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SHINE is an education charity working with inspirational teachers across the North of England to break the link between family income and how well children fare at school. www.shinetrust.org.uk

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Science - SHINE Projects that aim to improve science skills, knowledge and attainment.

Happy #BSW2026! ✨ 
We’re proud to support teachers like Jon Blackbourn, whose free Science revision videos on TikTok have over 7M views. Read more about the current science projects we're supporting at: shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/o...
#BSW2026 #TeacherInnovation #PrimaryScience #SecondaryScience

06.03.2026 07:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Happy #WorldBookDay! 📚 Literacy is the key to every child's future. SHINE supported projects are proving it: 'Fluency For All' saw an +8.5 reading boost, 'The Story Project' helps children express emotions, and 70% of Chatta kids met writing goals! ✨
Learn more: shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/o...

05.03.2026 07:30 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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'Malcolm was passionate about education for all.' Like Malcolm, you can ensure great teaching continues for generations. Leave a legacy, fundraise, or donate to SHINE today ✨ Learn more: shinetrust.org.uk/donate/
#LegacyGiving #TeachersSupportTeachers #NorthernEducation #SHINE #EducationPhilanthropy

03.03.2026 08:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Let Teachers SHINE: 24 talented teachers shortlisted for 2026 awards - SHINE This year's finalists have devised projects spanning maths, English, science, cross-curricular learning and early years education, all designed to improve outcomes for pupils.

We are delighted to announce the finalists of Let Teachers SHINE 2026!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who took the time to submit an entry. The standard was exceptionally high, making the shortlisting process both inspiring and incredibly challenging.
shinetrust.org.uk/2026/02/24/l...

24.02.2026 17:29 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Imagine a classroom where no child is left behind. 📚
Maddy Barnes and Lisa Bradshaw's project ‘Are You Really Reading’ is making it happen! The number of struggling readers fell from 36% to just 7% in three years.
See this innovative project in action: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIg-...

24.02.2026 15:51 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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SHINE and its partners have welcomed news that the government is proposing a new model to the way deprivation funding is distributed to schools.
Read more: shinetrust.org.uk/2026/02/23/s... #EduSky #UKEd

23.02.2026 17:45 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Chris Williams: practical inclusion that helps everyone thrive - SHINE Chris Williams, founder of Chatta, argues that inclusion is a choice, a direction and a commitment to classrooms where no one is left guessing.

As the government announces major SEND reforms aimed at reshaping how support is delivered in schools, @chattachris.bsky.social argues that true inclusion isn’t just about policy – it’s about everyday practice that makes learning accessible for every pupil. shinetrust.org.uk/2026/02/23/c...

23.02.2026 14:53 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Every child deserves the chance to shine, regardless of their background ✨ We’re proud to share our latest impact report, showcasing the incredible progress made by the schools and projects we fund. See the full impact report here: shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/o... #SHINE #ImpactReport

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Today is #WorldDayOfSocialJustice 🌍
In the North, disadvantaged children are often 10 months behind by age 11. We believe postcode shouldn't limit potential. Over 25 years we’ve invested £43m across 20,000 schools to close this gap. See our teacher-led projects here: www.youtube.com/@SHINE-educa...

20.02.2026 11:36 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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£671,000 investment to prepare Sunderland students for the world of work - SHINE SHINE Sunderland project will see schools form closer bonds with local businesses and give young people across the city meaningful experiences of the workplace.

We’re proud to announce a £671,148 investment to launch FutureReady Sunderland – a five-year programme designed to better prepare young people across #Sunderland for the world of work.

19.02.2026 14:20 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Happy #WorldLogicDay! At SHINE we’re proud to fund projects building logic skills in the North:

✨Joanne de Groot: Primary diagnostic assessments 
✨J. Webster & C. Peters: Dynamic visual maths
✨Ebrahim Tafti: Fun mental maths fluency! 

Discover more SHINE projects: www.youtube.com/@SHINE-educa... 🚀

14.02.2026 10:45 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Revise Chemistry With Mr B
Revise Chemistry With Mr B Only 45% of disadvantaged students pass GCSE science, compared to 71% of their wealthier peers. One reason for this divide is that students from low-income backgrounds are far less likely to access…

🧬 Happy International Day of Women & Girls in Science! ✨ SHINE is proud to support projects like 'Revise Chemistry with Mr B,' making Science accessible for everyone. Watch Mr B’s video and other SHINE projects here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9cq...
Follow for more! 🌟 #GirlsInScience #WomenInScience

11.02.2026 13:46 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Happy #NumberDay! 🎸🔢 Great to see @TTRockStars powering #NSPCCRocks today. From a SHINE-backed idea to 1M children a week and 17k schools worldwide, @TTRS are helping @NSPCC fund vital services like Childline 💚 #NumberDay2026 #SHINETrust #MathsConfidence

06.02.2026 07:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Don't miss a beat! 🔔 Join SHINE’s community to help close the attainment gap in the North.

🚀 Data-driven insights 💡 Funding updates 🌟 Inspiring stories of resilience

Get the latest direct to your inbox: mailchi.mp/b2a8a8c5ef10...

#NorthernEducation #Impact

05.02.2026 11:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
The Story Project Bradford
The Story Project Bradford The Story Project is a transformative literacy and wellbeing initiative being rolled out across primary schools in Bradford. It helps children strengthen the...

It’s #NationalStorytellingWeek! 📖 In Bradford, The Story Project gives primary pupils confidence and helps improve their wellbeing. Led by Olivia Richards & backed by SHINE, it uses books to: ❤️ Build empathy 🗣️ Grow vocabulary 🌟 Boost confidence
Watch the full story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=53Ir...

02.02.2026 07:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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At SHINE, we believe a child’s background shouldn't dictate their future.
In the last 12 months we’ve:
👥 helped 100k+ children in 750 schools,
🍎 supported 26k parents and helped 5,220 teachers. 
This #InternationalDayofEducation, check out our full Impact Report: shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/o...

24.01.2026 07:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Don't miss a beat! 🔔 Sign up for SHINE’s newsletter to stay up to date on our projects to close the attainment gap in the North 🚀 Get teacher success stories, impact data, & funding news straight to your inbox 👉 mailchi.mp/b2a8a8c5ef10...
#SHINE #TeacherInnovation #AttainmentGap #NorthernEducation

22.01.2026 11:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Final call for Let Teachers SHINE! ⏳ Applications close at midnight tonight, Wednesday 14th January. Don't miss your opportunity to secure up to £25k funding and professional support to launch and scale your brilliant teaching idea! Apply for Let Teachers SHINE at 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...

14.01.2026 19:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Just 24 hours left! ⏳ Applications for Let Teachers SHINE close midnight tomorrow, Wed 14th Jan. Got a great classroom idea? We offer up to £25k plus expert support to help you launch & scale it. Don’t miss your chance! Apply now: shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...
#SHINE #TeacherGrants

13.01.2026 07:30 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Teachers - 2 days left to apply for Let Teachers SHINE! ⏰ Apply now for up to £25k funding plus support for your brilliant teaching idea 🌟
Applications close midnight, Wednesday 14 January 2026.
Find out more and apply today at 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...
#LetTeachersSHINE #TeacherGrants

12.01.2026 19:30 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Just 3 days left to apply! ⏰ Teachers, the Let Teachers SHINE deadline is Wednesday, 14th January 🌟 Don’t miss your chance to secure up to £25k + support to bring your brilliant ideas to life. It’s simple and supportive. Apply by midnight 14th Jan! 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...
#TeacherGrants

11.01.2026 11:16 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Teachers - 4 days left! 📣 Apply by 14th Jan for up to £25k funding for your brilliant teaching idea 🌟 Let Teachers SHINE funds up to £25k to grow your big idea in Maths, English, or Science💡✨ Hurry! ⏰ Applications close midnight 14th Jan 2026.
Apply now at 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...

10.01.2026 09:49 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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TEACHERS! The Let Teachers SHINE application deadline (14th Jan) is fast approaching ⏰ 🌟Don’t miss this opportunity to receive up to £25k funding + support to turn your brilliant teaching idea into a reality!
Apply by 14th January here 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...
#SHINE #TeacherGrants

09.01.2026 07:43 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Let Teachers SHINE funds teachers up to £25,000 plus hands-on support to transform their innovative teaching ideas into scalable impact. We back breakthrough ideas designed to raise attainment for disadvantaged children across the North.

#LetTeachersSHINE #TeacherGrants #NorthOfEngland

07.01.2026 08:46 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Teachers - 1 week left to apply! ⏰

Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your brilliant teaching idea into a reality! Apply by midnight, Wednesday 14 January 2026.

Find out more and apply today at 👉 Find out more and apply today at 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...

07.01.2026 08:46 👍 1 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
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Ebrahim Tafti used his SHINE award to scale Arithmagicians: 93% of teachers said it improved their pupils' mental maths! ✨ We fund and support teacher ideas to reach more children in the North. Get the backing your project deserves.
Apply today! 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...
#SHINE

06.01.2026 14:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Can your innovative idea close the 19 month disadvantage gap? 💡 We back teacher-led projects in the North West, North East, and Yorkshire & Humber! 93% of our projects succeed. Apply now! 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...

05.01.2026 19:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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TEACHERS! The Let Teachers SHINE application deadline (14th Jan) is fast approaching ⏰ 🌟Don’t miss this opportunity to receive up to £25k funding + support to turn your brilliant teaching idea into a reality! Apply by 14th January here 👉 lnkd.in/gZ5Yx3AF

#LetTeachersSHINE #SHINE #TeacherGrants

05.01.2026 10:04 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Boost student confidence! Do you have a winning teaching idea that needs funding to scale up? We're offering grants of up to £25K for teacher-led innovations like Lucy Huelin's Vocabulous project. Apply now! 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...
#TeacherGrants #LetTeachersSHINE

04.01.2026 12:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Want to fund your big teaching idea (up to £25,000)? 🤯 SHINE's next newsletter has all the tips, stories, & application info you need to get started. Don't miss out. Sign up now! 👉 shinetrust.org.uk/what-we-do/l...
#TeacherGrants #EdNewsletter #LetTeachersSHINE

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