Hulme Grammar School launches new outreach programme in partnership with local schools, charities and community organisations

Marc Hornby. Director of Development and Public Benefit at Hulme Grammar School, is pictured at Boundary Park

Hulme Grammar School will today (Wednesday) launch of its new outreach programme, an initiative aimed at strengthening collaborations with local schools, charities, organisations, and the local authority.

This programme will be unveiled as part of The Independent Schools Council Partnerships Week at a special event today, hosted by community partner Oldham Athletic Football Club.

The launch event will be opened by Darren Royle, CEO of Latics and a former Hulme Grammar pupil, underscoring the deep-rooted commitment of Hulme Grammar to its local community.

Mr Royle, who is equally passionate about fostering community connections, will set the stage for what promises to be a transformative partnership between Hulme Grammar and the surrounding Oldham community.

Sam Shaw, Assistant Principal at Briscoe Lane Primary School, one of Hulme’s outreach partners, has highlighted the positive impact of the programme.

Sam said: “Our students have benefited from Hulme Grammar’s workshops, from creative writing and poetry sessions to hands-on science experiments that bring learning to life.

"We’re excited to expand this partnership, especially with upcoming collaborations in our forest school, language support, and special educational needs programming.”

The new outreach programme reflects Hulme Grammar School’s commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for young people across Oldham through focusing on six core themes; Art and Creativity, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths), Sport and Activity, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Diversity and Inclusion and Climate and Conservation.

Each theme will create engaging, practical learning experiences, the programme will leverage Hulme Grammar’s resources and expertise to benefit local primary, secondary schools and colleges, support community-based learning initiatives, and work alongside local charities to enhance educational access.

Hulme Grammar School Assistant Principal (Outreach) Dr Chris Millington expressed the school’s dedication to meaningful community engagement.

Dr Millington said: “As part of our mission, we are excited to collaborate with Oldham’s vibrant community.

"This programme is a key step in sharing our resources to support learning beyond our school, helping inspire and support young people in the area.”

The event at Latics will bring together educators, community eaders, and students to celebrate the start of this initiative, which Hulme Grammar hopes will foster meaningful connections and drive positive change within Oldham.

For more information on Hulme Grammar School’s outreach programme and future events, please contact Dr Chris Millington at: outreach@hulmegrammar.org

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