17th October 2018

Children at St Paul’s Primary School in Brinnington recently got the chance to meet with Stockport MP Ann Coffey.

The school council talked to Ann about their role as school councillors and about the suggestions they had made for the redesign of Brinnington Park. They also had ideas for new laws parliament could pass to improve their environment.

Ann Coffey said:

“It was always a pleasure to listen to children. They are always full of good ideas and so enthusiastic .We do need to spend more on schools so that every child has the opportunity to achieve. They are our future. We should be supporting our children and this great school

Joanna Harrington, Headteacher at St Paul’s added:

“Our School Council loved meeting Ann and having the chance to share their ideas with her. We want to continue providing similar opportunities for our children , but this is becoming more difficult because of funding pressures and we’ve had to make difficult choices to best resource our school.”

To find out more about St Paul’s or to contact them, please visit www.st-pauls.stockport.sch.uk.

Ann Coffey MP pictured with members of the School Council at St Paul’s

14th September 2018

For many children and young people the start of the new school term means a big change in their lives, such as moving from primary to secondary school.  This transition can often be a stressful time for children, even when they feel well prepared by their primary school and well supported at home.

Some children are carrying an extra burden, which can affect their school life, their friendships and their ability to reach their potential.  These children are young carers, whose daily routine means juggling schoolwork with essential care for a family member at home.  This can be a cause of great worry to a child.

In Stockport we have very good services for young carers, through the valuable work of Signpost Young Carers.  Signpost works alongside primary and secondary schools, providing a package of support which enables these children to take part in school activities and have the same opportunities as their classmates.  Indeed, Signpost support means that they are able to get a break from their caring responsibilities and enjoy their childhood.

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Photo:  Ann Coffey with the Year 4 election winners in front of their UK Parliament display at Our Lady’s Primary School, Old Chapel St, Stockport SK3 9HX

Stockport MP Ann Coffey visited Our Lady’s Catholic Primary school in Edgeley as part of UK Parliament Week 2017 (13 – 19^th November).  This year over 900 primary schools throughout the country took part in UK Parliament Week, which is now in its seventh year.

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