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Illegal and Unsafe: Why we must end the use of unregistered homes for children in care

30 May 2025 - 1:00pm

At Together Trust, we are campaigning to end the use of unregistered, illegal settings for children in care. Every child deserves a safe, stable and regulated home. Yet right now, hundreds of children are being placed in unlawful, unregistered homes that operate with no formal oversight, no accountability, and no guarantee of safety or quality.

A collage featuring three photos: sandwiches and treats on a plate from the event, Maxine in a beautiful pink dress, and Kate in the crowd at the back.

Inscape House School staff honoured with Royal Garden Party invitation

28 May 2025 - 3:00pm

Last Tuesday, Maxine Kasiri, Educational Assistant at Inscape House School, had the honour of attending the King's garden party, following an invitation that recognised her significant contributions to the Together Trust charity.

A collage featuring four photos that depict staff and students celebrating VE Day.

Bridge College community commemorates the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a tea party and musical tribute

22 May 2025 - 11:15am

On 19 May, students and staff at Bridge College gathered to honour the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. This commemoration provided an opportunity for the college community to engage with and reflect on this significant historical milestone while celebrating British culture.

Together Trust Heads to the Netherlands to Present Research on Poverty and the Care System at YES Forum

20 May 2025 - 5:30pm

We are honoured to have been invited to present at the YES Forum's Annual Event 2025, titled "Pathways to a Fair Europe: Bridging Research and Practice to Break Intergenerational Poverty Cycles".

Fostering and the Power of Relationships

20 May 2025 - 9:00am

It's Fostering Fortnight (12-25 May) and this year’s focus is on the power of relationships. Hear more from Brad Kella on the profound impact that his relationship with his foster family had on him.

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Exciting Reverse Jobs Fair at Bridge College

12 May 2025 - 5:30pm

This month, Bridge College hosted a Reverse Jobs Fair, inviting potential employers to meet our exceptional third-year students as they prepare to embark on new adventures this July.

Students shine in Gusto work experience client day

8 May 2025 - 3:15pm

After months of training, a group of students from Inscape House School impressed their families and teachers with their hospitality skills: from taking orders to making drinks and serving.

Group photo in an office space of 2 Inscape students, 4 staff members and Rabia from Barclays and her daughter.

Inscape House School celebrate Autism Awareness Month with Barclays

6 May 2025 - 12:45pm

Autism Awareness month is a big celebration at Together Trust: from school-wide events to trips out, blogs, talks and volunteering.

The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill: What It Means for Children in Care and Unregistered Care Settings

30 April 2025 - 1:45pm

Introduced in Parliament in December 2024, the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill could shape the future of both social care and education. It aims to drive high standards in education and care, ensure every child can achieve and thrive, and strengthen safeguarding and support for vulnerable children.

New Research Project: Understanding Emotionally Based School Avoidance

24 April 2025 - 3:00pm

We've recently launched a research project focused on Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) across Greater Manchester with our Research Assistant Volunteer.

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Students welcome adorable sheep and lambs on campus

16 April 2025 - 11:45am

Ewe wouldn't believe who came to visit our campus: the baa-rilliant sheep and lambs from Ewenique!

Students had the opportunity to enjoy a warm day outside learning more about animal behaviour, sitting with the sheep and petting our friendly visitors.

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Dancing duo get crowned as winners of Inscape House School’s Got Talent!

15 April 2025 - 1:30pm

In a spectacular show that the whole school took part in, Inscape House School have recently picked the winners of their much-awaited talent competition: Inscape’s Got Talent.

This year saw the return of the amazing Inscape’s Got Talent to celebrate World Autism Day. Harri and Emil impressed everyone with their dancing and took home the winner title.

Pathways to Work Green Paper: What’s Changing and Why It Matters

14 April 2025 - 11:30am

In March 2025, the Government unveiled plans to reform the welfare system in the Pathways to Work: Reforming Benefits and Support to Get Britain Working Green Paper. These proposals were further detailed in the Spring Statement on Wednesday 26 March.

A collage of three photos capturing moments from the students’ hike: a pond, a lake, a castle, and students walking in the distance.

Enriching outdoor experiences for students at Inscape House Vocational College

10 April 2025 - 10:30am

Every Monday, students enrolled in the Sports and Creative Media programs at Inscape House Vocational College engage in enriching weekly walks as part of their preparation for the Duke of Edinburgh Award and their Creative Media coursework.

A collage of students Erin and Amelia-Rose holding their certificates.

Inscape House School students shine at Portico Art of the Book Award

7 April 2025 - 11:30am

Erin Duffin, a lower school student, claimed the Gold Award for her stunning illustrations in the Best Artwork category. Meanwhile, Amelia-Rose Darbyshire, a middle school student, secured first place for the 'Funniest Story' with her clever playscript.

A collage of black and white cutouts depicting characters from Loop, Love on the Spectrum, Rain Man, Music and Atypical. Underneath text reads "Autism in Media"

Representation of autistic people in media

3 April 2025 - 3:00pm

More than one in 100 people are autistic in the UK (National Autistic Society). Characters in movies and TV shows have become more diverse. Sometimes, movies are upfront about characters that are autistic. Other times, it's more subtle, and people call those characters 'autistic-coded'.

A group photo of all the finalists holding their certificates with the judging panel.

Recognition of Inscape House School’s student distinction at the Pupil Library Assistant of the Year Awards

31 March 2025 - 8:00am

Eighteen-year-old Faye, one of our outstanding students at Inscape House School, had an exciting day this Tuesday at a special ceremony in London after being shortlisted for the Pupil Library Assistant of the Year Awards.

Showcase of art through special themes at Bridge College’s Spring Fest

27 March 2025 - 12:00pm

Today, students at Bridge College had the pleasure of welcoming their families and staff members to the college’s Spring Fest, a part of its enterprise program. The event featured over ten stalls demonstrating a diverse range of handmade items crafted by our talented enterprise students.

Spring forward: Managing the clock change

25 March 2025 - 11:30am

As the days grow longer and the flowers begin to bloom, springtime brings with it a familiar ritual: the clock change. The clocks in the UK ‘spring forward’ by one hour at 1am on the last Sunday in March.

Nathanial, Styliana and Sophie taking a selfie in front of the presentation screen at the event, smiling broadly.

Campaigning with Limited Resources: Sharing Insights and Building Networks at the VCFSE Meet Greet and Grow Conference

20 March 2025 - 12:45pm

On 11 March, we had the pleasure of attending the Meet, Greet and Grow conference hosted by Sector 3 for the Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector in Stockport.

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