Education, Sport and Culture News
New headteacher appointed for Andreas School
Will Nelson has been appointed to lead Andreas School from September.
The current headteacher at nearby Jurby will continue in his current position alongside...
Thursday, 22 June 2023
New headteacher for Ramsey Grammar School
Sonia Taylor has been appointed to lead Ramsey Grammar School from September.
The experienced school leader, from Stoke-on-Trent, will take over from Sarah...
Friday, 16 June 2023
Student Awards process improved following feedback
A new and improved application process for University students to apply for financial help has been launched.
The Department of Education, Sport and Culture’s...
Thursday, 25 May 2023
Arts and Culture and Legislation roles appointed for DESC
Claire Christian MHK and Paul Craine MLC have been handed political responsibilities within the Department of Education Sport and Culture (DESC).
Mrs Christian...
Friday, 19 May 2023
Family fun made accessible at Zog Show
Over 200 tickets to the upcoming production of Zog at the Gaiety Theatre have been made available to Island families, through local charities, to help drive...
Wednesday, 17 May 2023
New Headteacher for Scoill Phurt le Moirrey
Simon Murphy has been appointed to lead Scoill Phurt Le Moirrey from September.
Mr Murphy, who is from the Isle of Man, is an experienced school leader having...
Wednesday, 17 May 2023
Stage-ed awarded festive Pantomime contract
For the next three years Stage-ed will produce and stage the Island’s annual flagship Pantomime production at the Gaiety Theatre, as they are awarded the...
Friday, 5 May 2023
Steve Chapple chosen to lead Braddan School
Steve Chapple has been appointed to lead Braddan School from September, 16 years after he studied to be a teacher at the school.
The former graphic designer...
Thursday, 4 May 2023
Kevin McCloud MBE: Grand Designs presenter to deliver Isle of Man Arts Council lecture
Kevin McCloud MBE, best known for his hit TV series Grand Designs, will deliver this year’s Isle of Man Arts Council lecture at the Gaiety Theatre on 25...
Thursday, 6 April 2023
Manx Folk Awards (Aundyryn Kiaull-Theay Vannin) 2023: More than 1,000 children showcase dance and music
More than 1,000 school children have spent a week showcasing their native music, dance, and language at the Manx Folk Awards, at venues across the Isle of Man...
Tuesday, 4 April 2023