Alliance Manchester Business School: Advanced Management Achievement Course (AMAC)

The Advanced Management Achievement Course (AMAC) is a 3-week highly specialised programme designed for officers moving into management and executive careers.

AMAC has a long and successful track record in helping officers make the transition from a military career to the business world after leaving the Armed Forces. It shares the language, concepts and practices of business which are often unfamiliar to delegates. AMAC qualification is CMI Level 8 Certificate in Strategic Direction and Leadership.

Bookings are now open for the next AMAC cohorts, with the following start dates:

8 November 2026
7 February 2027
6 June 2027

Each programme runs over three weeks, and after completing AMAC all participants become part of the AMAC Alumni community. The course is listed on ELCAS, and the course provider is registered with CTP.

To find out more please go to: Advanced Management Achievement Course | Alliance MBS

Scotland: Settling in to Scotland Webinar Wednesday 2nd September

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This webinar is designed to help you understand the Scottish school system, including the terminology, laws, and guidance that can help ensure your child gets the most from their education.

It is aimed at anyone who is new to the school system and might be of particular interest to families who are new to Scotland.

Settling in to school in Scotland - Enquire

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The Duke of York's Royal Military School Celebrates Outstanding A Level and BTEC Results

 

The Duke of York's Royal Military School Celebrates Outstanding A Level and BTEC Results

Students at The Duke of York's Royal Military School are celebrating another year of excellent A Level and BTEC results, with strong performances across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects.

This year's results showcase the strength of the school's provision, with over half of students achieving A*-B grades and the average grade across the cohort being a B.

Principal Alex Foreman said: “These results are a testament to the hard work, determination, and resilience of our students, supported every step of the way by dedicated teachers, boarding staff and the wider school community.

"We are proud to be a school that continues to go from strength to strength, where ambition is matched by exceptional care and support. At the heart of our success is our boarding ethos, which gives young people a real sense of belonging, stability, and confidence. It provides the time, structure, and encouragement to develop not only academically, but personally as well.

"Our aim is always to act in the best interests of our ‘Dukies’, helping them leave us with strong qualifications, character, independence and the confidence to thrive in whatever path they choose next. These results have opened doors to a wide range of exciting futures, positioning our ‘Dukies’ for ambitious and rewarding futures."

This year's leavers are now preparing to take their next steps, with many progressing to higher education, degree apprenticeships, specialist training and professional careers. The breadth and quality of opportunities available to this cohort reflects the strong foundation they have built during their time at the school and the wide-ranging possibilities these results have created.

Small class sizes, expert teaching and an extensive co-curricular programme ensure students leave the school equipped not only with strong academic outcomes, but also with the leadership, independence and resilience needed to flourish in higher education, apprenticeships and the workplace.

The school congratulates all students on their achievements and wishes them every success as they begin the next chapter of their journeys.

For more information, visit www.doyrms.com.

Highlands: Military Liaison Group (Education) supporting Armed Forces Families

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Moray: Early Learning and Childcare Information for Military families by Moray Council

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Moray Council have developed this ELC information to support Military families moving to the area.

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Gov.uk: Childcare for Service children ‘Moving to England from overseas or within the UK’ section updated

The gov.uk Childcare for Service Children webpage can be found at: Childcare for Service children - GOV.UK

The section on moving to England from overseas or a devolved nation was amended on 6 Aug, and now reads:

Moving to England from overseas or within the UK

If you are returning from overseas or moving within the UK, please visit the Best Start in Life website to find out what is available in your area. The application process and deadlines may vary.

It’s not possible to apply for additional funded childcare online when you are outside England. If you are due to return to England from overseas or elsewhere in the UK after a term deadline, you can call the Childcare Service Helpline on 0300 123 4097 to apply for a free childcare code and request a manual application. The manual application must be completed before the term deadline.

Information on term deadlines and when to apply can be found in DIN - Early years funded childcare overseas. Search for the DIN on defnet or Defence Connect (accessible by MOD personnel only).

Parents can apply outside of the recommended dates, but they might not receive their code in time. Parents must have a valid code by the end of the month before a new term starts.

Overseas

In overseas locations, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) provides services (or access to services) that, so far as is reasonably practicable, conform in type, scope and standard to that required by legislation in England.

Darlington: Welding & Fabrication Courses with Building Heroes

Welding & Fabrication Course 

Duration:        5 weeks

Location:        Darlington, DL1 1DR

Course dates:    09.11.26 - 11.12.26
                              11.01.27 - 12.02.27

Available to Veterans, Service Leavers within last 18mths of service, Reservists and immediate military family member

Please click the link below for all course information and on-line application.

Welding and Fabrication in the Industrial Environment | Building Heroes

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Scotland: Queen Victoria School Dunblane Open Morning Saturday 12th September

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Open morning will take place on Saturday 12th September 2026 and applications for admission to QVS close on the 15th January each year, 

Families are welcome to find out more by contacting Admissions on 03311433294 or email qvs.admissions@modschools.org 

Queen Victoria School - Boarding School, Dunblane, Scotland

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Dorset: School transport & pupil bus passes

 

Find information on school transport in Dorset, including: school bus updates safety of routes, all school transport news, how to apply for school transport schemes and appeal against a transport decision. Click HERE

Dorset County Council (DCC) school bus passes These cards will be sent direct to your home address.

DCC school bus passes will be for the life of attendance at your school or college, subject to transport entitlement and so will not need to be re-issued every year. These passes contain an electronic chip. School vehicles are fitted with electronic chip readers that will allow passes to be checked and details of the journeys recorded.

If a bus pass is lost during the academic year you must obtain a temporary pass from your school office in order to continue using school transport until a replacement pass can be issued.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Fife: Fife Council free School meals and school clothing grant applications now open for 2026-2027

Applications for school clothing grants and free school meals are open for 2026-27.

We can provide free school meals and a school clothing grant if you are on a low income. The school clothing grant is £130 per child for primary school pupils and £160 per child for high school pupils.

Applications for the new school year (2026/2027) opened on 1 May 2026.

For more, and to find out if you qualify, visit www.fife.gov.uk/schoolbenefit

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Corsham: Free Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship fundamentals programme coming in April 2027 for Military Spouses

• Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship
• 13 April 2027 - 8 June 2027
• In-person, Corsham Court, Wiltshire
• Free

During your eight-week journey you’ll gain a foundational knowledge in entrepreneurship and digital marketing. Delivered in a dynamic workshop format, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with your fellow learners, discover practical steps to transform ideas, and build a portfolio that documents your creative journey.

You’ll cover key topic areas such as:

• Identifying your strengths and digital direction
• Freelancer 101
• Digital marketing fundamentals
• Social media fundamentals
• AI awareness
• Creative strategy
• Design thinking for entrepreneurs
• Brand discovery
• Employment, freelance, business pathways

The course is free to learners thanks to funding from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust.

Eligibility: Participants must be 18+ and a partner/ spouse of a current serving member of the UK armed forces.

To apply: Places are limited. To secure a place please complete this short Expression of Interest Form here: Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship Programme Expression of Interest

For full information please see: Marketing and Entrepreneurship - Bath Spa University

Questions? Get in touch at shortcourses@bathspa.ac.uk

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Scotland: Moving to Scotland? Need to know about Special Educational Needs and the support available?

Moving to a new country and education system can be a worrying and busy time for families with a child with additional support needs.

Enquire is the Scottish advice service for additional support for learning. 

Providing easy to understand advice and information about additional support for learning legislation and guidance for families and professionals.

Enquire

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MOD’s Families Hub is now in its second year – have you used it yet?

 

https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/families/

Weeton: Woodwork Course - Free 6weeks course starting Wed 9th Sept 26

 Information provided by Weeton HIVE

Defence children Services: Supporting Armed Forces children’s transitions between education systems - Educators’ toolkit

This transition resource was developed collaboratively by education practitioners and education policy professionals from across Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and England. This involved officials from Government Departments, local authority officers, schools and Service charities from across the UK. It is designed to complement and strengthen existing practice, helping educators support effective transitions in educational settings.

Service parents with children who are moving schools across devolved nations may wish to highlight this guidance to the education professionals that they are liaising with.

To read the guidance in full online, please go to: Transition

There is also an option to download the whole booklet at this link: https://dcs.school/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026051504_BetweenEducationsystems_Transitionstoolkit_FINAL.pdf

Dorset: Adult learning courses

For information about courses, learning opportunities, learning at home and more please visit
https://www.webenrol.com/skillsandlearningace/

For details of local courses and information see links below.

Link to our online courses (courses are held online via Teams at specific times with a “live” tutor)

Link to distance learning courses (These are online modules that can be accessed whenever convenient)

Link to courses in Blandford

Link to courses in Poole, Wareham or Dorchester

Information about our employability and careers courses (also known as work skills)

Information about our English for Speakers of Other Languages courses

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Grantham: NHS Lincolnshire Community Health Services - Have your say! on pre-school speech and language therapy support

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Wales: Free Peer Mentoring Course for Cadets aged 16+ from Adferiad, every month until Dec 26

 

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Develop the skills to support and inspire others: Become a Peer Mentor

FREE courses until December 2026

Adferiad are pleased to offer free Peer Mentoring Courses for Cadets Aged 16+

Our FREE Peer Mentoring Course gives Cadets the skills and confidence to support their peers, become positive role models, and make a real difference within their Unit and Community. 

Speak to your Cadet Leader to arrange a course for your Unit

Contact: suzana.silva@adferiad.org 

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Queen Victoria School, Dunblane, Scotland – Open Morning 2026 12th September 2026

Please contact the school to register for the open event, and for further info go to: Queen Victoria School - Boarding School, Dunblane, Scotland

Wales: Free courses - Peer Mentoring & Train the Trainer with Adferiad, every month until December 2026

 

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Do you want to support the Armed Forces Community? If so join our FREE courses:

• Peer Mentoring &
• Train the Trainer

running monthly until December 2026

Who is it for?

• Veterans
• Spouses, partners, Carers & family members
• Support workers, volunteers and community leaders
• Anyone committed to improving the wellbeing of the Armed Forces community

Get in touch to book a free place or arrange an information session:
suzana.silva@adferiad.org

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub