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Your generosity makes a profound difference in our community. By supporting the Bede's Development Foundation, you help us provide Transformational Scholarships that open doors to life-changing opportunities for deserving students. These Scholarships enrich our community, fostering diversity and excellence. Your contribution, no matter the size, plays a crucial role in sustaining this vital program. Thank you for considering a donation and for your continued support of the Bede's Development Foundation. Together, we can transform lives and build a stronger, more inclusive community.
“I applied for a Bede’s Transformational Scholarship because I was attracted by the many opportunities the School had on offer, particularly its Football Academy and the wide range of subjects I could study. Settling into Bede’s has been a lot easier than I thought it would be, I made new friends quickly and being a part of the pre-season football training and being able to socialise both in House and in the Sixth Form Centre really helped that. I would definitely recommend others to apply for a Transformational Scholarship place, it opens up so many opportunities, I’m so glad I did it.”
Current Transformational Scholar
“Bede’s for me has been a lot of fun, it has taught me to be open minded and to ask lots of questions because this is a place where everyone helps you. At Bede’s I have taken hold of so many opportunities which would not have been open to me if I had not come here.”
Transformational Scholar
“I applied for a Bede’s Transformational Scholarship because I was attracted by the many opportunities the School had on offer, particularly its Football Academy and the wide range of subjects I could study. Settling into Bede’s has been a lot easier than I thought it would be, I made new friends quickly and being a part of the pre-season football training and being able to socialise both in House and in the Sixth Form Centre really helped that. I would definitely recommend others to apply for a Transformational Scholarship place, it opens up so many opportunities, I’m so glad I did it.”
Current Transformational Scholar
“Bede’s for me has been a lot of fun, it has taught me to be open minded and to ask lots of questions because this is a place where everyone helps you. At Bede’s I have taken hold of so many opportunities which would not have been open to me if I had not come here.”
Transformational Scholar
"The impact Bede’s had on my son Theo was immediate. We came back from New Zealand in 2016. Theo is one of 4 children we had to settle back into the school system in the UK. We had settled on a school that was convenient, but it was clear to us that Theo was not happy. It was my sister-in-law who made a throwaway comment, saying “Have you ever heard of Bede’s? If we lived closer that’s definitely where we’d send our kids.” So, we thought we’d have to have a look. I remember the impact of the open day, and looking at Theo, who was literally on the edge of his seat. His body language was so different, and I thought that it was clear Theo had found the right school for him. From that moment on we sensed a very special connection, and from then it has continued to have a massive impact on him. He went from a lonely, introverted kid, to having a bunch of mates at the end of his first term. It even changed his physicality. As parents we could see this extraordinary transformation. Theo’s recent A-Level results are a testament to the incredible support and guidance he received at Bede’s. The near one-on-one coaching and mentoring he received in his last year at Bede’s helped Theo enormously. When the opportunity to contribute and take a place on the Development Board came up, we did not hesitate. We’d like to give back to the organisation that has given us as a family so much. And if there is the slightest possibility that we can help someone’s else’s journey feel even somewhat like Theo’s, it is our duty to do so. That is why we are so passionate about Bede’s and the Foundation. The opportunity to give other children this opportunity, the same our son got, is something we want to contribute to."
Trustee & Former Parent
"I am the father of a recent pupil. Myself and my wife, Claire, chose Bede’s Senior School for Robbie, our son, because of the particular focus that the School gave to the pastoral care they offer to all children. The learning experience that Robbie enjoyed at the School was magnificent and he left Bede’s brimming with quiet confidence, with many friends, with good exam results and perhaps most importantly, with many happy memories. I wanted to give something back to the Bede’s community after Robbie left. Becoming a Trustee of the Foundation, with a view to helping others enjoy the same opportunity to make progress in their lives as Robbie had, seemed an obvious way to do that. The role of a Trustee is not as complex as some might perceive it to be. It is a prerequisite to be honest and transparent and engaged as well as to support the Foundation’s overall objectives, which are set out in policy documents. It is important to commit to supporting the Foundation, with practical help, with some financial contribution and by offering some advice and support in the aspects of the Foundation’s work where I have existing expertise (e.g. in finance). The work is fun and rewarding. Being able to give back is truly priceless."
Trustee & Former Parent
"The impact Bede’s had on my son Theo was immediate. We came back from New Zealand in 2016. Theo is one of 4 children we had to settle back into the school system in the UK. We had settled on a school that was convenient, but it was clear to us that Theo was not happy. It was my sister-in-law who made a throwaway comment, saying “Have you ever heard of Bede’s? If we lived closer that’s definitely where we’d send our kids.” So, we thought we’d have to have a look. I remember the impact of the open day, and looking at Theo, who was literally on the edge of his seat. His body language was so different, and I thought that it was clear Theo had found the right school for him. From that moment on we sensed a very special connection, and from then it has continued to have a massive impact on him. He went from a lonely, introverted kid, to having a bunch of mates at the end of his first term. It even changed his physicality. As parents we could see this extraordinary transformation. Theo’s recent A-Level results are a testament to the incredible support and guidance he received at Bede’s. The near one-on-one coaching and mentoring he received in his last year at Bede’s helped Theo enormously. When the opportunity to contribute and take a place on the Development Board came up, we did not hesitate. We’d like to give back to the organisation that has given us as a family so much. And if there is the slightest possibility that we can help someone’s else’s journey feel even somewhat like Theo’s, it is our duty to do so. That is why we are so passionate about Bede’s and the Foundation. The opportunity to give other children this opportunity, the same our son got, is something we want to contribute to."
Trustee & Former Parent
"I am the father of a recent pupil. Myself and my wife, Claire, chose Bede’s Senior School for Robbie, our son, because of the particular focus that the School gave to the pastoral care they offer to all children. The learning experience that Robbie enjoyed at the School was magnificent and he left Bede’s brimming with quiet confidence, with many friends, with good exam results and perhaps most importantly, with many happy memories. I wanted to give something back to the Bede’s community after Robbie left. Becoming a Trustee of the Foundation, with a view to helping others enjoy the same opportunity to make progress in their lives as Robbie had, seemed an obvious way to do that. The role of a Trustee is not as complex as some might perceive it to be. It is a prerequisite to be honest and transparent and engaged as well as to support the Foundation’s overall objectives, which are set out in policy documents. It is important to commit to supporting the Foundation, with practical help, with some financial contribution and by offering some advice and support in the aspects of the Foundation’s work where I have existing expertise (e.g. in finance). The work is fun and rewarding. Being able to give back is truly priceless."
Trustee & Former Parent
