Endorsements

The Department for Education and Skills works very closely with Fairbridge, who have such a long and proud tradition of working with young people and also in giving young people a voice? The focus has to be on providing opportunities for activities like this to develop the skills that make young people successful.

Beverley Hughes, Minister of State (Children, Young People and Families)

We believe that Fairbridge does what others can’t. They engage the most challenging young people and instil in them the desire to re-engage, to enjoy learning and above all, to take control of their lives

Bill Curley, Principal - Trinity School

Fairbridge provides disadvantaged young people with opportunities to build self esteem, break the cycle of social exclusion and learn self-care skills."

Karen O'Donohoe, Department of Exercise and Health Science, University of Bristol

Fairbridge’s humour, patience and negotiation skills enable the young people to move from sideways glances to open smiles.

Pauline Rylander, Specialist Mental Health Worker

I've not known Fairbridge for long, but what I've seen has truly inspired me.

Deborah Meaden, Dragon's Den

I'm an enormous fan of Fairbridge and of the people who run it.

Edward Stourton, Today Presenter

It's clear that Fairbridge plants the first seeds a young person needs to grow in self-esteem and confidence to do great things.

Kevin Spacey, Actor & Artistic Director, The Old Vic Theatre