• Prince William, along with The Bourne Academy and other BCP Coalition leaders, marked Homewards’  

two-year anniversary in Sheffield this week

• The visit showcased new early intervention work to prevent homelessness in schools

    by showcasing examples of its collective work from the last year

• Over 100 local initiatives tackling homelessness underway across Homewards’ six flagship locations

• Over £52 million leveraged across locations to deliver homes and projects to prevent homelessness

As part of the South Coast Music Partnership (SCMP) Music Hub initiative, The Bourne Academy is proud to announce its appointment as one of the Lead Secondary Schools for Music across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP).

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The Bourne Academy is delighted to announce its partnership with the Homewards Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole (BCP) coalition and national charity Shelter to create new classroom resources aimed at increasing awareness of homelessness and its prevention. As part of the #Homewards initiative, these resources will empower students and staff with a deeper understanding of homelessness and provide information on available support.

The educational materials are designed for different age groups, addressing a range of issues related to homelessness. This unique collaboration aims to encourage empathy, insight, and practical knowledge among students, helping to build a more informed and compassionate school community.

“At The Bourne Academy, we believe in the importance of raising awareness around social issues and equipping our students to make a positive impact. We are very proud to be working with Shelter and the Homewards BCP coalition on this project,” said Mark Avoth from The Bourne Academy. “These resources will not only help our students understand the causes and challenges of homelessness but also ensure they know how to seek support for those in need.”

Homewards’ community-driven approach has united coalitions across the UK, and the BCP partnership is already showing promise as a model for positive change. By gathering feedback from staff and students, The Bourne Academy hopes to refine these materials and share successful approaches with other Homewards locations, expanding the project’s reach and impact.

“We are excited to see the difference these resources will make in our classrooms,” the representative continued, “and to work with Homewards to share what we’ve learned with other communities.”

The Bourne Academy is proud to play a part in this important initiative, helping to address homelessness through education and awareness.

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For further information, please contact: Mrs Sarah Price

The Bourne Academy, Hadow Road,  Bournemouth. BH10 5HS

Tel: 01202 528554 sarah.price@thebourneacademy.com

The Bourne Academy is delighted with how its students have adapted to the challenges presented to them over the lead up to their examinations.  Their perseverance and hard work should be commended and they are to be congratulated on their results and their commitment to their onward destinations.

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