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    Support Us

    Bishop's wouldn't be Bishop's without the encouragement, commitment and generosity of parents, staff, alumni and the wider community. 

    Since 1890, Bishop Wordsworth’s Grammar School has been sustained by a tradition of generosity, with each generation benefitting from the support of those who came before. The ambition to offer an exceptional education reaches far beyond the standard curriculum, but rising costs and limited government funding make this increasingly challenging. 

    Department for Education funding covers only the essentials needed to deliver the national curriculum including salaries, teaching resources, utilities and basic maintenance. It does not however fund major improvements to our facilities, our broad enrichment programme of trips, visits and more, or the specialist care required to preserve our Grade II listed buildings. 

    To help bridge the gap between basic government provision and the full Bishop Wordsworth’s experience, we have launched the Above and Beyond Appeal. Donations support improvements to our buildings and facilities and the co-curricular and enrichment opportunities that define our School, including lunchtime Clubs and Societies, extended Careers support, Art and Music resources, Sport and Adventure equipment, STEM activities, pastoral extras and much more. 

    All donations to our Above & Beyond Appeal, no matter what size, are invaluable. Every contribution you make to Bishop Wordsworth’s  makes a direct and meaningful impact on our students. You can also choose to remember Bishop Wordsworth’s in your will with a legacy gift. However you choose to give, you will be helping to transform the lives of Bishop’s pupils - now and in the future. 

    There are a number of ways you can give: 

    Regular Donations

    1. Set up a Standing Order via your Online banking/App to ensure 100% of your donation is received by the School:
             Name of account: Bishop Wordsworth's School - Income Appeal
             Sort Code: 30-97-41
             Account number: 03905201
             Reference: please use the name of your Son/Daughter as the transfer/standing order reference
      Gift aid: If you are a UK tax payer, please also fill in this form (enabling us to claim an additional 25% of your donation from HMRC). 
    2. Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) platform which allows users to set up regular donations using Direct Debit, a CAF account, a Card payment or a PayPal payment. CAF is a registered UK Charity that offers products and services under one roof, to help contributors plan their charitable giving and Gift Aid. Information regarding the Charities Aid Foundation's role in processing donations is available at the above link.

    Single Donation

    1.  Set up a Standing Order via your Online banking/App to ensure 100% of your donation is received by the School:
             Name of account: Bishop Wordsworth's School - Income Appeal
             Sort Code: 30-97-41
             Account number: 03905201
             Reference: please use the name of your Son/Daughter as the transfer/standing order reference
      Gift aid: If you are a UK tax payer, please also fill in this form (enabling us to claim an additional 25% of your donation from HMRC). 
    2. Parents/Guardians can donate via their school MCAS account and select ‘Above and Beyond Appeal’. 
    3. Please use the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) platform which allows users to set up regular donations using Direct Debit, a CAF account, a Card payment or a PayPal payment. CAF is a registered UK Charity that offers products and services under one roof, to help contributors plan their charitable giving and Gift Aid. Information regarding the Charities Aid Foundation's role in processing donations is available at the above link.

    Match Funding

    There is a fantastic scheme whereby employers provide funding for charities through their employees. It is a very simple yet immensely useful tool from which extra funding can be raised for our school. Generally speaking, banks and building societies, insurance companies, supermarkets, utilities providers, phone companies and car manufacturers are known historically to offer match funding schemes. Please contact your Human Resources department to find out if they operate a matching gift scheme. In most cases, the company will match your donation pound for pound up to a specific level. 

    Sponsorship and Partnerships

    In return for an annual fee, the BWS Business Partnership scheme offers your business the opportunity to network with other Partner members and to promote your services to our school’s vast network of parents, alumni, pupils and the wider Wordsworthian community. The scheme provides opportunities for your business including marketing, advertising and networking, access to bright young talent, and the chance to boost your CSR credentials. Find out more here. 

    Legacy Giving

    By including Bishop Wordsworth’s School (a registered charity) in your Will, you will be leaving a lasting impact on future generations. 

    Leaving a gift in your will is an opportunity for you to give to Bishop Wordsworth’s Grammar School beyond your lifetime. Find out more here. 

    Giving your time

    Many parents, alumni and friends of Bishop Wordsworth’s give their time and expertise in so many ways, which has a tremendous impact on the life and culture of the School today. 

    Speak at an event

    Many alumni, parents and friends contribute generously to our careers activities, societies and speakers programme, helping current students learn more about life beyond Bishop Wordsworth’s. These events and opportunities range from career advice sessions and our STEM Careers Conference to the HE and Careers Fair, as well as practical support such as practice interviews, speaking at events and lectures, offering work experience, and providing mentoring. If you would be interested in sharing your career journey and experience please do get in contact. 

    Host an event or provide a venue

    We run a number of social and networking events for alumni, parents and students and we rely on the generous support of individuals who host events at their offices, clubs, restaurants and sports grounds ensuring we can keep costs low for attendees. If you have a venue that would suit a networking event, informal drinks or a dinner, we would be delighted to hear from you. 

    Support the BWSPA

    You can also support Bishop Wordsworth's by giving your time to help our parents’ association, the BWSPA, which raises crucial funds for our School through fun activities and events. You can help by attending or volunteering at events - please get in touch with the BWSPA if you would like to find out how you can help. 

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