London Music Fund
For 15 years, the London Music Fund has removed barriers to musical opportunities for children and young people from low-income backgrounds. Through partnerships with London borough Music Services, schools and arts organisations, we ensure that young people who might otherwise be excluded can access high-quality music education and develop the skills, confidence and aspirations to fulfil their potential in music and beyond.
Royal National College for the Blind, The
The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) is a specialist residential college of further education for young people aged 16 to 25 who are blind or vision impaired. Alongside academic and vocational learning, students develop the practical skills needed for greater independence and adult life. Specialist support includes mobility and independent living skills, Braille, assistive technology, accessible sport, work experience, and preparation for employment or university.
Schoolreaders
One in four children leave primary school unable to read to the expected standard. This makes it harder for them to fully access their secondary education and negatively affects their life chances. By placing reading volunteers in state primary schools, Schoolreaders allows children to explore books and improve their reading comprehension, fluency and enjoyment with a reliable, dependable adult.
Sutton Trust, The
The Sutton Trust is the UK’s leading social mobility charity. We believe every young person should have a fair chance in life, regardless of their family’s income, the school they go to or where they grow up. But today in this country, the opportunity to succeed is heavily shaped by socio-economic background. Our mission is to change this. Our programmes empower young people to access life-changing opportunities, and our research influences national change to deliver a fairer future.
Teaching Staff Trust, The
The Teaching Staff Trust (TST) is here for the people working in our schools, colleges and nurseries when they face unexpected financial hardship. We are the only independent charity supporting serving and retired teachers and teaching assistants, early years and nursery workers, welfare staff, administrators and everyone who cooks, cleans, maintains and supervises within educational settings.