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• Results Days 2025: Isle of Man students set for summer results

  Around 1,400 young people will receive their exam results in the Isle of Man this month, marking a key milestone in their educational journey. Students from the Island’s five secondary schools will collect their results on the following dates: Thursday 14 August – (Key Stage 5):  A-level Other Level 3 qualifications, including BTECs Thursday 21 August – (Key Stage 4):  GCSE IGCSE Other Level 1 and 2 qualifications, including BTECs Daphne Caine MHK, Minister for Education, Sport and Culture, said: 'Results…

  read more 5 days ago by desc.gov.im

• Historic Youth Exchange Reconnects Crown Dependencies

  Fifteen young people from the Isle of Man have returned from a landmark youth exchange to Jersey — the first of its kind between the Crown Dependencies in 25 years. Last week’s visit was part of the Isle of Man Youth Service’s Young Workforce programme, which develops future youth workers through hands-on training and volunteering. Each participant earned their place through a competitive application process and completed a tailored programme focused on youth key work skills and community involvement. Duri…

  read more Tue, Jul 29th 2025 1:00 am by desc.gov.im

• Young performers bring fairytales to life

  A stage production featuring much-loved fairy-tale characters — including Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel — will take place at Kensington Arts in Douglas this month. Performed by a talented young cast aged eight to 17, the show is a lyrical retelling of familiar Brothers Grimm tales — but with a twist. The adaptation of Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning musical, Into the Woods JR. is designed for younger performers and is presented through special arrangement with one of the world’s lea…

  read more Fri, Jul 11th 2025 1:00 am by desc.gov.im

• A message from the Department of Education, Sport and Culture to students, parents and school staff

  The Department of Education, Sport and Culture recognises that this is a difficult time for many following the tragic loss of a young life in our community. Our thoughts are with everyone affected, and we want to reassure you all that a range of support measures will be available for young people and staff as they return to their schools on Monday.  We know this news has come as a shock, and that many people are feeling a range of emotions. At a time like this, it is natural to feel upset, worried, confuse…

  read more Sun, Jun 8th 2025 1:00 am by desc.gov.im

• Young Leaders Wanted: Apply Now for Sports Coach Award

  Young people with a passion for sport and leadership are being encouraged to apply for a structured coaching programme delivered by Manx Sport and Recreation (MSR). The award offers 24 Year 11 students the chance to gain hands-on experience, professional qualifications, and the opportunity to interview for paid coaching roles on completion. The eight-month programme begins with a training week at the National Sports Centre on 14 July, before participants go on to complete a range of workshops and gain cert…

  read more Wed, Jun 4th 2025 1:00 am by desc.gov.im

• Sir Mark Cavendish to open raceway renamed in his honour

  “Sir Mark Cavendish will return to the Isle of Man raceway where he fell in love with cycling as a young boy next month to see it renamed in his honour. Chi…”

• SPARK 2025: Family festival returns to inspire children about nature

  “The action-packed family festival SPARK will return this summer, bringing with it a bigger, bolder programme celebrating creativity, imagination and the na…”

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