for children with physical and learning disabilities.

Experts will be on hand to provide advice and guidance on a range of topics. Drop in from 10.30am-12pm on 24 June at Melton Court, Lindsay Road, Branksome.

Register: https://diverseabilities.org.uk/transitionsdropin