By analysing and understanding what works best, we continuously refine our approach to ensure the most effective support for children.
Teachers hold invaluable knowledge, yet their voices are often overlooked. We amplify their insights, ensuring they shape the conversation.
Alongside our partners, we also advocate for policy changes that create better opportunities for disadvantaged children in the North.
"We have a choice. We can let the summer holidays widen the attainment gap, or we can act now to beat the summer reading slump – especially for the pupils who need our help the most."
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"If we want every child to be understood, supported, and set up to thrive, then we must keep listening, keep learning, and keep asking: what else don’t we know yet?"
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" Play is not a luxury. It’s not just a nice add-on; it is a fundamental right and a vital foundation for lifelong learning, wellbeing, health, and happiness."
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Relationships and communication are key to improving school attendance, says SHINE teacher Marie Beale.
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SHINE's CEO, Fiona Spellman, recently spoke at the Social Mobility Commission’s inaugural Social mobility symposium 2025 in Manchester. She discussed the role the third sector has to play in unlocking innovations which can address the biggest challenges we face.
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“By ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed, we create a more resilient, balanced, and sustainable economy, benefiting both individuals and the country as a whole.”
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"Government must be prepared to empower those closest to the issues with necessary tools to build an education system fit for the future."
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“These findings confirm consistent, directional improvement in student attainment”
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A new evaluation by the University of Manchester has found “much to be celebrated” in the achievements of Cradle to Career North Birkenhead.
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Are You Really Reading? is is helping disadvantaged children across the North West improve their reading skills.
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According to teachers’ surveys, participating children’s communication, language, and speaking skills improved by 19.3 percentage points.
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SHINE CEO Fiona Spellman speaks at the Social mobility symposium 2025
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Improving wellbeing and literacy through the magic of storytelling
Case studies
"We have a choice. We can let the summer holidays widen the attainment gap, or we can act now to beat the summer reading slump – especially for the pupils who need our help the most."
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"The challenges in children’s mental health are significant and as parents we all worry for the safety of our children online. Effective school-wide approaches to promoting positive wellbeing already exist. The challenge now is to connect and share the practice that works best."
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