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The Lighthouse Allotment & Sunflowers

Perched atop a rolling hillside with gorgeous views overlooking the Teign valley lays a little strip of land that has been The Lighthouse’s allotment for the past few months. During this time staff and students … Read more

Activities and Achievements

Where has this year gone? It’s hard to believe another academic year is almost complete, but we’ve been enjoying reflecting on some of the achievements, activities and moments of real pride that our students have … Read more

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award helps young people build life-long belief in themselves, supporting them to take on their own challenges, follow their passions, and discover talents they never knew they had. There are different levels available, … Read more

Plymouth University Open Day

This Wednesday saw us taking a group of students to the University of Plymouth to attend their Open Day. It was a brilliant day – from exploring the city campus, to talking to possible future … Read more

Autistic Pride Day

Autistic Pride Day is a pride celebration for autistic people held on 18 June each year. Autistic pride recognises the importance of pride for autistic people and its role in bringing about positive changes in the broader society. Whilst we consider … Read more

Writing Research Visit

Learning is always tailored to each student here at Breakthrough so the range of opportunities and experiences we provide for our learners is extensive. Most recently we facilitated a research visit for one student who … Read more

Mental Health Awareness Week

Mental health matters all year round, but Mental Health Awareness Week is an important opportunity to both raise awareness of the importance of good mental health and shine a light on some of the strategies … Read more

Exeter Jobs Fair

This week saw students from both The Lighthouse and Cannamore Farm attend a careers fair in Exeter. It was an interesting morning and great to learn about so many of the different career opportunities available … Read more

Independent Living: Healthy Eating

Our Lilcott students have been embracing the idea of healthy eating; undertaking research, practising shopping and preparing food. We began by researching exotic and unusual fruits and vegetables from around the world, before buying some … Read more

Cathedral Visit

On a gorgeous sunny day in February several students visited Exeter Cathedral to see the Gaia exhibit by UK artist Luke Jerram. This 3D exhibit of the earth, measuring seven metres in diameter, was created … Read more