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Kids estranged from fathers to be reunited by 'football match'

London, Sun, 21 Oct 2012 ANI

London, Oct 21 (ANI): Around 130-plus primary schools in Britain are making an effort to set up teams of fathers in order to get them involved in their children's education and help youngsters build better relationships.

The organizers of the first such programme "Dads' Football" which is due to be launched in the New Year in Manchester, hope that children estranged from their fathers through divorce or other family problems will be reunited through this practice which has the backing of Sport England and the Football Association, reported the Daily Express newspaper.

Under this scheme - supported by supported by the city council and Playface - each school will receive expert football coaching provided by the council, and the specially trained coaches will spend a time working with fathers and children to improve their skills and make the experience more enjoyable.

On the other hand, the deputy leader of Manchester City Council Sue Murphy, ensures that they are fully supportive of any project that helps parents become more active in their children's education.

"We are fully supportive of any project that gives us the tools to help parents become more active in their children's education," the Daily Express quoted Murphy as saying.

"We won't be simply organizing a football match, we will help create a communication channel that will engage parents with schools and encourage a more active approach to their child's general education," he said. (ANI)


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