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From Lulworth Cove to Weymouth: Team treks 27 miles to raise money for The Access Project
Giving Tuesday is right around the corner. And to celebrate the biggest fundraising day of the year, we're shouting out one of our generous corporate partners, who took part in an epic trek earlier this year to help raise money for The Access Project.Seer 365 develops...

“I was homeless as a child, now I want to be Prime Minister” – Ras.I’s journey with The Access Project
As a toddler, Ras.I and his mum were left homeless in inner-city London. Now a finalist at the University of Oxford, Ras.I is ready to make a difference - and help change the lives of young people just like him. Ras.I Martin was born in 2001 in Stratford. "My...

“The trip was amazing” – Cumbria students visit University of Manchester
This October, students from two schools in Cumbria visited the University of Manchester as part of The Access Project's enrichment programme. Approximately 40 students from Whitehaven Academy and Workington Academy in Cumbria travelled to Manchester to tour the campus...

Volunteer tutoring opportunities – “Seeing your students succeed is so rewarding”
Looking to give back to a good cause? The Access Project is recruiting volunteer tutors to help young people boost their grades and achieve their dreams. Today, we're sharing the story of Adam, a volunteer tutor who joined The Access Project in 2020.Adam is one of...

The Access Project celebrates its 15th birthday
Happy Birthday to The Access Project!In October 2023, The Access Project celebrates its 15th anniversary. Since 2008, The Access Project has helped thousands of high potential young people bridge the education gap and access courses at top UK universities. Teacher...