Durham University students raise funds for SHINE

"This charity has been chosen as it is a great opportunity for us as university students to give something back to children in our local area that might not have the same opportunities as us!"

Study sheds light on hidden potential of students in Sunderland

New study reveals that many secondary school students in Sunderland need more support to be able to reach their full potential.

Children using Boromi Play Libraries show notable communication gains

According to teachers’ surveys, participating children’s communication, language, and speaking skills improved by 19.3 percentage points.

Early results show The Story Project boosts pupils’ emotional skills and wellbeing

Evaluation shows project is helping pupils better understand emotions, build empathy, and manage feelings.

Low-attaining students using programme make average 1.5-year progress gains

Students taking part in a numeracy programme backed by SHINE have shown impressive progress

Let Teachers SHINE 2025 launches with grants of up to £25,000 for teachers

This annual programme offers grants of up to £25,000, along with dedicated support, to help teachers across England develop innovative projects that enhance educational outcomes.

Science hub has “galvanised change” in primary schools

A project created to bridge the gap in science knowledge between Year 6 and Year 7 students has “galvanised change” in primary schools, says its creator, Alex Robertson.

An open letter to the Education Secretary

Our proposals to secure an end to the disadvantage gap by the end of the decade.

Students using groundbreaking programme make significant gains in their reading abilities

41% of students using Fluency for All initially read at less than 100 words per minute (WPM). By the end of the intervention, this had dropped to just 7.1%.

Pioneering home-based project has boosted young children’s literacy

The Home Literacy Project, in South Yorkshire, has successfully boosted children's literacy attainment and engagement.

SHINE reading project has “truthfully transformed lives”

ALP Advantage project in County Durham primary and secondary schools has “been a revelation” and “transformed lives”, school leaders say.

Sir Howard Bernstein 1953-2024

In memory of Malcolm

Malcolm was passionate about education for all, which is why, when leaving a legacy donation in his memory, his widow Freda chose SHINE.

Pre-school children learning maths through storybooks in new SHINE project

Could you be SHINE’s new Trustee?

OBE for Times Tables Rock Stars creator Bruno Reddy

Let Teachers SHINE winners 2024 – innovative teachers handed share of £115,000

Let Teachers SHINE winner 2024: Jessica Mellor – Fixing Fluency

Let Teachers SHINE winner 2024: Mark Robinson – Instant Feedback for Every Child

Let Teachers SHINE winner 2024: Benjamin Barker – Progress Checker

An innovative app which aims to transform communication between teachers and parents.