Supporting the Community in Scarborough for "Future" Generations

The charity, which includes a workshop, classroom and office premises in Victoria Road, has worked with young learners since 2012, when the organisation, then a CIC, was founded.

Since then, as well as becoming a charity, the team have expanded their portfolio as demand continues to increase and home schooling is one of their most in-demand services.

Michelle Padron Kitching, co-founder and CEO of Futureworks NY said: “Our home schooling programme, which is fully funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, provides an alternative format for students in Years 10 and 11 for those who have elected to have home education.”

The specially developed programme, which is led by team member Daniella Jordan, includes functional skills, confidence building, social skills assistance, holistic support and more.

Sarah Thornton, co-founder and CEO of Futureworks NY said: “As we continue to help, support and hopefully guide young people in our local community, this programme is a lifeline for students that find they don’t always reach their potential within conventional educational settings.

“We currently have an increasing waiting list and as our aim is to help as many within our local community as possible; we are seeking to expand this service if we can so we can meet demand.

“This can be achieved through support from local businesses who can become sponsors of this important aspect of alternative education.”

Michelle added: “Our dedicated, talented team and our student cohort work together and great things are possible. We know the demand is completely outstripping supply at the moment: all it takes is for one or two local businesses or companies to give us a call and find out how they can help.

“Investing in future generations is essential for the future health, wellbeing and prosperity of not only the students, but to the local economy, too.”

Businesses can get in touch with the Futurework NY team on 01723 449616