Sharon's story
You may find it hard to believe that a teacher could end up living in a garden shed with her 10-year-old daughter, yet that’s exactly what happened to Sharon.
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Amanda's story
Further Education teacher Amanda was literally struggling to keep a roof over her family's head whilst undergoing treatment for breast cancer. She turned to our grants service and we were able to help with an emergency payment to repair her roof.
Leeds City Council
Our Headspace Programme supports new heads to step off the treadmill to protect and sustain their own mental health and wellbeing and in turn the teams and schools they lead. Leeds City Council has made Headspace a cornerstone of the support it offers to every incoming new school head across the city.
Sasha's story
Cancer knocked schools project manager Sasha for six and she couldn’t work - so we stepped in with a grant.
Joanna's story
Primary school teacher Joanna (not her real name) broke down one Sunday afternoon because she couldn’t face going into work the next day due to bullying.
Olivia's story
A new job and home in London turned into a nightmare for teacher Olivia. A grant from us meant she was able to enjoy a happy and secure Christmas.
Rachel's story
How we helped Rachel cope with violence and disruption in the classroom.
Kurt's story
With cutbacks in arts provision at many schools Kurt found himself struggling to make ends meet. He contacted Help Musicians which put him in touch with Education Support.
Alan's story
Primary headteacher Alan was about to leave teaching after more than 20 years in the profession. But with our help he found there was light at the end of the tunnel.