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Tips for smooth schooling if your child has ADHD

October is ADHD Awareness Month. If your child is one of the 5% of children diagnosed with ADHD and is struggling with the return to school, experts at The Good Schools Guide have this advice:

 Identification is the first step in providing the support that is required, so act on your instincts if your child’s functioning is being affected by their attention difficulties, by talking to your...

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LeapFrog’s Top Learning Toys for Back to School

Rule the School with LeapFrog

With back-to-school season right around the corner, it’s never too soon to stock up on learning toys and gadgets that help make the transition that bit smoother. LeapFrog has got you covered with an exciting range of educational tools that turn homework hassles into engaging, interactive play. From high-tech gadgets to captivating books, their lineup is designed...

Not back to school: how home education is changing the way we learn

As September approaches, the familiar buzz of "back to school" season begins to resonate. Shops are filled with school supplies, uniforms, and lunchboxes while families prepare for the routine of frantic mornings and packed schedules. However, for many, this September marks a departure from tradition. Instead of the usual rush to return to the classroom, more families embrace the opportunity...

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Tips for Introducing Montessori Learning Methods to Your Child's Daily Routine

Introducing Montessori learning methods into your child's daily routine can be rewarding and transformative. Rooted in educational philosophy, the Montessori Method focuses on hands-on learning and self-discovery. It is centered around the child's individual needs and pace. Fundamental principles include fostering an environment that encourages independence, self-drive, and a genuine love for...

Parents and Teachers Urged to Prioritise Soft Skills and Help Young People into Work

An education platform founded by lawyers and educational experts to upskill young people with a range of critical soft skills believes parents and teachers can play a pivotal role in better preparing children for a looming workplace crisis.

By 2025, a third of the UK workforce will be Gen Z but 41% of business leaders believe this generation is largely unprepared for the workforce. [...

HSBC Volunteers Join Forces with Manor Green Primary Academy to Transform School Grounds

In a remarkable display of community spirit and teamwork, 35 volunteers from HSBC recently partnered with staff members from Manor Green Primary Academy and Focus-Trust to undertake a significant transformation of the school’s facilities and outdoor areas.

The collaborative effort focused on several key areas, resulting in a refreshed learning environment:

Library Revamp...

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Focus-Trust's 3rd Annual Oracy Festival Highlights Children's Voices and Mental Health

Focus-Trust recently held its 3rd Annual Oracy Festival at Wilsden Primary School, showcasing the voices of children from across all 15 Focus-Trust schools. This year's festival theme "My Voice Matters" coincided with Children's Mental Health Week, emphasizing the importance of children's mental health and self-expression.

Inspired by Manor Green Primary Academy Principal Victoria...

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THE LEGO GROUP CELEBRATES CHILDREN'S UNIQUE CURIOSITY ABOUT THE COSMOS BY ASKING THEM TO EXPLORE SPACE THEIR WAY

A new global study1 by the LEGO Group reveals that 86 percent of kids are interested in finding new planets, stars and galaxies, and 77 percent want to travel to space.
The LEGO Group is fostering kids’ imaginations by giving the world a preview of what awaits us in the universe.
The LEGO Group invited kids worldwide to share their ideas on space travel. Last night

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Manor Green Primary Academy achieves the RHS Level-1 School Gardening Award

Manor Green Primary Academy in Denton has been accredited with the RHS Level-1 School Gardening Award in recognition of its commitment to the journey of gardening and growing.

The RHS School Gardening Awards provide a structure to develop gardening through the curriculum at your school and a way to celebrate your progress.

Manor Green has always promoted sustainability and...

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Teachers to get up to £6000 extra to teach vital subjects

From September, up to £6000 will be available for teachers working in key STEM and technical subjects such as maths, construction and engineering, as well as early years education, as part of the government’s drive to recruit and retain the best staff, the Department for Education announced.

The expansion of the levelling up premium payment scheme to those working in further...

Manor Green Primary School Celebrates "Time for Science Week"

Manor Green Primary School in Denton recently concluded its highly successful Science Week, themed around the concept of "Time."

From March 8th to March 17th, students engaged in a variety of captivating activities aimed at exploring the theme and fostering a love for science.

The theme for British Science Week this year, 'time,' was the inspiration behind Manor Green's...

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