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Turning Food Education into Lasting Impact at Spa Academy Askern
We’ve been delighted to see such brilliant engagement from Spa Academy Askern in Doncaster, where Chef’s in Schools trainers, supported by a donation from The David Brown Foundation, recently delivered a hands-on food education session as part of the #TrySomethingNewTuesdays initiative. The session gave students the chance to get involved, try new skills and build confidence in the kitchen. It was inspiring to see young people learning through practical experience, exploring
Dec 19, 20251 min read


Autumn Budget 2025: What’s Changing for Children in Schools
The Autumn Budget included several announcements that affect children’s education, wellbeing and life chances. While there were few headline-grabbing changes, the Budget gives a clearer picture of the government’s priorities, particularly around early years, support for children with additional needs, and tackling child poverty. Below, we break down what it means for children and schools. 1. Support for children with SEND The Chancellor confirmed that long-awaited reforms to
Dec 19, 20254 min read


Tackling Educational Inequality in the North East: Insights from EPI, Durham University and NECA
In Spring 2025, the Education Policy Institute (EPI), in partnership with Durham University and the North East Combined Authority (NECA)...
Jun 9, 20253 min read


The End of Education Investment Areas – What It Means for Schools
In a significant shift in education policy, the UK government has scrapped the Education Investment Areas (EIAs) programme, a...
Mar 30, 20252 min read


Whipping Up Fun in the Kitchen: Buckingham Primary Academy’s Food Education Adventure!
Cooking Classes at Buckingham Primary Academy 2023-2024 The David Brown Foundation's food education grants have had huge sucess and...
Jul 11, 20242 min read


Nourishing Minds: The Impact of The David Brown Foundation Food Education Grants
In an era where healthy eating habits and food education are increasingly recognized as vital components of overall well-being,...
Apr 8, 20242 min read


A Glittering Success: The Inaugural Charity Black Tie Dinner at The Sun Pavilions
In June 2022, the beautiful town of Harrogate, nestled in the heart of Yorkshire, played host to an extraordinary event that marked the...
Feb 20, 20232 min read
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