Our impact stories
Ellie's Story
When approached about completing her A Levels at a boarding school, she jumped at the chance as her home life was quite hectic. Ellie knew the stability of boarding would give her the space and time to complete her exams. "
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"
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.'
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.'
Bede's School
'It has been incredible to watch those care-experienced children who attend Bede’s embracing the opportunities we have on offer.'
Keren
'I loved everything about boarding and my experience continued to get better and better.'
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.'
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.'
Lady
'Anything and everything that you need help with, there is someone more than happy to help you.'
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."
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.'
Michael
'My aim is not only to improve my own life, but also become a role model for other young people just like me.'
Ida
'The stability that a boarding school offers allows me to flourish at A-Level and build a healthy study routine.'
Yuriel
'I am more confident now, inspired and have plans in the future to help people like me.'
Jeevan
'I was able to realise my own potential because I was around people who wanted to succeed like me.'
Esther
'My bursary opened my eyes to opportunities and experiences that I never knew existed.'
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.'
Curtis
'The most significant lesson that I took from the experience was that there are no aspirations too high for anyone.'
Rochelle's Story
“My boarding experience has nurtured the leader within and helped me to realise that you get out what you put in”.
Gladesmore Community School
'The opportunities RNCSF has provided for our young people are absolutely life-changing.'
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.'
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.'
Luke
'Boarding at school during the week pulled me out of an often-stressful home situation.'
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.'
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.'
Jack
'My experience at boarding helped me grow and find out more about myself and get the grades I am proud of.'
Ben
'I was pushed by my peers and teachers to work harder and have more confidence in my own abilities.'