Young people in Greater Manchester have praised their experience of new T Level qualifications for how they have helped them gain relevant work experience while they learn. T Levels were first introduced in 2020 as two-year technical education courses for 16-19 year olds as an alternative to … [Read more...]
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Seashell submits plans for community cycle track as part of £50 million masterplan
Stockport charity, Seashell, is preparing to submit detailed plans this week for an inclusive cycle track and learn-to-ride school to be built on its Cheadle Hulme campus for children and young people at its school as well as the wider community. The charity is seeking to build a 2 km off-road … [Read more...]
Report recommends moving library services to new Merseyway hub
A report to Stockport Council's Cabinet has recommended moving library services from Central Library to a new multi-million pound learning hub in Merseyway, following extensive public consultation. The new Learning and Discovery Hub, provisionally named Stockroom, will repurpose disused retail … [Read more...]
Business encouraged to progress Kickstart employees onto apprenticeships
Businesses in Greater Manchester are being encouraged to support young people currently on work placements through the Kickstart scheme and progress them onto apprenticeships. The Kickstart scheme was set up during the coronavirus pandemic to support businesses to offer paid work experience … [Read more...]
Green light for latest phase of Stockport College redevelopment
Plans to build a new main entrance, business centre and teaching facilities at Stockport College have been approved by planning officers as redevelopment of the campus continues. Plans were revealed earlier this year and form part of an ongoing £24 million redevelopment of Trafford College … [Read more...]
Campaign launches to combat dirty air around Stockport schools
Parents and guardians of Stockport children are being urged to ‘Turn it Off’ as part of a new campaign to clamp down on dirty air caused by car exhaust fumes outside the borough’s schools. Poor air quality is the largest environmental public health issue facing the UK and is estimated to … [Read more...]
Stockport landmarks recreated in Lego by Pure Innovations clients
Three children from across Stockport have had their artwork of notable landmarks in the town recreated as bespoke Lego models by clients of local charity, Pure Innovations. The artwork was created as part of a summer competition, organised by Stockport SHAPES Alliance, One Stockport and Pure … [Read more...]
Stockport employers and young people invited to Kickstart jobs fair
Local employers are invited to showcase their opportunities for work placements under the government's Kickstart Scheme at a jobs fair for young people in Stockport. The event aims to support the Kickstart scheme, a government initiative launched during the coronavirus pandemic to help under 25s … [Read more...]
Poynton students help shape solutions for net-zero
Two students from Poynton High School have taken part in a national summit to explore ways engineers can help the UK meet net zero carbon goals. A Year 9 and a Year 13 pupil from the school took part in the Tomorrow’s Engineers Week Schools COP Summit, which brought together over 50 young people … [Read more...]
Consultation on library services Stockroom move closes at midnight
A consultation on plans to move library services from Central Library to a new learning and discovery centre in Merseyway, provisionally named Stockroom, closes today at midnight (18th October). The proposals will see book lending, IT provision and other services currently offered at Central … [Read more...]
Apprenticeship and careers service supports over 100,000 young people
Over 100,000 young people across the city-region have now used the Greater Manchester Apprenticeship and Career Service (GMACS) to find opportunities, access resources and apply for apprenticeship roles. The service launched over 18 months ago to provide a one-stop shop for young people to search … [Read more...]
Virtual careers week explains post-16 options for Stockport’s young people
Young people in Stockport will have the opportunity to learn about post-16 further education, training and career opportunities with the region's top employers during a week of careers events. Stockport Jobs Match's Post-16 Careers Week is a virtual exhibition taking place from 11th to 15th … [Read more...]
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