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  1. 3-11 years: Self esteem and confidence building

    Self-esteem and confidence are important.  When children feel good about themselves, they tend to be happier, try harder and do better in school.  They also have more friends, cope with any setbacks and fewer problems as teenagers. Children thrive when they feel successful and important…
  2. 3-11 years: Understanding children's fears

    It is common for young and growing children to become frightened of people, events or possible disasters during childhood.  Usually, these worries don't last for long because children understand things better as they get older. Sometimes a fear becomes so strong that it stops a…
  3. Carer's Credit

    Carer’s Credit You could get Carer’s Credit if you’re caring for someone for at least 20 hours a week. Carer’s Credit is a National Insurance credit that helps with gaps in your National Insurance record. Your State Pension is based on your National Insurance record.…
  4. Education Benefits

    Free school meals and free childcare are available to help Manchester residents with school costs. Click on the link to the webpages for further information
  5. Guidance tools for Practitioners in Youth Engagement

    Young people should be influencing decisions about services which affect them. These tools are intended as a guide to help practitioners who want young people to participate in decision making processes. They can be used to help practitioners map out engagement within their service and…
  6. Frequently Asked Questions Transport

    How do I get a bus pass for school? Contact the Travel Co-ordination Unit on 0161 219 6400 to see if you are eligiable. How do I get a bus pass for Leisure? Contact Transport for Greater Manchester on 0161 244 1000, for details of bus passes and consessionary bus…
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