Stay informed about our latest initiatives, student success stories, and upcoming events. Discover how we're making a difference in the lives of local students and our community.
We're proud to announce that we've awarded our highest number of educational grants this year, supporting 45 local students in their educational journeys. This represents a 50% increase from 2023.
Our expanded mentoring programme now includes career guidance and university application support for Alde Valley Academy students, with 15 new professional mentors joining our team.
We've established new partnerships with 12 local employers to provide more work experience opportunities, including placements in engineering, healthcare, and digital marketing.
Meet Sarah Thompson, a former Alde Valley Academy student who received our support and is now studying Engineering at Cambridge University. Her inspiring journey shows what's possible with the right support.
Our inaugural fundraising gala was a tremendous success, bringing together local businesses, families, and supporters to raise vital funds for our programmes.
All 28 students who completed our work experience programme this year have either secured apprenticeships, university places, or employment opportunities.