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Working with over 300,000 students since 2000, in 2020 we want to reach more young people across the UK, focusing on giving participants from disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to find confidence, develop life skills and raise their aspirations for the future - transforming their own lives.
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Situation
Across the UK, young people struggle to develop the skills they need to succeed in life. Living in areas facing economic or social disadvantage means even greater challenges, which can lead to a cycle of low academic achievement and lack of aspiration. Research shows that students from low income families who take part in arts activities at school are three times more likely to get a degree, yet schools continue to cut back on arts provision.
Solution
SSF shows young people that success is for everyone, not just those at the top of the class. In our 20th year, our Festival (including teacher training, students workshops, curriculum resources and vitally, participants performing on professional stages) will have a focus on those with the least opportunity to find their voices. We want to see every child have the opportunity to see themselves in a new light and exceed the expectations of their families, teachers and communities.
