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A Thanksgiving to remember: children care homes mark the holiday in style

1 December 2023 - 11:00am

With the holiday season approaching, staff at two of our residential services, Norvent and Ventnor, turned ordinary days into fun and seasonal experiences for children and young people with challenging behaviours, learning difficulties and mental health issues.

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Meet Stitch, the bearded dragon turned therapy animal!

30 November 2023 - 10:15am

Meet Stitch, our new addition to the Animal Assisted Intervention therapy team! Sporting a shiny coat of scales and an impressive set of spikes, he's not just a pet; he's a learning partner.

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Putting time into the Together Trust as a Volunteer Research Assistant

13 November 2023 - 10:00am

Kerri Braham has been a voluntary research assistant since February after discovering the Together Trust online. After reading about the work they do for others, she decided to contact them and hasn't looked back since. Kerri wanted to volunteer to expand her experience in researching and to build up transferable knowledge and skills, as well as do her bit for society.

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Local stores lending us a helping hand this winter

10 November 2023 - 11:00am

If you’re local to the Together Trust, keep reading. This winter, we are collaborating with multiple stores who are supporting us in many wonderful ways.

Whether you’re a Tesco fan, keen on Lidl, a Co-op member, or love to treat yourself to a John Lewis trip – there's something for everyone. Keep reading to discover how you can shop while giving back this holiday season.

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Campaign success! Plans to close rail ticket offices in England have been scrapped

1 November 2023 - 2:15pm

You may have seen the incredible news that the government is scrapping its plans to close rail ticket offices in England. Earlier this year, our amazing supporters helped us send 600 letters to rail companies about the impact that this proposal would have on disabled passengers.

Show you care this Care Leavers Week

25 October 2023 - 10:00am

Today marks the start of National Care Leavers Week 2023. We believe that all children in the care system should have safe and loving homes and receive care where they live until at least age 18. You can play a vital role in speaking up for the rights of children in care.

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Bridge students bring local community issues to the attention of Andy Burnham

17 October 2023 - 9:45am

Bridge College students left a lasting impression on Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, during his visit to our campus on October 6 2023.

Update on government plans for improving the care system

6 October 2023 - 3:45pm

In February 2023, the Department for Education (DfE) published its consultation, Stable Homes Built on Love, seeking views on their ideas for reform of the children's social care system.

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Students dress up in their best animal costumes to celebrate World Animal Day

5 October 2023 - 11:30am

Today's 'Animal World Day' at Inscape House School was a roaring success. The event saw tens of students walk through the doors of the big hall to learn more about animal ecosystems and how to protect them.

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Bridge Bake Off 2023

2 October 2023 - 3:15pm

In a delightful gathering at the bustling Bridge College café, the Bridge College community, came together to participate in the highly anticipated event of the year: Bridge Bake Off 2023.

What about the children? We’ve signed an open letter to Chair of COVID-19 inquiry

27 September 2023 - 9:15am

We at the Together Trust, along with over 40 children's charities and professionals in child development, are deeply concerned about the unacceptable delays in taking evidence from children regarding the effects of lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Pen pals over 7000 kilometres apart: Celebrating Inscape House’s latest project with New Horizon

25 September 2023 - 8:45am

In January 2023, Together Trust launched an exciting collaborative project with New Horizon Special School, Ghana’s first SEN school.

Earlier this year, one of the ways Inscape House School (part of the Together Trust) got involved in this exciting project was the preparing and sending of a 40ft container of resources from our school in Cheadle, Stockport, all the way to Accra in Ghana.

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“I want to be a chef when I grow up” - Inscape House School students share careers ambitions in artwork displayed at Manchester Central Library

20 September 2023 - 2:30pm

Inscape House School students took part in ‘Futures for All’, a city-wide initiative by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and Greater Manchester Apprenticeship & Careers Service (GMACS) celebrating young people with SEND in the workplace.

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Our response to Ofsted’s proposals on inspecting semi-independent accommodation

15 September 2023 - 11:30am

Last week, we responded to the consultation on the new Ofsted inspection framework for semi-independent accommodation.

A young man in a wheelchair posing for a photo with his certificate between three staff members from the Together Trust

Magical evening at Etihad Stadium for the 2023 Achievement Awards

12 September 2023 - 12:00pm

This summer, 130 children and young people from across the Together Trust’s services were celebrated at one of our favourite events: the annual Together Trust Achievement Awards.

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Together Trust celebrates Manchester Pride Parade 2023 in style!

1 September 2023 - 3:15pm

Together Trust staff got an overwhelmingly big reaction from the crowds while rocking colourful disability, autism and queer youth awareness banners at Manchester Pride Parade 2023!

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Inspecting careless accommodation: Our thoughts on the Ofsted framework

24 August 2023 - 1:30pm

Ofsted is currently consulting on its framework for inspecting semi-independent accommodation. The consultation aims to gather opinions on inspection outcomes, notice periods for inspections and key elements of semi-independent (careless) accommodation.

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Make the most of the summer holidays: returning to school

14 August 2023 - 8:00am

We hope you’ve had a good summer holiday! But now it’s only a couple of weeks until schools restart for the autumn term. This will mean another change of routine for your child.

Sports Day gives students a chance to shine through friendly competition

10 August 2023 - 12:00pm

Before the end of the academic year, children and young people at Inscape House School enjoyed their annual fun-filled sports day. Nursery pupils and senior students aged five to 17 were all welcome to turn up at the school’s sports field and participate in the competitions, regardless of their sporting abilities.

A photograph of bunting hung in front of a window. It's decorated with gold text "30th'

Bridge College Celebrates 30 Years of Specialist Education

8 August 2023 - 9:00am

Bridge College recently celebrated its 30th anniversary since opening its doors to students from all walks of life

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