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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… more
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“The trip was amazing” – Cumbria students visit University of Manchester
This October, students from two schools in Cumbria visited the University of Manchester as part of The Access Project’s enrichment programme. Approximately 40 students from Whitehaven Academy and Workington Academy in Cumbria travelled to Manchester to tour the campus and find… more
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Volunteer tutoring opportunities – “Seeing your students succeed is so rewarding”
Looking to give back to a good cause? The Access Project is recruiting volunteer tutors to help young people boost their grades and achieve their dreams. Today, we’re sharing the story of Adam, a volunteer tutor who joined The Access Project… more
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The Access Project celebrates its 15th birthday
Happy Birthday to The Access Project! In October 2023, The Access Project celebrates its 15th anniversary. Since 2008, The Access Project has helped thousands of high potential young people bridge the education gap and access courses at top UK universities. Teacher… more
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The Access Project welcomes new Chief Executive Officer Anna Searle
The Access Project is pleased to welcome Anna Searle to the post of Chief Executive Officer. On Monday 2 October 2023, Anna joins The Access Project to lead the organisation towards supporting under resourced students across the UK. Previously, Anna was… more
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The pathway to Cambridge: The Access Project student on her way to a top uni
It’s Freshers’ Week up and down the country and many of our student alumni are using this time to get to know their new university, check out the opportunities on offer and make new, possibly lifelong, friendships. Beril, an alum of… more
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Meet The Access Project at your university this semester
Attention students! Looking for a rewarding volunteering opportunity that fits in with your university studies? Look no further. The Access Project is recruiting student volunteers to tutor GCSE and A level students this academic year. By giving just one hour a… 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… more
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Celebrating GCSE Results Day 2023
GCSE Results Day is finally upon us. Today, thousands of students across the country will visit their schools to open their GCSE results. After celebrating the success of our A level students last week, The Access Project is celebrating with our… more
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New Chief Executive for The Access Project
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Anna Searle as Chief Executive of The Access Project. Anna was most recently Executive Director at the Education Development Trust where she led and delivered high impact education and employability initiatives as well… more
