Friend or Foe: A balanced take on technology
Jennifer McCloskey asks Sam Gibson, the Head of the Preparatory Department at Manchester High School for Girls, how we as parents can manage our children’s use of technology.
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Festival of Libraries’ Family Friendly fun gets ready for blast off!
Manchester’s Festival of Libraries 2025 is about to take families out of this world with a programme of free Family Friendly fun showcasing the creativity, ideas and adventures that await in all libraries, the festival features games, performances, crafts, exhibitions, trails and more; all of which is free.
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Vegan Family-Friendly Festival is Coming to Manchester this April
The 2025 Northern Vegan Festival from Vegan Events UK takes place on Saturday 19 April 2025. In its 11th year, you can expect over 100 epic vegan stalls, global cuisine, decadent cakes and desserts, expert talks and live demos, ethical fashion, cruelty-free beauty and nutrition secrets. This family-friendly festival will provide the ultimate inspiration for vegans, vegetarians, flexitarians, those thinking about going vegan or wanting to include more vegan products in their diet – everyone is welcome. And with free entry for under-16s, it’s an excellent family day out from only £5.
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Mental Health and Early Smartphone Exposure
The Head of the Prep Department at MHSG, one of the leading independent schools in Manchester, explores the negative impact smartphones can have on children recognising however numerous educational benefits technology can offer.
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Tailored for your child
As alternative education gains more popularity and recognition in the UK, Manchester Montessori House aims to stand out as a
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“Do You Hear the Pupils Sing?” A Tri-School Triumph in Les Misérables
Pupils from The Manchester Grammar School, alongside their peers from Manchester High
School for Girls and Withington Girls’ School, have collaborated to produce a remarkable
rendition of Les Misérables.
South Manchester Schools Meeting for a ‘Leadership Lunch’
On Wednesday 25 September 2024, members of the Senior Officer Team from The Manchester Grammar School welcomed the Head Girl Teams from Manchester High School for Girls and Withington Girls’ School for a ‘Leadership Lunch’. The concept of service and giving back to the community is a key part of the ethos at all three schools, deeply embedded in their histories.
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The Manchester Grammar School: New Year – New School Captain
Jack, who has been an active member of The Manchester Grammar School community since he started as a Junior School pupil and was chosen to be the school captain this year, shares his thoughts and plans.
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Congratulations on A-level results!
Last week pupils in England received their A-level results. Across the country top grades have risen for the first time since 2021 – with 27.8% of all grades marked at A* or A.
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Dive into summer at one of Manchester’s hidden gems: Withington Baths
The Withington Baths, a Manchester landmark celebrated for its community spirit and historical charm, is rolling out events and activities perfect for families, fitness enthusiasts and arts and crafts lovers.
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Manchester Histories Festival – Free and Family Friendly
MHF 2024 from Thursday 6 – Sunday 9 June: connecting people through histories and heritage. Since its start in 2009 it has grown into a much-loved part of the festival scene across Greater Manchester.
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