Education, Sport and Culture News
Swimming pool report to be published
A report setting out future options for the Isle of Man’s three regional swimming pools will be made public on Monday when it is added to the Tynwald Register...
Friday, 12 January 2024
More than 1,000 free theatre tickets offered to families thanks to Arts Council initiative
Hundreds of families have experienced live performances at the Gaiety Theatre this year as part of a ticketing initiative to boost community engagement with...
Wednesday, 13 December 2023
VillaGaiety: Tynwald backs £1.63m tech upgrade at flagship cultural venues
A £1.63m technology upgrade at the Isle of Man’s two largest entertainment venues has been backed by Tynwald.
The last major overhaul of sound and lighting...
Tuesday, 12 December 2023
Isle of Man Sports Awards: Call for nominations for top achievements
Sports fans are being invited to submit their nominations for the annual Isle of Man Sports Awards.
In total, there will be 12 categories, including...
Wednesday, 29 November 2023
Primary school postcard project champions Manx language
Hundreds of primary school children on the Isle of Man have participated in an inter-school postcard project as part of their efforts to learn the Manx...
Friday, 24 November 2023
A week to celebrate ‘youth work in every place and space’
From feeding horses and donkeys to drinking hot chocolate on the beach around 100 children participated in a series of events underscoring the Youth Service's...
Wednesday, 22 November 2023
Around 1,400 attend Employment and Skills fair
Around 1,400 people attended the Employment and Skills fair at the Villa Marina earlier this month.
The Department of Education, Sport and Culture’s (DESC)...
Wednesday, 22 November 2023
Minor radon issues found at five schools
A small number of rooms in five Isle of Man schools have been found to have above-average radon levels, but there are no immediate health concerns.
The...
Tuesday, 21 November 2023
Five schools receive Green Flag award for ‘exceptional dedication’ to environment
Five primary schools have received an internationally recognised award for their ‘exceptional dedication’ to environmental education and sustainable...
Thursday, 16 November 2023
Youth Service annual conference unveils ten year strategy
An ambitious ten-year strategy that seeks to create an Island where all young people feel that they belong, are meaningfully engaged and reach their potential...
Thursday, 16 November 2023