Category: London
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“This trip has opened my eyes to the different pathways I can take”
The grounds of Magdalen College, University of Oxford, are beautiful on any given day, but on a sunny Monday in June they could not have looked better. Students from five of our London partner schools had the opportunity to experience a day at Magdalen. These high potential students are all enrolled on our Oxbridge Pathways… Read more
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New partnership announced with Kaizen Reporting
The Access Project today announced a new partnership with Kaizen Reporting, a leading provider of regulatory compliance solutions for global financial institutions, to launch an employee volunteering programme focused on coaching young people from under-resourced backgrounds. The partnership will provide Kaizen employees with opportunities to volunteer as skills coaches, supporting students to build confidence, develop… Read more
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“I wouldn’t have passed without The Access Project” – Celebrating GCSE success on Results Day
GCSE Results Day has arrived. Hundreds of thousands of young people are opening envelopes filled with exam results, and seeing their hard work pay off. At The Access Project, we work with young people aged 14-16 to support them with their GCSE studies, and put them on a pathway to higher education. Today, we celebrated… Read more
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“My eyes are open to new possibilities” – Lucie’s education journey with The Access Project
When Lucie first joined The Access Project, she set herself a goal to improve her GCSE grades. Now a Year 12 student, she’s got a new ambition: to be the first in her family to attend university. Lucie, who lives in London, joined The Access Project while she was studying for her GCSEs. After being… Read more
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Future star Brianna secures spot at prestigious BRIT School
Meet Brianna – a student on our programme with a bright future at the country’s most prestigious performing arts college. While she waits for her GCSE results in August, she’s already secured her next step in education. This September, Brianna is off to the BRIT School to study musical theatre. Brianna’s journey with The Access… Read more
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“I never would have thought it was possible…” – Year 13 student Patrice dreams of becoming an accountant
What do students say about The Access Project? Today, we’re sharing the story of Patrice, a talented and determined Year 13 student from London, who has ambitions of going to university to become an accountant. Patrice joined The Access Project when he was in Year 10. Back then, 14-year-old Patrice had no idea what the… Read more
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International Day of Education: “The Access Project shows students they are capable of great things”
This Wednesday 24 January, we’re celebrating the International Day of Education. On this global occasion, we come together to champion the transformative power of education and reflect on the profound impact it has on shaping futures. At The Access Project, we believe that access to quality education is not just a fundamental right but a… Read more
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“I was homeless as a child, now I want to be Prime Minister” – Ras.I’s journey with The Access Project
As a toddler, Ras.I and his mum were left homeless in inner-city London. Now a finalist at the University of Oxford, Ras.I is ready to make a difference – and help change the lives of young people just like him. Ras.I Martin was born in 2001 in Stratford. “My mum and I spent six years… Read more
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Celebrating A level success and preparing for university
As university students across the country are preparing for the start of term, we talk to two of our alumni who are about to start brand new degree courses in the capital. Laura is looking forward to LSE Laura got a four As in her A levels and is heading to the London School of… Read more
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The Access Project students elated with grades on A level results day
A level results day has arrived. For students across the UK, Thursday 17 August marks the day they find out their grades, and for many, their next steps in life. At The Access Project, we’re celebrating with our students as they discover their A level grades and their university destinations. Today, we’re sharing stories from… Read more