Eton Star Oldham accepted Oldham Council, Eton College and Star Academies have welcomed the Department for Education’s decision, to approve plans to open a new free sixth-form college in Oldham. Eton Star Oldham will recruit dynamic young people who have had fewer opportunities and provide them with a rigorous and rounded education and support them to achieve places at the very best universities. Students who attend will benefit from an education based on the best that is on offer at Eton and the best of Star Academies, which is, by many metrics, the highest-performing state school trust in the country. Councillor Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council, said: “I’m thrilled that the Government has backed the proposals for a new Eton College and Star Academies sixth form right here in the heart of Oldham. “For a young person growing up in Oldham, this is really exciting news, as it will open up incredible academic opportunities that will help to enable every child, wherever they live and whatever their background, to fulfill their potential'' Find out more about Eton College |
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Eton Star Oldham accepted
Oldham Council, Eton College and Star Academies have welcomed the Department for Education’s decision, to approve plans to open a new free sixth-form college in Oldham.
Eton Star Oldham will recruit dynamic young people who have had fewer opportunities and provide them with a rigorous and rounded education and support them to achieve places at the very best universities.
Students who attend will benefit from an education based on the best that is on offer at Eton and the best of Star Academies, which is, by many metrics, the highest-performing state school trust in the country.
Councillor Arooj Shah, Leader of Oldham Council, said: “I’m thrilled that the Government has backed the proposals for a new Eton College and Star Academies sixth form right here in the heart of Oldham.
“For a young person growing up in Oldham, this is really exciting news, as it will open up incredible academic opportunities that will help to enable every child, wherever they live and whatever their background, to fulfill their potential''
Find out more about Eton College
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Funding boost for Mumps transport scheme
The council has secured £675,000 of funding to start planning work on a major project to improve transport in and around Mumps.
The money will be used to draw up plans for the scheme, which when complete will help deliver real benefits for residents – making sure people are better connected and can access jobs, education and training.
- Oldham Mumps Corridor Improvements – This scheme focuses on delivering better, quicker, and safer access for bus users and people walking and cycling along the corridor (A669 Lees Road, A62 Bottom O’ Th’ Moor/Huddersfield Road, B6194 Cross Street) to the east of Oldham town centre.
These plans will support nearby developments, such as the regeneration of Southlink where up to 150 houses will be built.
The council will also look to improve the area around the existing Mumps transport interchange and create an improved cycle parking hub.
The plan fits with Greater Manchester’s ‘Streets for All’ principles, which look to support transport users and create thriving places that support local communities and businesses.
For more information visit here
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Funding boost for Mumps transport scheme The council has secured £675,000 of funding to start planning work on a major project to improve transport in and around Mumps. The money will be used to draw up plans for the scheme, which when complete will help deliver real benefits for residents – making sure people are better connected and can access jobs, education and training. - Oldham Mumps Corridor Improvements – This scheme focuses on delivering better, quicker, and safer access for bus users and people walking and cycling along the corridor (A669 Lees Road, A62 Bottom O’ Th’ Moor/Huddersfield Road, B6194 Cross Street) to the east of Oldham town centre.
These plans will support nearby developments, such as the regeneration of Southlink where up to 150 houses will be built. The council will also look to improve the area around the existing Mumps transport interchange and create an improved cycle parking hub. The plan fits with Greater Manchester’s ‘Streets for All’ principles, which look to support transport users and create thriving places that support local communities and businesses. For more information visit here |
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Council isn’t ‘flush’ with money we continue to improve our facilities for residents
The council is carrying out a £55,000 refurbishment of the toilet block in the Boathouse at Alexandra Park.
The improvement work will include bringing the facilities up to current standards and improving access via the café – a setup used in parks across the borough.
The toilets are currently in a poor state of repair and cannot be accessed from the Boathouse Café without people having to go outside.
As part of the work the existing door will be blocked off and Once everything is finished current tenants of the café, Pure Innovations, will take over management and running responsibilities.
More information here
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Council isn’t ‘flush’ with money we continue to improve our facilities for residents The council is carrying out a £55,000 refurbishment of the toilet block in the Boathouse at Alexandra Park. The improvement work will include bringing the facilities up to current standards and improving access via the café – a setup used in parks across the borough. The toilets are currently in a poor state of repair and cannot be accessed from the Boathouse Café without people having to go outside. As part of the work the existing door will be blocked off and Once everything is finished current tenants of the café, Pure Innovations, will take over management and running responsibilities. More information here |
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Last week of HAF activities
Time is slipping by, and we're gearing up for the last week of this year's HAF activities. We want to ensure your kids have soaked up every ounce of fun, learning, and adventure we've prepared.
There's still an array of captivating activities waiting for your young ones: captivating arts and crafts sessions, pulse-pounding sports and games, eye-opening nature explorations, and even culinary escapades.
We wouldn't want your child to miss out on these remaining spectacular experiences. For more information on what activities are remaining, click here
Let's conclude this summer program on the highest note imaginable! Your unwavering support has been instrumental, and we can't wait to create lasting memories with your children in this final stretch.
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Last week of HAF activities Time is slipping by, and we're gearing up for the last week of this year's HAF activities. We want to ensure your kids have soaked up every ounce of fun, learning, and adventure we've prepared. There's still an array of captivating activities waiting for your young ones: captivating arts and crafts sessions, pulse-pounding sports and games, eye-opening nature explorations, and even culinary escapades. We wouldn't want your child to miss out on these remaining spectacular experiences. For more information on what activities are remaining, click here Let's conclude this summer program on the highest note imaginable! Your unwavering support has been instrumental, and we can't wait to create lasting memories with your children in this final stretch. |
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Tour of Britain competition
Oldham is set to take part in the UK’s most prestigious cycle race next week, as the borough features in the first stage of the 2023 Tour of Britain.
Residents will line their streets on Sunday 3 September to watch more than 100 of the world’s top professional cyclists make their way through Saddleworth, Shaw, and Crompton.
This is the second time the borough has hosted this hugely popular event after competitors previously cycled through the town in September 2019.
A competition to reward the best-decorated homes and businesses along the main route has also been organised by the council.
Decorations must tie in with the theme and spirit of the race in order to take part - so plenty of reds, whites, and blues should be on show - and to enter you must complete an online form on the council's website before Monday 4 September. The winning business and homeowner will both receive a voucher worth £100.
For more information on the Tour of Britain
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Tour of Britain competition Oldham is set to take part in the UK’s most prestigious cycle race next week, as the borough features in the first stage of the 2023 Tour of Britain. Residents will line their streets on Sunday 3 September to watch more than 100 of the world’s top professional cyclists make their way through Saddleworth, Shaw, and Crompton. This is the second time the borough has hosted this hugely popular event after competitors previously cycled through the town in September 2019. A competition to reward the best-decorated homes and businesses along the main route has also been organised by the council. Decorations must tie in with the theme and spirit of the race in order to take part - so plenty of reds, whites, and blues should be on show - and to enter you must complete an online form on the council's website before Monday 4 September. The winning business and homeowner will both receive a voucher worth £100. For more information on the Tour of Britain |
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Essential drainage work to prevent future flooding
The council has started carrying out drainage improvements at Golburn Clough, Greenfield.
The works are needed to prevent future flooding issues and investigations of the current drainage system.
So the new system can be installed quickly and safely Carr Lane, between Beach Avenue and Higher Carr Lane, will be closed to all traffic from Monday 25 September until Friday 17 November.
Please use other routes.
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Essential drainage work to prevent future flooding The council has started carrying out drainage improvements at Golburn Clough, Greenfield. The works are needed to prevent future flooding issues and follow investigations of the current drainage system. So the new system can be installed quickly and safely Carr Lane, between Beach Avenue and Higher Carr Lane, will be closed to all traffic from Monday 25 September until Friday 17 November. Please use other routes. |
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Get walking this summer in Oldham
With its rugged Pennine landscape, rolling moors, and easy-going canalside trails, Oldham is the perfect place for a summer walk or day out with the kids over the holidays.
We are giving everyone the chance to win a £100 shopping voucher to spend in Oldham when you take on one of the Oldham Way routes over the holidays.
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Sign up to the Oldham Halloween Half?
Oldham's half marathon, one of the toughest 13.1-mile races in the UK, returns this Halloween after more than three years away.
More than 200 runners have already signed up to take part in the challenge, with the course’s hilly terrain promising to get pulses racing throughout.
The route may be gruesome, but it revels in spectacular scenery and the atmosphere is set to be electric – it's an event not to be missed.
So, if you are looking for a new running challenge, you want to raise money for charity, or you’re looking to compete just for fun, sign-up today and take part |
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