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Number of students studying Manx after leaving Bunscoill 'continuing to grow'

Picture credit: Bunscoill Ghaelgagh

Manx language primary school recently celebrated 25th anniversary

The headteacher of the world's only Manx language school says the number of children studying Manx later in their education is continuing to grow.

Bunscoill Ghaelgagh in St John's, which recently marked its 25th anniversary, teaches lessons in Manx to its primary school-aged pupils.

Chrissy Callaghan took charge of the school last year and says it's not just about learning the history of the language, but using it in the here and now.

She's now seeing more students continuing their Manx education after leaving the school:

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