Local councils in Greater Manchester, as well as across the UK, have adopted technology of a Manchester start-up, Tootoot, to combat mental health issues in their schools, as well as taking part in early stage pilots for the wellbeing tool in the workplace. The business also received support … [Read more...]
News for: Education
Stockport College owner enters merger talks with Cheadle and Marple colleges
The Cheadle and Marple College Network and Trafford College Group (TCG), which absorbed Stockport College last year, have announced they are in talks regarding a potential merger. The merger would create a single college group with sites in Stretford, Altrincham, Stockport, Cheadle and Marple. … [Read more...]
Damar Training up-skills for growth with new appointments
Long-established apprenticeship training specialist, Damar Training is preparing for growth as they enter their 40th year. As part of their 5-year plan, Damar have made several new appointments to focus on growing the business. Commercial Partnerships Director, Robin Lindsay, will take the lead … [Read more...]
New Chair of Board at Stockport based Seashell Trust
A new chair has been appointed to the Board of Directors at Stockport's Seashell Trust. Gwen Carr, is to retire after completing her full term of 12 years with the Trust and will be replaced by Dr Robina Shah MBE. Last week, Gwen, who has been Chair since 2014, stepped down from her post and … [Read more...]
Elected and business leaders publish first Manifesto for the North
As the country prepares to head to the polls, Northern business and elected leaders have joined forces to publish the first ever Manifesto for the North – outlining the ambition to power up the North with support of the incoming Government. The first of its kind, the Manifesto for the North will … [Read more...]
Stockport College creating autonomous learners with technology
The learning support strategy adopted by Stockport College is a move away from traditional human helpers, and one which recognises the power of technology in creating autonomous learners. With a Learning Support Zone, specialist tutors and support coordinators, they ensure every student feels … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport to open Aerozone Education centre
Manchester Airport today announced plans to open a state-of-the-art education centre on its campus. Called AeroZone, it will launch in the new year and host more than 5,000 pupils aged between four and 18 every year. The plans were revealed as the Airport’s parent company - MAG - released its … [Read more...]
UK: multi-million investment fund open for Academies and sixth form colleges
Academies and sixth form colleges across England can now bid for a share of more than £400 million to transform facilities, improve school buildings and create more good school places. The Department for Education has launched the latest round of the Condition Improvement Fund – the last of which … [Read more...]
Stockport parents encouraged to tackle air pollution on school run
Stockport parents are being asked to consider dirty air quality at the school gates. Poor air quality is the largest environmental public health issue facing the UK and is estimated to contribute to the equivalent of 1,200 deaths in Greater Manchester each year. Air pollution affects health … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport welcomes record number of international students
Manchester Airport has welcomed a record number of international students through its terminals this summer, underlining the world class reputation of universities across the North. There are 43 universities within the airport’s two-hour catchment area, all of which are increasingly attracting … [Read more...]
Vernon launches 100% Buy for Uni Mortgage
Stockport’s Vernon Building Society has launched the Buy for Uni Mortgage a smart way for students to get onto the housing ladder and through university. The Buy for Uni Mortgage enables parents to help their children buy a home without having to directly fund a deposit, by becoming a joint … [Read more...]
Library of Lost & Found north west read 2019
This year's chosen read is Phaedra Patrick’s charming novel, The Library of Lost and Found. A giant book club is about to take over the North West...and you're invited to join in a wonderful opportunity to bring readers in the North West together through online and in-person book discussions. … [Read more...]
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