The Activity Stream: Main
Browse back over the activity of the last 90 days and starred activity of the last year.
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Views sought on plans to modernise education laws
People are being asked to share their views on the latest plans to refresh and modernise the Isle of Man’s education laws. The Department of Education, Sport and Culture has today launched a six-week consultation on the draft Education (Amendment) Bill, which is designed to update education laws in line with current expectations and future needs. Key areas such as inclusion, safeguarding and provision for additional educational needs require updated legal frameworks to ensure that all children and young pe…
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Annual overview sets direction for the future of school improvement
The first annual overview of the external validation process of schools and educational services in the Isle of Man has been published by the Department of Education, Sport and Culture (DESC), providing key insights into the quality of education across the Island. This overview produced by Etio, highlights both strengths and areas for growth and development identified through a rigorous external validation process. The findings will support continuous improvement and ensure the best possible outcomes for a…
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Sir Mark Cavendish wins Lifetime Achievement award
Sir Mark Cavendish has received a Lifetime Achievement award for his contribution to Manx sport. The 39-year-old picked up the honour at the Mezzo Isle of Man Sports Awards in Douglas on Thursday, where he also won sportsman of the year for 2024. Sir Mark won a staggering 165 professional races in a glittering career, spanning two decades, including a record breaking 35 stages at the Tour de France. In true superstar fashion he even won the final race of his career in Singapore before retiring from the sp…