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Manchester Communication Academy: Making a real difference to local education
Manchester Communication Academy: Making a real difference to local education
Challenge
Manchester was seeking sponsors for seven new academies each linked to a future growth sector of the city’s economy
Solution
BT stepped forward to become the lead partner for the Manchester Communication Academy, serving the North Manchester district of Harpurhey
Value
BT expertise and resources underpin the communications theme, assisting during the planning and construction phases and continuing into day-to-day operations
Focusing on growth
The Manchester Communication Academy serves the district of Harpurhey, a socially and economically deprived area of North Manchester. Having opened its doors in September 2010 to Year 7, the Academy will eventually provide full-time education for 1,320 high school students.
The facility is one of seven new Manchester academies; each linked to a future growth sector of the city’s economy such as finance and business, health, and communication. Sponsors support each academy, although Manchester has taken a slightly different approach from certain other local authorities.
Lynne Heath, Principal of Manchester Communication Academy, explains: “Rather than looking for private sector financial sponsorship, Manchester has funded the build itself. Our partners are providing expertise and resources to assist during planning and construction phases; continuing into day-to-day operations. With communication our primary specialism it was fitting that BT should step forward as lead partner.”
There are two other partners in the venture: Manchester City Council and The Manchester College. BT chairs the governing body.