SHINE Trust – Ready for School
SHINE Trust Grants Programme funds innovative educational projects lasting two to three years that aim to improve educational attainment for children from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds across the North of England, with a strong emphasis on measurable and evaluable impact.
SHINE Trust – Ready for School
Eligible Organisations
Schools can apply directly, as well as organisations that collaborate with schools or deliver projects within educational settings across the North West, North East, and Yorkshire & Humber regions of England.
Suitable Projects
SHINE funds projects delivered through four programme strands:
- Ready for School (early years projects giving children the best possible start to education)
- Bridging the Gap (supporting pupils who need extra help transitioning from primary to secondary school)
- Flying High (helping high-performing primary pupils sustain success at secondary level)
- Let Teachers SHINE (innovative teacher-led projects identified through SHINE’s national competition run with TES).
Application Process
To apply, please first submit an enquiry with an outline of your proposal which includes an overview of the project, how it meets SHINE’s core priorities, the number of children it benefits and the budget.
Important Dates
Deadlines for applications are usually around the end of January, April and October each year.
Funding Range
The normal range of SHINE grant funding for a two to three year project is around £20,000 to £100,000, covering eligible project delivery and evaluation costs.
