Family Friend ( Published: 02/12/2025)

Support for families in Manchester, on a wide range of topics.

Raising a family can be joyful but also challenging. The ‘Family Friend’ offer brings together support available across Manchester – from health and childcare, to food, activities and emotional wellbeing.

It’s here to help you find what you need, when you need it. Whether you’re looking for advice, a friendly face, or just something fun to do with your child, there’s something in here for you. This booklet includes a free pull-out daily diary for kids, a free cookery e-book to download, a recipe-book and help to get online at Manchester libraries with free data SIMs and Wi-Fi.

Quality Marks, Awards & Affiliations

We strive for excellence and are very proud of our achievements and affiliations.

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Greater Manchester Education Trust logo Chartered College of Teaching Institutional Member 2023/24 badge Cyber Essentials Certified logo
The Rainbow Flag Award logo One Education Reading Award Gold logo FFT National Attendance Award 2023/24 logo Eco-schools logo Confederation of School Trusts logo Eco-Schools Bronze Award 2020 logo Leading Parent Partnership Award logo Stonewall School Champions logo The Quality in Careers Standard logo Educate and Celebrate logo Manchester United Foundation logo Schoolastic logo The Schools Cooperative Society logo Values-based Education logo GCSEPod logo Music Mark School 2020-21