Education
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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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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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 MoreHead 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 MoreNearly 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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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.
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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Research suggests that keeping kids in an almost sterile environment and encouraging the use of all sorts of antibacterial products is linked to child obesity, vitamin D deficiency and low immune system. On the other hand, contact with mud produces serotonin in the body, alleviating depression…
Read MoreLearning science starts with some basic curiosity, with the realisation that it is all here under our feet, at our fingertips, and under our skin. Talking with children about this world is the only way to get them interested in science.
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SciTech is a truly amazing experience for children. Now in its 22nd year of operation, SciTech seems to enjoy an unrivalled reputation for inspiring the next generation of scientists
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The Ryleys School in Alderley Edge is welcoming applications from talented youngsters for prestigious scholarships… Applications for Scholarships to The Ryleys must be received by Friday 22nd February in order to be considered for the assessment day on Saturday 2nd March.
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