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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Home Bargains' £2 holiday toy is a must-have for parents wanting to keep kids entertained for hours this summer
But be sure to supervise your children when they're using this buy PLAY ON Home Bargains' £2 holiday toy is a must-have for parents wanting to keep kids entertained for hours this summer PARENTS staring down the barrel of a long six weeks of summer holidays may want to take a trip to Home Bargains. A budget buy is sure to keep your kids entertained in the warm weather. Advertisement 3 Home Bargains shoppers can pick up a budget-friendly buy that's perfect for the summer (stock image) Credit: Getty 3 The bargain buy can help to improve your children's swimming skills and diving abilities (stock image) Credit: Getty For just under £2 you can guarantee hours of fun in your own garden or at the local swimming pool. If you have a paddling pool in your outdoor space, a Home Bargains buy can create a fun swimming game and keep you cool this summer. You can pick up a Splash Set of Four Diving Rings for just £1.99 from the retailer. According to manufacturers, you can "dive into fun" with these bargain buys. Advertisement Read More On Summer Buys JET SET Lidl is selling a £6 foldable backpack that's perfect for Ryanair flights They are described as "perfect for all ages" but parents should still practice caution with their children around water. The dive rings are recommended for ages three years and older. "These brightly coloured rings make swimming practice a blast," the product description read. You can even encourage some friendly competition between your children. Advertisement And it can also help boost your child's confidence while in the water. "See who can collect them the fastest and improve those diving skills," manufacturers said. The clever way you can ensure your paddling pool is kept warm "Your family will have a splashing good time diving for this set of four brightly coloured numbered rings." The rings can be used to help both children and adults become better swimmers and improve their diving skills. Advertisement Simply toss the rings into your pool and wait for them to sink to the bottom. Then you can begin your race to see who can collect the most rings first. And we're also rounded up some of the best bargains available for paddling pools this summer. Swimming safety advice Experts have revealed some of their top advice for both adults and kids heading to the water this summer: How to stay safe at the beach Gareth Morrison, Head of Water Safety at the RNLI said: "If you find yourself being swept out to sea in a rip, try to relax and float until you are free from the rip and you can then swim to safety. "If you see someone else in danger, alert a lifeguard or call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard." How to stay safe at the swimming pool Tiny Hearts Education, former paramedic and CEO Nikki Jurcutz said: "Always put your little one in bright or contrasting colours that would be easy to find in an emergency. "It only takes 20 seconds to drown, little tips like this could save a life". An Auqabliss spokesperson added: 'Swimming toys such as noodles, dive rings, floaties and beach balls can be dangerous if left in the pool. 'Children may try to grab these from the pool's edge and fall in." How to stay safe at a waterpark Ali Beckman, Puddle Ducks Technical Director, said: "Never send a child down the slide on their own, not only are they going to be entering the slide pool area independently, they then have to exit the pool and wait for an adult. "And wave pools should be avoided until your child is really confident with water going over their faces and you know they are able to regain their feet independently. 'Waterparks are often very busy places and it's easy to lose sight of a child in a split second." Shoppers have already heaped on the praise for a budget-friendly paddling pool. Advertisement The price of another paddling pool has been slashed in the lead up to the warm weather. And one mum's hack helps to set up your paddling pool this summer, without you needing to blow it up. A Lidl buy is also guaranteed to keep your kids entertained all summer long. Or you can take to a larger body of water with a paddleboard available from Lidl. Advertisement
National Post
21-05-2025
- Business
- National Post
Lumivero Launches Experiential Learning Cloud to Empower Career Readiness and Institutional Success
Article content Article content DENVER — According to Hanover Research, 62% of higher education administrators say their institution is not effective at analyzing student success data. In response to this growing challenge, Lumivero—the leading provider of research and decision software—today announced the launch of Experiential Learning Cloud, a purpose-built solution that gives institutions real-time visibility into student performance, program outcomes, and accreditation readiness. Article content Experiential Learning Cloud simplifies complexity across the student journey by unifying placement, assessment, and accreditation into a single solution. By transforming fragmented systems into a centralized, structured environment, institutions gain insight, maximize resources, and drive continuous improvement—while laying the foundation for responsible, AI-powered innovation across experiential learning programs. Article content 'Experiential learning isn't optional for programs like teacher education, social work, and counseling—it's mission-critical for preparing students to succeed in their careers and make real-world impact,' said Gareth Morrison, CEO of Lumivero. 'As enrollment grows and job markets expand, these programs are becoming more complex to manage. Experiential Learning Cloud gives institutions the structure and insight they need to scale with confidence—while staying focused on student success.' Article content Built from the trusted placement capabilities of Sonia and assessment functionality of Tevera, Experiential Learning Cloud enables end-to-end program management with a configurable, cloud-based system. Article content Key benefits include: Article content Streamline placements and reduce administrative burden: Automate manual tasks like placement matching, approvals, and evaluations—freeing up time for what matters most. Make data-driven decisions with real-time insights: Access centralized dashboards to monitor student progress, spot trends and identify at-risk students early, and guide program improvements. Advance program and student success: Track competencies, simplify accreditation prep, and empower students with verified experience records. Article content Institutions using Experiential Learning Cloud report replacing up to five disconnected systems and reclaiming up to 50% of administrative time—resulting in stronger alignment between academic programs and workforce readiness, and more time for faculty and staff to focus on what matters: supporting their students. Article content Experiential Learning Cloud is part of the Lumivero software portfolio and complements its solutions for qualitative and quantitative analysis, advancing the company's mission to help academic and business organizations turn data complexity into clarity. Article content Lumivero is a leading provider of research and decision software, empowering organizations to simplify data complexity, find insights and get clarity for greater business and academic success. Through a combination of data analysis, AI-powered workflows, and expert-developed scientific methodologies, Lumivero helps researchers, industry experts and business leaders discover new innovations and make mission-critical decisions. Article content Lumivero is trusted by thousands of organizations across sectors, including academia, industrials, energy, financial services, life sciences and manufacturing, who analyze millions of datapoints, manage thousands of projects and support hundreds of scientific research publications per year. Headquartered in Denver, CO, Lumivero operates globally across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
Business Wire
21-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Lumivero Launches Experiential Learning Cloud to Empower Career Readiness and Institutional Success
DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--According to Hanover Research, 62% of higher education administrators say their institution is not effective at analyzing student success data. In response to this growing challenge, Lumivero—the leading provider of research and decision software—today announced the launch of Experiential Learning Cloud, a purpose-built solution that gives institutions real-time visibility into student performance, program outcomes, and accreditation readiness. Experiential Learning Cloud simplifies complexity across the student journey by unifying placement, assessment, and accreditation into a single solution. By transforming fragmented systems into a centralized, structured environment, institutions gain insight, maximize resources, and drive continuous improvement—while laying the foundation for responsible, AI-powered innovation across experiential learning programs. 'Experiential learning isn't optional for programs like teacher education, social work, and counseling—it's mission-critical for preparing students to succeed in their careers and make real-world impact,' said Gareth Morrison, CEO of Lumivero. 'As enrollment grows and job markets expand, these programs are becoming more complex to manage. Experiential Learning Cloud gives institutions the structure and insight they need to scale with confidence—while staying focused on student success.' Built from the trusted placement capabilities of Sonia and assessment functionality of Tevera, Experiential Learning Cloud enables end-to-end program management with a configurable, cloud-based system. Key benefits include: Streamline placements and reduce administrative burden: Automate manual tasks like placement matching, approvals, and evaluations—freeing up time for what matters most. Make data-driven decisions with real-time insights: Access centralized dashboards to monitor student progress, spot trends and identify at-risk students early, and guide program improvements. Advance program and student success: Track competencies, simplify accreditation prep, and empower students with verified experience records. Institutions using Experiential Learning Cloud report replacing up to five disconnected systems and reclaiming up to 50% of administrative time—resulting in stronger alignment between academic programs and workforce readiness, and more time for faculty and staff to focus on what matters: supporting their students. Experiential Learning Cloud is part of the Lumivero software portfolio and complements its solutions for qualitative and quantitative analysis, advancing the company's mission to help academic and business organizations turn data complexity into clarity. To learn more, visit: About Lumivero Lumivero is a leading provider of research and decision software, empowering organizations to simplify data complexity, find insights and get clarity for greater business and academic success. Through a combination of data analysis, AI-powered workflows, and expert-developed scientific methodologies, Lumivero helps researchers, industry experts and business leaders discover new innovations and make mission-critical decisions. Lumivero is trusted by thousands of organizations across sectors, including academia, industrials, energy, financial services, life sciences and manufacturing, who analyze millions of datapoints, manage thousands of projects and support hundreds of scientific research publications per year. Headquartered in Denver, CO, Lumivero operates globally across the Americas, EMEA and APAC.
Scottish Sun
19-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Historic lido with Olympic-sized swimming pool and waterslide reopens after £130,000 upgrade
And the UK city getting an entirely new lido SPLASH OUT Historic lido with Olympic-sized swimming pool and waterslide reopens after £130,000 upgrade A UK lido dating back to the 1930s has undergone a £130k renovation - and has reopened in time for summer. Banbury Open Air Pool, part of the Woodgreen Leisure Centre, first opened back in 1939. 3 Banbury's outdoor lido has undergone a £130k revamp Credit: Alamy It is home to an Olympic length 50m outdoor pool, with eight lanes that are heated. It also has outdoor slides and a splash zone as well as a food shack serving snacks and drinks. And the £130,000 renovation includes new showers, toilets and changing rooms, as it reopens today for the summer season. Rob Pattenden, the council's healthy communities chief, said the upgrades were so the pool could "move with the times". He added: "With the warm weather we're having, I fully expect people to be making the most of Banbury's wonderful outdoor pool as it opens its doors for another summer." Both tourists and locals have raved about the pool. One tourist said: "Love swimming in the wide lanes - just like being on holiday." While the pool opened in 1939, it was forced to close in 2002 due to ongoing maintenance problems. However, a campaign in 2005 saw it reopen, which took place on 2009 as part of the leisure centre. It now has themed events throughout the season, including standard lane swimming as well as toddler sessions. Five lidos to visit in the UK 3 The lido has a 50m outdoor swimming pool that is heated Credit: Alamy Thankfully you don't have to be a member of the leisure centre to access the pool. Tickets for adults over the age of 16 cost £5.65 while kids and seniors over the age of 50 cost £3.70. Under threes swim free, although the Aqua Tot sessions cost £2.50. It isn't the only lido that has recently undergone a huge renovation. Guildford Lido in Surrey is one of the oldest in the UK having opened in 1933. Closing for the winter season it has since revealed it's huge £2.1million revamp in time for the summer. And Manchester it set to get a new lido between Ancoats and New Islington. Swimming safety advice Experts have revealed some of their top advice for both adults and kids heading to the water this summer: How to stay safe at the beach Gareth Morrison, Head of Water Safety at the RNLI said: "If you find yourself being swept out to sea in a rip, try to relax and float until you are free from the rip and you can then swim to safety. "If you see someone else in danger, alert a lifeguard or call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard." How to stay safe at the swimming pool Tiny Hearts Education, former paramedic and CEO Nikki Jurcutz said: "Always put your little one in bright or contrasting colours that would be easy to find in an emergency. "It only takes 20 seconds to drown, little tips like this could save a life". An Auqabliss spokesperson added: 'Swimming toys such as noodles, dive rings, floaties and beach balls can be dangerous if left in the pool. 'Children may try to grab these from the pool's edge and fall in." How to stay safe at a waterpark Ali Beckman, Puddle Ducks Technical Director, said: "Never send a child down the slide on their own, not only are they going to be entering the slide pool area independently, they then have to exit the pool and wait for an adult. "And wave pools should be avoided until your child is really confident with water going over their faces and you know they are able to regain their feet independently. 'Waterparks are often very busy places and it's easy to lose sight of a child in a split second." If you like swimming all year round, here is a UK lido that is open all year round. And here is a UK lido in one of the UK's trendiest seaside towns that is right on the beach.
The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
Historic lido with Olympic-sized swimming pool and waterslide reopens after £130,000 upgrade
A UK lido dating back to the 1930s has undergone a £130k renovation - and has reopened in time for summer. Banbury Open Air Pool , part of the Woodgreen Leisure Centre, first opened back in 1939. Advertisement 3 Banbury's outdoor lido has undergone a £130k revamp Credit: Alamy It is home to an Olympic length 50m outdoor pool, with eight lanes that are heated. It also has outdoor slides and a splash zone as well as a food shack serving snacks and drinks. And the £130,000 renovation includes new showers, toilets and changing rooms , as it reopens today for the summer season. Rob Pattenden, the council's healthy communities chief, said the upgrades were so the pool could "move with the times". Advertisement Read more on lidos He added: "With the warm weather we're having, I fully expect people to be making the most of Banbury's wonderful outdoor pool as it opens its doors for another summer." Both tourists and locals have raved about the pool. One tourist said: "Love swimming in the wide lanes - just like being on holiday." While the pool opened in 1939, it was forced to close in 2002 due to ongoing maintenance problems. Advertisement Most read in Travel Exclusive However, a campaign in 2005 saw it reopen, which took place on 2009 as part of the leisure centre. It now has themed events throughout the season, including standard lane swimming as well as toddler sessions. Five lidos to visit in the UK 3 The lido has a 50m outdoor swimming pool that is heated Credit: Alamy Thankfully you don't have to be a member of the leisure centre to access the pool. Advertisement Tickets for adults over the age of 16 cost £5.65 while kids and seniors over the age of 50 cost £3.70. Under threes swim free, although the Aqua Tot sessions cost £2.50. It isn't the only lido that has recently undergone a huge renovation. Advertisement Closing for the winter season it has since revealed it's huge £2.1million revamp in time for the summer. And Manchester it set to get a Swimming safety advice Experts have revealed some of their top advice for both adults and kids heading to the water this summer : How to stay safe at the beach Gareth Morrison, Head of Water Safety at the RNLI said: "If you find yourself being swept out to sea in a rip, try to relax and float until you are free from the rip and you can then swim to safety. "If you see someone else in danger, alert a lifeguard or call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard." How to stay safe at the swimming pool "It only takes 20 seconds to drown, little tips like this could save a life". An Auqabliss spokesperson added: 'Swimming toys such as noodles, dive rings, floaties and beach balls can be dangerous if left in the pool. 'Children may try to grab these from the pool's edge and fall in." How to stay safe at a waterpark Ali Beckman, "And wave pools should be avoided until your child is really confident with water going over their faces and you know they are able to regain their feet independently. ' If you like swimming all year round, And here is a Advertisement 3 The outdoor pool has reopened in time for summer Credit: Alamy
