
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 memoriamIn 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."
News“We’re looking at kids that could be exceptional, but life hasn’t given them the opportunities they deserve, and we want to change that.”
News"This opportunity provides the time and resources to experiment in a way that wouldn’t normally be possible."
News"It's an amazing opportunity that will hopefully do so much good because these children truly deserve it."
News"We’re really determined to make a difference to young people, but also to regenerate the area. To think that we've got the support of SHINE saying you can do it – it's just completely inspiring."
NewsSeven Sunderland school projects are the first to benefit from the SHINE Sunderland fund, securing a share of more than £900,000.
News" 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."
Insight, NewsMichaelene brings to SHINE 25 years of experience across educational institutions, non-profits, and charities.
NewsA new evaluation by the University of Manchester has found “much to be celebrated” in the achievements of Cradle to Career North Birkenhead.
NewsTwenty-eight top teachers are in the running to receive funding of up to £25,000 after they made the shortlist for Let Teachers SHINE 2025.
Let Teachers SHINE, NewsSHINE and its partners have urged the government to reallocate savings from declining pupil numbers to boost funding for long-term disadvantaged students.
Insight, NewsWe are seeking proposals from partners who can provide evaluation support to the SHINE Sunderland fund during the establishing phase.
NewsRocking out with maths
Case studiesSHINE CEO Fiona Spellman looks back on another eventful year in education, and looks forward to what 2025 might hold.
Insight, NewsAre You Really Reading? is is helping disadvantaged children across the North West improve their reading skills.
Impact, NewsA 45% uplift to the Early Years Pupil Premium is the right way to ensure greater targeting of spend on disadvantaged children, writes Fiona Spellman.
Insight, News"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!"
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