Opportunities for schools

We partner with projects to share opportunities of provision or funding with schools based in Lambeth. We’ve also included links to useful resources for our schools.

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British Ecological Society grants to promote ecological science

Funding for schools to convey the excitement of ecological science. Deadline 11th September.

Foyle Foundation grants for young people with SEND

Foyle Foundation grants for young people with SEND. Deadline 30th September 2024.

The Universal Music UK Sound Foundation (UMUKSF) School Award

Funding for schools teaching the national curriculum to improve their music department. Deadline 14th August 2024.

Gardening grants from Metropolitan Public Gardens Association

Schools can apply for small gardening grants. Deadlines are the end of the month in Feb, May, Aug and Nov each year.

The Music for All Community Project Fund

Funding to support access to music education and music-making opportunities for disadvantaged young people and communities. Deadline 30th September.

Foyle Foundation School Library Scheme

Funding for primary school libraries. Deadline 30th September 2024.

Sport England Movement Fund to improve physical activity opportunities

Sport England Movement Fund to improve physical activity opportunities with projects including active travel, walking, cycling, dance, fitness and sporting activities

Happy Days Children’s Charity – travel and trip grants

Grants for travel, day trips, respite breaks and group activity holidays to support families with children aged 3-17

Funding for children to connect with nature from the CLA Charitable Trust

Apply for grants for projects that help disabled or disadvantaged children connect with nature and the countryside.

Funding for sport and education from The Hargreaves Foundation

Grants to help children and young people to fulfil their potential and improve their wellbeing, self-esteem, and independence through educational and sporting activities

“I’ve got an idea” Fund for novel technical ideas

Grants available for schools and groups of school children with an idea to test that could deliver either an environmental or social benefit.

Henry Smith holiday grants

Funding to support recreational travel for groups of disabled or disadvantaged children. Two rounds of application dates for trips taken in 2024.

Sasakawa Foundation funding to build Japanese UK relations

Japanese UK exchange funding for schools. Deadlines for applications 31st March, 15th September and 15th December 2024.

Learning through Landscapes – Local school nature grant programme

Free outdoor equipment and two hours of professional outdoor training for schools. 2024 deadlines: 26th April, 6th September & 8th November.