Two schools in Stockport have been granted planning approval to be rebuilt, replacing old buildings and supported by the Department for Education's School Rebuilding Programme. New buildings and subsequent demolition of older structures has been given the green light by Stockport Council for both … [Read more...]
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Vernon Building Society launches Junior Regular Saver to help next generation build good money habits
Vernon Building Society is launching a new Junior Regular Saver account designed to help children across Greater Manchester and Cheshire develop positive saving habits and build confidence with money from an early age. As a mutual, Vernon Building Society’s purpose is rooted in supporting the … [Read more...]
More than 1,800 Trafford & Stockport College Group students achieve qualifications
Trafford & Stockport College Group is celebrating another year of exceptional student achievement, with more than 1,800 learners receiving results across A Levels, T Levels and vocational qualifications. Many students are progressing to top universities, including the University of Liverpool, … [Read more...]
Summer programme sees Stockport students build construction skills
A group of young people in Stockport have spent the summer learning practical construction skills and exploring possible career routes through a hands-on programme led by the One Stockport Construction Hub. The eight-week programme has supported students who were at risk of becoming NEET (not in … [Read more...]
Stockport County Community Trust reaches 6,000 children through Together Schools Programme
Stockport County Community Trust has completed a successful year of its Together Schools Programme across primary and secondary schools in the borough. Delivered with the support of Together Money, the programme provides free educational workshops to engage thousands of young people at no … [Read more...]
Stockport SMEs invited to join Ignite Alliance growth programme
Ambitious SMEs across the borough are being invited to express interest in joining the second cohort of the Stockport Ignite Alliance, delivered by Trafford & Stockport College Group. Building on the success of the first cohort, the programme combines expert-led masterclasses, peer learning … [Read more...]
Manchester Digital launches Switchboard to support early tech careers
Tech industry body Manchester Digital has launched Switchboard, a new service designed to make it easier for technology employers to offer work experience, mentoring, industry placements, internships and apprenticeships. Manchester Digital already works with employers across the region to deliver … [Read more...]
MAG welcomes Government focus on technical education
Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has welcomed plans announced by Prime Minister Andy Burnham to raise the profile of vocational and technical education. MAG, which runs Manchester, East Midlands and London Stansted airports, has long championed employer-led skills and employment programmes, … [Read more...]
Stockport businesses invited to take part in Deaf Awareness training
Stockport businesses are being invited to help make the borough more inclusive and have their teams take part in Deaf Awareness training. Led by British Sign Language teacher, Lorri Wilson, sessions are designed for organisations of all sizes that are looking to improve communication, … [Read more...]
Education reforms to raise the profile of technical education nationwide
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced changes to the education system that will raise of the profile of technical education by offering new pathways for Year 10 students. From age 14 (Year 10), students will have the chance to combine core academic subjects – including English, maths and … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester colleges come together for landmark safeguarding conference
Education providers and safeguarding professionals from across Greater Manchester came together for the region's first ever safeguarding conference, marking a significant step forward in protecting and supporting young people. The conference was hosted by GMColleges, the organisation representing … [Read more...]
Cornerstone Resources scales its leadership development programmes
Stockport-based HR consultancy Cornerstone Resources is expanding its learning and development offering, after a strong start to the function led by L&D Consultant Joe Husbands. The business is now focusing on bespoke L&D programmes for medium-sized organisations, typically businesses … [Read more...]
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