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NEWS FROM STOCKPORT GRAMMAR

Musicians from Stockport Grammar School headed to London to take part in a series of concerts across the capital. Concert Band, Jazz Band, Wind Orchestra and Junior Chamber Choir kicked off the concerts with performances at St James’ Church, Piccadilly. The musicians wowed audiences on the bandstand at Alexandra Gardens with performances by Concert Band, Jazz Band, Wind Orchestra and Big Band. They also enjoyed a tour of the National Theatre before their final performance at St Paul’s Church in Covent Garden. Lower Sixth student Lily Amet commented: “Being able to show a different community our talent, alongside just having fun and enjoying ourselves, was really memorable. A highlight for me was the tour around the National Theatre as it helped give me an insight into how hard people work behind the stage and the effort that goes into making an amazing show.” W: www.stockportgrammar.co.uk

HALF TERM GETAWAYS AT HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS

Thinking of treating the family to a half term break where you can enjoy comfortable accommodation with a huge choice of local attractions on your doorstep? Then look no further than Holiday Inn Express TraffordCity. Their family friendly hotel offers rooms from £89.00 which include a complimentary buffet breakfast for all the family and is the ideal base to start your family adventure. To make a reservation call: 0161 359 5757 Young golfers will enjoy the Junior Academy at Trafford Golf Centre at TraffordCity, with lessons priced from £19.50. Whether you are a budding professional or beginner, Trafford Golf Centre has you covered. It’s the busiest driving range in the UK with Toptracer technology on all bays, a licensed Café & Bar serving Starbucks refreshments. Even better, it’s open 7 days a week, 7.00am – 10.30pm. Find more information about what’s on offer online. W: www.traffordgolfcentre.co.uk

EXPERIENCED OR NEW TO THE GAME, TRAFFORD GOLF CENTRE IS THE PLACE TO BE!

11+ PREPARATION – WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BE DOING NOW?

Paul White, Senior 11+ Tutor at KSOL is here to guide you through some essential tips for 11+ preparation: “If your child is now in Year 5, ensure they are getting into a good study routine to confidently grasp the key 11+ concepts. If your child is not on one of our online 11+ programmes, there’s still time to enrol and use the daily tests to build up a personalised course which focuses on improving weaker areas.” “Now is also a good time to book our online mock exams ready for next year. The sooner a child starts their mock-exam practice, through our renowned online platform, the more time they will have to improve upon their weaker areas and become confident in their exam techniques and time-management skills.” KSOL are award-winning 11+ specialists. Call 0161 327 2003 or visit www.ksol.co.uk to find out more about KSOL’s special offers on 11+ online mock exams in 2023.