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September 23, 2022 Beth Saffer-Matthews 1 Comment

When One Becomes Two

Last autumn Beth wrote about concerns and anticipations of the imminent arrival of their second baby. Twelve months later, she shares with M&D readers her experience of having a new addition to the family.

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September 7, 2022 Cat Allen 0 Comments

We speak your language

Drama encourages us to read, scripts give us structure, a safety net, a purpose and drama class can go a long way towards helping learn a chosen foreign language.

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April 4, 2022 Cat Allen 0 Comments performance arts classes

The Show Must Go On…

The countdown is on, lines have been learnt, dances are being polished and more costumes are arriving at doorstep of Noodle Performing Arts for long awaiting ‘Peter Pan’…

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January 7, 2022 Cat Allen 2 Comments

When I Grow Up…

A performing arts teacher’s thoughts on parents influencing their children into a career: “Time is precious. Our dreams can be squashed in a second, so why are we determined to do that to our kids?”

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October 14, 2021 Stephanie Joy Phillips 0 Comments

Childless Not by Choice: We can all Make a Difference for Future Generations

I longed to be a parent: I had chosen their names, knew the stories I wanted to read to them, the beaches with the best rock pools to explore, the family traditions I was excited to share and the treasures in my house they would inherit; but I was denied that dream. . .

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October 6, 2021 Mums&Dads 0 Comments Didsbury, interviews, toy shops

One Year On: Covid, Community and Giddy Goats

Last autumn, when we thought that we were going to get back to normal in a month or two, M&D asked Amanda Alexander, the owner of Giddy Goat Toys, about her experience of the first lockdown and her ways of keeping the business going during the pandemic. Now, a year on, we talk to Amanda again.

Girls from Manchester High using technology

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September 14, 2021 Helen Jeys 2 Comments technology for kids

Is Technology Becoming an Integral Part of Education?

According to the Head Mistress of Manchester High School for Girls, Technology is no replacement for a teacher who can guide, support, motivate and inspire every student in the classroom – far more effectively than any digital replacement.

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June 25, 2021 Cat Allen 0 Comments indoor activities, performance arts classes

Coming out of the Bubble

Parents looking for children’s activities have booked on to performing arts classes in droves, and the increase in emails expressing worries over kids’ self-esteem and social skills has been significant.

Old man speaking with younger man | photo by Logan Weaver

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June 19, 2021 Mums&Dads 2 Comments father's day

Father’s Day Tips: Care Home Residents Give Advice to New Dads

This Father’s Day, residents at a care home in Bingley, near Bradford, have shared their top parenting tips for new

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May 21, 2021 Peter Matthews 3 Comments dads' stories, moving homes

Smooth Move – A Farther’s Guide to Moving Homes with a Toddler in Tow

Top tips for a successful house move when a little one in your life is too small to reason with, but tall enough to kick you in the knackers and run away each time you try to grab hold of them.

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April 20, 2021 Jo Mallaber 6 Comments Didsbury

Didsbury: Giddy, Comfy, Yummy

With children back to school after the holiday and following our third lockdown, it’s time to treat yourself to some retail therapy? Shop local and show some support to businesses up and down your high street.