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Founded in 1515, The Manchester Grammar School has established a reputation as one of the top academic schools in the country.

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The ethos of and community giving is deeply ingrained in MGS's heritage. Today, we were delighted to have Graeme Warner speak during a Charities assembly as the Charities committee prepares for our upcoming fundraising match in early May in support of . pic.twitter.com/d5Kct1lXcJ— Manchester Grammar School () April 18, 2024

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Well done to year 12 pupil Odad who climbed Mount Kilimanjaro earlier this year! Read more about his journey on our website: 👉https://t.co/YFvN6XhD2e#kilimanjaro pic.twitter.com/bsaJJw7oi5— Manchester Grammar School () April 18, 2024

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In this week's "hoot from the archive" we look at the longest serving High Master in the history of - Charles Lawson held the position for 43 years! His time as HM was vividly described by celebrated writer Thomas de Quincey. Read more here: https://t.co/a6EaLHmCvi— Manchester Grammar School Archives () April 18, 2024

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Well done to year 11 pupil Haris and year 12 pupil Daniel for their outstanding philosophy entries shortlisted in the competition. pic.twitter.com/POUnNdDRyh— Manchester Grammar School () April 18, 2024

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For their first outdoor climbing trip, our pupils had a great time at Burbage South in the Peaks! With cool, crisp, and sunny weather, it was the ideal setting to break in brand-new bouldering mats, generously provided by the MGS Parents’ Society. pic.twitter.com/wzXjErszis— Manchester Grammar School () April 18, 2024

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A huge well done to our year 11 and 12 pupils from MGS Sitcom Club who brought a production of “Bulldogs” to life with two showings this evening. The audience was treated to a hilarious journey through the non-academic antics of school life. pic.twitter.com/ptEuxPmQui— Manchester Grammar School () April 17, 2024

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Congratulations to all our talented mathematicians for their recent performance in Mathematics Olympiads. Year 8 pupil William achieved a Gold Medal, placing him in the top 20 mathematicians nationally in his age group! 👉https://t.co/Uxch9vkgos pic.twitter.com/jyH7ywOC0L— Manchester Grammar School () April 17, 2024

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Today, we’re proud to see OM George Bell (14-21) featured in The Times, with his cricket career journey compared against other wicketkeepers.👉 https://t.co/HjyNRHx6bd#cricket ©Image Credits: Harry Trump / Getty Images pic.twitter.com/XHIK6XyAtQ— Manchester Grammar School () April 17, 2024

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Today, we’re proud to see OM George Bell (14-21) featured in The Times, with his cricket career journey compared against other wicketkeepers.Check out the article here: 👉https://t.co/HjyNRHx6bd#cricket ©Image Credits: Harry Trump / Getty Images pic.twitter.com/cMJ3mGBZNL— Manchester Grammar School () April 17, 2024

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Well done to all who participated in last night’s Junior School Young Performer event. Congratulations to the winner Leo, from year 6 and to the following pupils who were Commended: Youcheng, Andrew, Boaz, Jasper, Jayden, Jacob and Jerome. pic.twitter.com/KXxOwaQiMI— Manchester Grammar School () April 17, 2024

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We welcomed OM David Seipel (51-56) to MGS today for a tour of the School and lunch in the Refectory. After lunch David donated an 1880s Bohemian violin to MGS which could be made available to a current pupil in need of an instrument. pic.twitter.com/sHb4HjEaLf— Manchester Grammar School () April 16, 2024

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Director of Development and OM Simon Jones (88-95) reminisces about the history of the pavilion and Sixth Form centre at The Manchester Grammar School before its demolition this summer. Full video is available on Instagram and Facebook…#MGSAlumni pic.twitter.com/0A9HcwLFwV— Manchester Grammar School () April 16, 2024

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Well done to year 12 pupil Melvin for his outstanding performances at the Blackburn and the Emanuel Trophy Competition! Melvin clinched first prize in the Open Class at the Blackburn Music Festival and was runner-up at the Emanuel Trophy Piano Competition. pic.twitter.com/mIj2CmdEde— Manchester Grammar School () April 16, 2024

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Well done to OM Paul Foulkes-Arellano (75-82) who has co-authored an academic book: “Materials & Sustainability: Routes to Responsible Manufacturing”.👉https://t.co/sclZYMhsHV#oldmancunian pic.twitter.com/b59GDXcAOE— Manchester Grammar School () April 16, 2024

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Congratulations to OM Neil Greenwood (74-81) for being awarded an MBE for Services to Museums in the King’s New Year’s Honours List, 2024. pic.twitter.com/SQmSOOLRvH— Manchester Grammar School () April 15, 2024

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OM Dan Lawes (10-17) has always been an advocate for engaging young people in politics. He has recently initiated “Give An X,” a campaign aimed at encouraging all young individuals to exercise their right to vote. pic.twitter.com/JmHnRVles2— Manchester Grammar School () April 15, 2024

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Our Classicists concluded their Greece trip with a visit to the Temple of Apollo at Corinth. Mr. Bolton shared insights into St. Paul’s connections with the town. Before heading to the airport, everyone braved a climb to the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion. pic.twitter.com/mBrgszht5i— Manchester Grammar School () April 15, 2024

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Thank you to everyone who attended the annual MGS Islamic Society Dinner on Saturday, 23rd March.Read more about this event on the website:👉https://t.co/G0c6whmbCh#islamicsociety pic.twitter.com/DQ12Fm9z5N— Manchester Grammar School () April 12, 2024

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Our ISoc committee are preparing to celebrate Eid when the summer term begins on Monday with a gift of sweets for their classmates. pic.twitter.com/fY4O5xx466— Manchester Grammar School () April 12, 2024

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Our Year 9 and 10 pupils, exploring Berlin on their History trip, had a fascinating time visiting the Cecilienhof, where the Potsdam Conference unfolded in July 1945. They also marvelled at the opulence of Frederick the Great's exquisite palace of Sanssouci. pic.twitter.com/nPHEFQOFlM— Manchester Grammar School () April 12, 2024

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