<div>This academic year, our amazing SEND learners have set themselves an inspiring challenge - to raise funds for a Leading Futures provision minibus that will open up more opportunities for learning, independence, and community experiences.
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<div>To make this dream a reality, we are coming together as a team to walk 100 miles over the course of the year. This challenge will be a huge achievement for many in our community, and every step we take will bring us closer to our goal.
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<div>We’re kicking things off with our very first fundraising event - The Leading Futures Festive Ramble!
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<div><strong>The Leading Futures Festive Ramble</strong>
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<div><strong>Date:</strong> Monday 8th December 2025
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<div><strong>Location:</strong> The Wrekin, Shropshire
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<div>Our team will be hiking to the top of The Wrekin - the perfect “starter ramble” to launch our 100-mile challenge and to test our staff’s fitness levels!
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<div>But this isn’t just a walk. It’s a step towards making a huge difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
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<div>We’ll be ending our challenge in July 2026, when our dedicated staff team will take on the Three Peaks - climbing the highest mountains in Scotland, England, and Wales!
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<div><strong>Why We’re Raising Funds</strong>
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<div>We are hoping to raise enough money to purchase a Leading Futures Minibus - a vital resource that would allow us to offer enrichment opportunities, off-site learning, and community experiences for our learners.
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<div>A minibus would open doors to new environments, social experiences, and creative projects that many of our learners currently miss out on. It’s not just transport - it’s a gateway to independence, confidence, and growth.
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<div><strong>About Leading Futures</strong>
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<div>We are proud to be launching Leading Futures Education Services and Alternative Provision, dedicated to supporting learners with SEND in Wolverhampton and beyond.
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<div>At Leading Futures, we provide part-time placements for Year 9 to Year 11 learners who find it difficult to access mainstream education due to:
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<div>• Conditions associated with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC)
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<div>• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
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<div>• Communication and interaction challenges
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<div>With over 40 years of combined experience in education, our team is passionate about ensuring every child receives the right support, at the right time.
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<div>Learn more about our work at: <a href="https://www.leadingfutures.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.leadingfutures.uk</a>
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<div><strong>How Your Donations Help</strong>
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<div>Every contribution - big or small - makes a lasting impact.
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<div>Your donations will help fund:
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<div>• Our Leading Futures Minibus
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<div>• Artistic Creative Expression (ACE) projects within our provision
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<div>• Specialist equipment and resources to enhance learning opportunities
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<div>These funds will help us provide the very best environment for our learners to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
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<div><strong>Recognition for Our Supporters</strong>
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<div>Significant donations from individuals or businesses will be recognised on the minibus itself, with the donor’s name or company logo proudly displayed as a lasting thank you for their generosity and support.
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<div><strong>Together, We Can Make a Difference</strong>
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<div>Every step we take up The Wrekin brings us closer to giving our learners greater access to the world beyond the classroom.
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<div>Your support — whether through donations or simply sharing our story — means the world to us and to the young people we serve.
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<div>Let’s climb this mountain together and change futures for good!
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<div>Thank you for your kindness and generosity.
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<div><strong><em>The Leading Futures Team</em></strong>
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<div><strong><em>Helping our learners go the distance - one step at a time!</em></strong>
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Janet Gibbs

Michelle Southwood

Jasmine Priest

Rebecca stait

Help Our SEND Learners Reach Their Goal – One Step at a Time

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