
In memory of Christine
In memory of Christine Smith, the much-loved former teacher from Lancashire, her family and friends have generously raised funds in support of SHINE.
In memoriamSHINE gives children brighter futures by unlocking barriers to learning.
We support children and young people in hundreds of schools across the North West, North East and Yorkshire & Humber.
We focus on areas of deprivation where we have the biggest opportunity to make a positive difference to children’s lives.
SHINE identifies, evaluates, and scales up the most promising educational ideas.
Find out moreSHINE connects donors with teachers to create new opportunities for disadvantaged children.
Find out moreSHINE uses evidence from its work to influence positive changes for children.
Find out moreMany from low-income homes start school without key skills, fall behind, and over half leave school without essential GCSEs in English and maths – limiting their opportunities for further education or good jobs.
The divide is particularly acute in parts of the North.
In memory of Christine Smith, the much-loved former teacher from Lancashire, her family and friends have generously raised funds in support of SHINE.
In memoriam"Strong literacy skills give students better opportunities, both in school and beyond. This funding helps us move closer to our goal of giving every child the best possible start in life."
News"The level of change that this will bring will be phenomenal and will transform opportunities for young people."
News"If the students see their own experiences reflected in the material, they become more engaged, making writing feel personally meaningful and relevant to them."
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