How Aspirational Mentoring helped one young person build confidence, develop new skills and discover opportunities that have continued to grow with her. When Daisy Warrell was studying at Xaverian Sixth Form College, she signed up to take part in BW3’s Aspirational Mentoring programme. What began as a decision to simply “say yes” to an opportunity…
Business volunteers from BW3 have been transforming the lives of young people in Wythenshawe through a dedicated Reading Mentoring scheme at St Paul’s RC High School. Over the past few months, BW3 volunteers have been working one-to-one with pupils to help strengthen reading skills, build confidence and increase engagement with learning. A flagship BW3 programme…
Reading Mentoring: Small Commitment, Lasting ImpactEnd of Year Reflection As we wrap up another year of the BW3 Reading Mentoring Programme, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers who have given their time, energy and encouragement to support students at St Paul’s RC High School. One of those volunteers, Rob…
The Magic of Reading Staff and students at Saint Paul’s Catholic High School in Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester have been delighted by the support offered by BW3’s team of reading mentors who have been visiting the school each week. The students’ positive attitude to reading was rewarded by being invited to a Pizza Party in the…
The pupils – all from Manchester Enterprise Academy, in Wythenshawe – have completed an eight-week programme, during which they were supported by business leaders from nearby companies. All of the students were part of BW3’s Aspirational Mentoring scheme, which pairs businesspeople with youngsters from the local area. BW3 is a business charity founded 22 years…
BW3 successfully delivers innovative programmes, activities and events, working in partnership with local businesses, education providers and the community. BW3 is about building on the strengths of the local area, galvanising volunteer time, funds and resources to inspire and support positive change.