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Our impact stories

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Orkun's Story

"I can confidently say that I wouldn’t be where I am today without the support of Royal SpringBoard."

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Erune's Story

SpringBoard alum Erune talks about his experience as a student at Old Swinford Hospital and why he’s “forever thankful” to RNCSF.

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Marcel's Story

"Once I got to Eton I realised that the world was my oyster”

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Ellejah's Story

"Bromsgrove pushed me academically to strive for better."

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Suzana's Story

"I got highly commended in a musical theatre competition."

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Andrew's Story

“I can now relate to those from Kensington Liverpool, and Kensington Chelsea. What a huge skill’”

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 Zayan's Story

"My time at boarding school helped build my self-confidence and skills. "

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Yeknaz's Story
 

"My boarding school experience unlocked my passions. I became confident, resilient and determined to succeed."

 

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India's Story
 

"Receiving my bursary changed my life. The support I received from my teachers was amazing." 

 

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Shayden's Story
 

"It gave me a place to learn to thrive on making mistakes but not have those mistakes change the course of my life."

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Daniel's Story
 

"Boarding school allowed me to grow my network and hopefully progress my future career."

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Favour's Story
 

"Boarding School helped me experience different versions of success and develop a network."

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Eastside Young Leaders Academy

"What is powerful is the way in which their experiences transform their own families and communities."

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Amara's Story

"Joining Sherborne Girls in 2014 fulfilled my long-term dream to go to boarding school, and I would not have been able to achieve this without the support of Royal Springboard."

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Southside Young Leaders' Academy

'Our boys leave their boarding school placements more confident and assertive, with bigger aspirations and a clearer vision of where they want to be in the future.'

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Michael

'My aim is not only to improve my own life, but also become a role model for other young people just like me.'

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Ida

'The stability that a boarding school offers allows me to flourish at A-Level and build a healthy study routine.'

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Yuriel

'I am more confident now, inspired and have plans in the future to help people like me.'

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Jeevan

'I was able to realise my own potential because I was around people who wanted to succeed like me.'

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Esther

'My bursary opened my eyes to opportunities and experiences that I never knew existed.'

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Nazifa

'Getting the scholarship showed my community that hard work and dedication can lead to great things, regardless of your postcode or any other circumstances.'

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Curtis

'The most significant lesson that I took from the experience was that there are no aspirations too high for anyone.'

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Sepehr's Story

Listen to SpringBoarder Sepehr share his experience and insights as a bursary recipient at Radley.

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Deborah's Story

“It’s like a superpower because you can go into any room and adapt with confidence and approach the unknown with greater courage."

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Mark's Story

"His efforts had a profound impact, fostering a positive transformation within the school."

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Eszter's Story

"The bursary's support encouraged her to push her boundaries"

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Kyle's Story

"‘I am convinced my boarding school mindset will make me a millionaire."

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 Luke's Story

I thoroughly enjoy everything from the co-curricular activities to the actual curriculum. My college feels more like a community than a school.

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 Ketsia's Story

"My RNCSF bursary meant so much to me. It's changed my life."

 

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Kim's Story
 

"I loved my teachers; they taught me so much. Boarding is a wonderful experience, and I urge those who can to apply."

 

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Nana's Story
 

"Boarding was one of the best experiences of my life. It set me up for my new job and career." 

 

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David's Story
 

"Boarding school has given me friends for the future."

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Brandon's Story
 

"It was a home away from home and a genuinely lovely place to live, like living under an academic roof."

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Cecilia's Story
 

"Boarding School meant that I had an opportunity to experience very many different perspectives."

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Marcus's Story

"I didn't consider studying at Oxford before I went to Boarding school; it's not something that people think is possible."

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Rochelle's Story

“My boarding experience has nurtured the leader within and helped me to realise that you get out what you put in”.

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Gladesmore Community School

'The opportunities RNCSF has provided for our young people are absolutely life-changing.'

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Woodhouse Grove School

'It has been a privilege to observe the impact of the programme; day-to-day, we see young people grow in confidence and in their aspirations.'

 

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Savannah

'Being the eldest, my siblings look up to me and all I want to do is set an example for them, to show them that what we live is not the only life to live out there.'

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Luke

'Boarding at school during the week pulled me out of an often-stressful home situation.'

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Timi​

'My confidence has increased immeasurably and has taught me that no aspiration is too high, as long as I work hard enough for it.'

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Ryan

'My two years at Coll raised my aspirations, expectations and also fostered soft skills in me to be able to achieve those end term goals.'

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Jack

'My experience at boarding helped me grow and find out more about myself and get the grades I am proud of.'

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Ben

'I was pushed by my peers and teachers to work harder and have more confidence in my own abilities.'

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Honey's Story

"In my business marketing exam, I achieved the highest grade the school has ever seen."​​

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Ellie's Story

Ellie’s advice to the next pupils embarking on the RNCSF journey; "Say yes to absolutely everything. It’s a once in a lifetime thing."

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Ester's Story

"Without the help of SpringBoard and Repton School I wouldn’t be where I am today"

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Happiness' Story

"Winning the prestigious Drapers Award became a highlight"

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Lucianelle's Story

'Going back home was difficult. Whilst all my friends were able to live out their childhood – that wasn’t really the case for me.'

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 Nathaniel's Story

"Since attending boarding school, I haven't looked back. I'm still in touch with everyone."

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 Schuyler's Story

"My boarding school experience unlocked my passions. I became confident, resilient and determined to succeed."

 

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Godfred's Story
 

"The opportunity to secure an RNCSF bursary meant I can now look forward to a career in finance."

 

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Jack's Story
 

"It prepared me for life at university. I am coping much better with being away from my family." 

 

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Keren's Story
 

"Going through a boarding school education helped me become more independent." 

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Jasmine's Story
 

"Boarding School gave me the confidence to grow in a safe and secure environment."

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Luca's Story
 

"RNSCF is one of the most important charities in the world. It supports children in need of education."

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Ellie's Story

 

Ellie knew the stability of boarding would give her the space and time to complete her exams. 

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Raqiya's Story

“After being exposed to a flood of new opportunities, I had no other option but to aim high and do well. The support and effort of my teachers, peers and mentors were tremendous"

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Jess

'I connected with so many different types of people at so many different types of levels that I'm still best friends with now.'

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Gabby​

'Through being a SpringBoarder and attending St Mary’s School, Cambridge, I have learnt to be more confident and independent both in and outside of my studies.'

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Bede's School

'It has been incredible to watch those care-experienced children who attend Bede’s embracing the opportunities we have on offer.'

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Keren

'I loved everything about boarding and my experience continued to get better and better.'

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Temi

'Without RNCSF and without Rugby, I wouldn't have the confidence I have now and I definitely wouldn't be in the job I am now.'

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Nana

'My bursary has enabled me to make so many new friends and connections from all around and I can't imagine where I'd be without it today.'

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Lady

'Anything and everything that you need help with, there is someone more than happy to help you.'

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Alex

'Now I don’t think twice about having big dreams for my future career.'

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