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Junior School News


A list of Junior School news stories from the start of the 2022-2023 academic year to the present day.

  • Lower Sixth students and staff on the expedition to Cambodia and Vietnam pose for a photo in front of a landmark

    Taking Stock Issue 86 now available

    The Autumn 2024 edition of the school’s termly magazine, Taking Stock, is now available to download and read from the Magazines and Publications section of the school website.

    Thursday 7th November 2024

  • Boards displaying the work Junior School pupils completed on a selected artist as part of Black History Month 2024

    Artists the focus of Black History Month display boards

    To mark Black History Month 2024 Junior School pupils explored the work of different artists in their year groups. Their work was then put on display in reception.

    Wednesday 30th October 2024

  • A Reception pupil inside a fire engine during a visit from the Fire Service

    Juniors focus on importance of fire safety

    During October and November Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) visit schools to talk about fire safety.

    Friday 25th October 2024

  • An owl flying to its handler during a visit to see Year 1

    Year 1 have a hoot thanks to visit from feathered friends

    As part of their ‘Animals’ topic, Year 1 had a very exciting visit from Cheshire Falconry, which was kindly funded by the Stopfordian Parents’ Association.

    Monday 14th October 2024

  • The Eco committee with their Green Award plaque

    Eco Committee delighted to achieve Green Flag award distinction

    Stockport Grammar School is committed to minimising our environmental impact and offering our pupils, their parents and everyone who visits the school a safe and healthy space.

    Saturday 5th October 2024

  • A Junior School photo from 1944-1945

    Eighty Happy Years! Congratulations to the Junior School

    This year we are delighted to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the opening of our Junior School.

    Saturday 5th October 2024

  • Year 1 pupils had lots of fun making animal masks to wear as they performed their poem during National Poetry Day 2024

    Juniors celebrate National Poetry Day

    Junior School pupils celebrated National Poetry Day, the UK’s biggest mass celebration of poetry, by looking at a number of poems and stories and getting creative with a host of activities.

    Friday 4th October 2024

  • Attendees at the Community and Heritage Open Event mingle in the Sixth Form Common Room

    Open House celebrates community and heritage

    We are immensely proud of our links with the local community and, from our foundation in 1487 by Sir Edmond Shaa, our place in Stockport’s history, present and future.

    Tuesday 1st October 2024

  • The Junior School House Captains for the autumn term of the 2024-2025 academic year

    Year 6 pupils excitedly take on positions of responsibility

    Stockport Grammar Junior School is committed to developing the skills of citizenship, personal responsibility and care for one another. As part of this commitment, Year 6 pupils were invited to apply for positions of responsibility. Below is the list for the 2024-2025 academic year.

    Tuesday 10th September 2024

  • Year 6 pupils pose for a photo during their residential

    Juniors relish their time on residentials

    Residentials are a great way for pupils to build relationships with others in their year group and to develop new skills. In the summer term, Years 3, 5 and 6 enjoyed their fun-filled trips.

    Wednesday 4th September 2024

  • Old Stops’ Review Issue 14 now available

    The latest edition of Old Stops’ Review, our annual magazine featuring news from and interviews with Old Stopfordians, is out now.

    Tuesday 3rd September 2024

  • Award winners with their trophies at the 2024 Junior School Prize Giving

    Prize Giving celebrates hard work of Juniors

    Parents, pupils, and staff gathered in the Dining Hall to ring in the final event of the Junior School academic year – Prize Giving.

    Thursday 1st August 2024

  • Girl playing a game during the Junior School Summer Fair

    Charity afternoon delights Juniors

    The Junior School’s Charity team were thrilled to raise a spectacular £1,774 for The British Red Cross during the final charity event of the year.

    Wednesday 24th July 2024

  • Year 5 and 6 pupils compete in a race during Sports Day 2024

    Juniors showcase athletic ability at Sports Day

    Sports Day brought to an end the excellent year of results and performances across the range of sports offered to all Junior School pupils.

    Monday 1st July 2024

  • Stockport Grammar banner at the from of Stockport Golf Club

    Golf Day raises record amount for Bursary Fund

    Now in its 21st year, the Stockport Grammar School Bursary Golf Day in association with Vernon Building Society saw golfers take to the course at Stockport Golf Club to raise money for the Bursary Fund.

    Thursday 27th June 2024

  • The Year 5 and 6 Choir outside a church during their tour

    Junior School choir wow Blenheim and Oxford

    The Year 5 and 6 Choir enjoyed a successful music tour to Blenheim and Oxford, during which they performed in Blenheim Palace Chapel and Merton College Chapel to hugely appreciative audiences.

    Tuesday 25th June 2024

  • Year 6 pupils smile during a Food and Nutrition practical session

    Year 6 enjoy Food and Nutrition practical session

    Excited Year 6 pupils were invited in to the Senior School’s Design and Technology building to participate in a Food and Nutrition practical session.

    Friday 14th June 2024

  • Junior School pupils sitting in a shelter during their visit to Stockport Air Raid Shelters

    Year 6 immerse themselves in wartime experience

    Year 6 pupils ventured to the Stockport Air Raid Shelters and Staircase House to experience what it would have been like to be an evacuee during wartime.

    Tuesday 4th June 2024

  • U15 footballers celebrating a goal during the ISFA Shield Final against Dunottar School

    Taking Stock Issue 85 now available

    The Spring 2024 edition of the school’s termly magazine, Taking Stock, is now available to download and read from the Magazines and Publications section of the school website.

    Tuesday 14th May 2024

  • Year 6 pupils pose for the camera during their 2024 Sports Tour to Glasgow

    Successful Scottish sports tour for Year 6 pupils

    Year 6 pupils spent four action-packed days in Scotland on a Sports Tour which catered for football, netball and hockey.

    Tuesday 23rd April 2024