Our impact stories
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.'
Luke
'Boarding at school during the week pulled me out of an often-stressful home situation.'
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.'
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.'
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.'
Keren
'I loved everything about boarding and my experience continued to get better and better.'
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.'
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.'
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.'
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.'