The Ambitions Foundation — A place to be believed in
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The Ambitions Foundation

A place to be
believed in.

We support children and young people aged 4–18 with learning, confidence and access to opportunities, so they can see more possibilities for themselves.

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For young people

What do you need right now?

We’re here to support your next step.

“I want to feel more confident” Go to Purpose Bound “I need some help with learning” Go to Learn Forward “I’m trying to figure out what’s next” Go to Purpose Bound “I want experience and opportunities” Go to Next Move

Our programmes

Support that meets young people where they are.

Five free programmes, each with a different focus, that can be taken on their own or one after another.

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Ages 4–18

Learn Forward

Targeted learning support that helps children and young people rebuild confidence, strengthen skills and keep progressing.

Learn more about Learn Forward
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Ages 16–18

Purpose Bound

A personal development programme giving young people space to explore who they are, build confidence and think seriously about where they want to go next.

Learn more about Purpose Bound
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Ages 16–18 · Girls only

Her Worth

A girls-only space to question the pressures around them and define their own worth, boundaries and ambitions.

Learn more about Her Worth
Young people planning a project together around a table of sketches, charts and colour swatches

Ages 16–18

Ambition in Action

A youth enterprise programme where young people plan, pitch for seed funding and launch a real project or small business.

Learn more about Ambition in Action
Two young people laughing together while working on a hands-on project in a workshop

Ages 16–18

Next Move

Practical skills, experiences and opportunities that help young people understand their options and take their next step with confidence.

Learn more about Next Move
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Our story

Young people are full of potential. We’re here to back it.

The Ambitions Foundation exists because belief can change the direction of a young person’s life.

Young people need places where they are seen, listened to, taken seriously and encouraged to imagine more for themselves.

We combine that belief with practical educational support, personal development, skills and access to opportunities.

Our story

Sometimes all it takes is one person who believes in you.

The Ambitions Foundation

Our pillars

Identity and ambition. Learning and progress. Skills and opportunity.

These are the threads that connect our work, whatever the programme or age group.

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01

Identity & Ambition

Helping young people understand themselves, build confidence and develop a stronger sense of direction.

02

Learning & Progress

Supporting young people to engage with learning, overcome barriers and make meaningful progress.

A primary-age boy concentrating as he writes in a classroom
Young people sitting together on a bench working on laptops
03

Skills & Opportunity

Giving young people practical skills, exposure, networks and access to experiences that can open doors.

Get involved

Be part of a young person’s ambitions.

Give time, open a door, make a referral or help fund the work.

Donate Help fund programmes, resources and experiences. Partner Work with us through schools, communities or employers. Volunteer Share time, insight or practical experience. Refer Refer a child or young person for support.