Record Results for Star Performers
Dramatic talents are in the spotlight at Cheadle Hulme School, where students have achieved record results in their London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art performance examinations.
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Making the most of a school open day
Independent school open day season is upon us, but how do you make the most of these occasions and find out if the school is the right one for you and your child? Here is a list of questions to help.
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Science: Is it a Girl Thing?
Can girls do science? This was a question which Teneeka Mai, Tanya Drobnis and Siyang Weianswered with a resounding ‘yes’ as they claimed victory at the British Physics Olympiad in April, winning Gold Awardsin their age category.
Read MoreDo our children start school too early?
Does formal schooling routine interfere with what you would like to do with your child as a parent? Are you happy with the current system and believe that it is never too early to educate children if it is done correctly? We’d like to know your view on the matter, the best comment will be published online and in the magazine.
Read MoreSchool Open Days 2013-14 School Year
Most schools have their open days in autumn. If you are looking for a primary or secondary school for your child in Grater Manchester or Cheshire please check our listings for the open school days this year. Schools are welcome to add their information to the listings via contact form or through the comments box below.
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Sensory Stories
A child’s cognitive development depends on sensory stimulation. . . Children who struggle with processing sensory stimulation can find everyday experiences to be too much. This often happens with children who have autism or ADHD. . . For these children having the chance to practice being exposed to stimuli in a safe environment can be a very beneficial experience. The story telling space is a great place for this to happen.
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Blue for boys – Pink for girls?
Wilmslow Prep School, which will this year celebrate its 104th birthday, will be introducing boys to the school from September, initially into Kindergarten, Reception and Form 1. In subsequent years these boys will progress through the School until the whole School offers a mixed environment.
Read MoreIs the future Academic?
Head of Education, Michael Gove, is of the opinion that Academy Schools are the best choice for the education system of Britain. Academy Schools were first established by The New Labour Government in 2000. There are now nearly 2000. If the trend remains the same, it could become a real possibility that the majority of our children will one day attend an Academy. The question is, how would attending an Academy School be any different from attending a comprehensive one?
Read MoreParents Choosing Truancy
Nearly a quarter of UK families with school age children have had or are considering a holiday during the school term. Up to 1.8m families are set to trade school days for cheaper holidays
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Pricey Precious
The path of private education is a long one. The path of an educational financial plan needs to cover all of those years. The earlier parents embark on good financial planning for their child’s education, the better…
To get more ideas come to free School Fees Advice seminars at the Cresta Court, Altrincham on the evenings of July 2 and July 9 run by Bright Partnership.
Free Taster Sessions at King’s Pre-School
Parents of two and three-year olds will be pleased to hear that The King’s School is offering free taster sessions at its outstanding Pre-School on Monday 20 May, Thursday 6 and 27 June, 9.30 – 10.30. The sessions will allow children to get involved with some fun activities, whilst parents can meet staff, look around the impressive facilities and also chat to some other parents over a coffee.
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