Inscape House School shines a light on autism with special interests exhibition
24 May 2024 - 8:00am
In the spirit of Autism Acceptance Month this past April, dedicated staff at the Together Trust leveraged this time to shine a light on autism, striving to foster a more accepting world for those on the spectrum. The journey through school can prove challenging for many autistic children and young individuals.
Bridge College students wow parents and carers with their ‘showcase’ of work
22 May 2024 - 2:15pm
This May, Bridge College opened its doors to parents and carers, inviting them to witness the impressive work of its students. As parents arrived, they were warmly greeted by learners who escorted them outside to witness a group of students demonstrating their remarkable rugby skills.
Students learn life lessons on Duke of Edinburgh expedition
20 May 2024 - 10:00am
Between 30 April and 2 May, students from Ashcroft School and Inscape House School successfully completed their Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh's Award expeditions.
Dedicated volunteers nominated for recognition in upcoming Stockport awards
15 May 2024 - 10:00am
Our horticulture enthusiast, Tom Hatton-Jones, is a finalist for the Young Volunteer of the Year Award, while our Volunteer Drivers are contenders for the Volunteering Team of the Year Award.
Mental Health Awareness Week: What’s the status of children’s mental health services in the UK?
13 May 2024 - 12:30pm
In light of Mental Health Awareness Week, this blog outlines some of our mental health policy positions and the link to the Children Commissioner's recommendations.
Bridge College had the honour of hosting this year's swimming gala, bringing together enthusiastic teams from Seashell Trust, Piper Hill, and two of its own teams at the Manchester Aquatics Centre.
Home away from home: Haines House's Easter trip to Scotland
5 May 2024 - 10:00am
This Easter, the young people and staff at Haines House, one of the Together Trust's residential homes, took a trip to Whithaugh Park, a breathtaking outdoor activity centre nestled in the serene Scottish borders around Newcastleton.
What is an 'unregistered children’s home' and why is it illegal?
30 April 2024 - 10:00am
A recent investigation by the Observer and the Together Trust has shed light on a hidden side of the children’s homes’ system. We are here to provide a simple explanation about the different types of housing for children in care.
New generation of students graduates from Gusto work experience programme
25 April 2024 - 3:00pm
We're thrilled to announce that our amazing Inscape House School and Ashcroft School students have officially graduated from their work experience programme at Gusto Italian.
Children and young people contribute their experience of the care system in powerful new book
17 April 2024 - 10:00am
Free Loaves on Friday, an anthology of poems, letters, and other forms of writing written by more than 100 care-experienced people with contributions from the Together Trust, will be published this Thursday 18 April.
Opinion: Children being placed in illegal children’s homes across the UK is an emerging hidden crisis
15 April 2024 - 10:00am
New data published by the Guardian following a joint investigation by The Observer and Together Trust shows an alarming amount of children being placed in unregistered (illegal) homes by Councils.
My Vote, My Voice: Attending the first accessible hustings in Greater Manchester
10 April 2024 - 11:00am
Jargon filled manifestos, inaccessible polling stations, photo ID restrictions, lack of clear knowledge available on voting rights: these are just some of the barriers to voting for disabled people in Greater Manchester and across the UK.
The Together Trust surprises 500 young people and their families this Easter
5 April 2024 - 11:00am
This year, the Together Trust’s Easter appeal collected over 2,500 chocolate eggs and raised a fantastic £1369 to support 500 young people and their families in the North West.
Surprise guest hops by Inscape House School for their Easter celebrations!
1 April 2024 - 11:30am
Students went on an Easter hunt on Thursday 21 March, cracking clues that spelt out R-A-B-B-I-T: leading them to the school hall adorned with Easter decorations where they were met with arts and crafts, sensory activities, and a special guest star - Honey the bunny!
Students at Bridge College celebrate the vibrant Holi festival through energetic Bollywood-style dance workshops.
28 March 2024 - 12:00pm
To celebrate the Holi Festival at Bridge College, Kalpesh, the director of K'Z Dance Entertainment LTD, hosted a Holi festival-themed dance workshop for all students.
Championing the needs, rights and experiences of Children in Care in Parliament
26 March 2024 - 2:45pm
This morning (26 March), our Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns Manager Lucy Croxton gave evidence to the Education Committee at Parliament as a part of a panel on children’s social care.
As we mark World Sleep Day 2024, it's imperative to reflect on the importance of sleep equity – the notion that every individual deserves access to high-quality sleep regardless of their background or circumstances. At Together Trust, we firmly believe in this principle and are committed to championing sleep equity for children and young people with Autism or social communication difficulties.
