NAHT: Securing better funding for Manx schools critical

Wants to meet new MHKs to discuss education priorities

A teaching union says securing better funding for Manx schools is an urgent issue which needs to be raised with newly-elected MHKs.

The National Association of Head Teachers wants to hold a meeting with members of the new administration.

It is aiming to raise what it thinks are the key education priorities for the Isle of Man in the long-term.

Rob Kelsall is the national secretary - he says pupil and staff wellbeing, as well as support for children with additional needs, will also be high on the agenda: