On 28 May we launched GFS Heywood in Greater Manchester. We had ten amazing girls attend and had so much fun getting to know each other, while making self portraits, friendship bracelets and glitter tattoos. Our Head of Operations for … Continued
A few months ago, we announced that GFS CEO, Laura Sercombe, will be stepping down from her role ahead of our 150th year. Today, we’re delighted to announce the appointment of our new CEO – Heather Smith. Heather comes to … Continued
We’re trying hard to get more women on the bill, but there are still more male bands. So, it’s got to start from lower down. Girls have got to be encouraged to learn instruments in school. Women and girls do … Continued
On Friday, Global radio stations announced this round of Global’s Make Some Noise raised over £2.6 million in grant money for 41 small charities – including GFS. Each individual charity is receiving a grant in support of our life … Continued
Last week our GFS Ambassadors held their inaugural Wonderful Women event. Led by the inspiring Ellie Rich-Poole they created a truly inclusive gathering which exceeded expectations connecting, inspiring, and informing women from diverse backgrounds. With over 50 attendees, the event … Continued
Last year our Annual Report told us GFS girls were more unhappy with school than the national average. For our 22/23 Annual report, we found that, that’s still true. But we also found that GFS girls are more likely to … Continued
Picture in your head a neuroscientist. Picture in your head a dentist. Picture in your head an electrician. Picture in your head a lorry driver. Picture in your head a rugby player. Picture in your head a child-minder or nursery … Continued
After a recruitment period in which we met many truly outstanding women, we’re absolutely delighted to announce that the next Chair of the Board of Trustees for GFS has been chosen. Our new Chair, Rita Sebestyen, comes to GFS with an … Continued
We’re excited to announce a brand-new GFS partnership with The Magpies Festival. This independent music festival boasts some of the finest folk, acoustic, americana and world music, and we can’t wait to be a part of it. GFS CEO, Laura … Continued
Over the last few terms, we’ve been tailoring GFS core programme to suit what girls say they need. In our 2023 Girls In Focus Groups, girls told us that changing relationships and friendship ‘dramas’ were some of their main concerns. … Continued