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Applying for university or college to start your studies in 2026? Your personal statement is a chance to get noticed for the unique talents and experiences you have.…

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Fancy learning about a new culture or sharpening your language skills? An integrated year abroad as part of a higher education qualification could be a sensible way of…

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We had an amazing time at the final Children’s University graduation of 2025! Over 90 lovely graduates joined us to celebrate their achievements 💛🎓. A huge thank you…

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Not quite ready to dive straight into Uni? 🤔 A foundation year could be the perfect first step into higher education. Designed to support your transition to university,…

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Are you attending a university open day soon? 🎓 From class sizes to careers support here's our recent graduate Alex's top tips for attending a university open day.…

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We've got our first Hepp twilight sessions of the year coming up next week on 11th and 13th November!🌙 💻 If you support students with a disability, join…

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Fancy getting a degree and gaining valuable experience in your chosen industry - all while getting paid? 💲 With over 170 available in a variety of subjects, a…

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Have you ever heard of a sandwich year? 🥪 Sandwich years can be a great way of broadening your skillset during university, often whilst getting paid as part…

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HeppSY's new EAs had a great time supporting the first children’s university graduation of the year🎓👩‍🎓 Over 90 amazing CU graduates celebrated their achievements with friends and family-…

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Starting university? 🎓 From Crocs to Command strips here's our recent graduate Alex's forgotten essentials list for those packing for higher education. 🧳 1. Flip-flops, Crocs & slippers:…

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The final episode of this series of Hepp Steps has dropped! 🎙️ In this episode we talk to Archie, one of our amazing student ambassadors, about his life…

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📣 We're Hiring 📣 Do you want to make a difference to young people's futures? Have you seen the value of higher education and now want to promote…

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🎧 New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎧 Join us on the latest episode of HEPP Steps, 'The one where Pascha talks about being LGBTQ+ and University life'! We're so…

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Congratulations to all learners receiving their GCSE results today! All of us at Hepp and HeppSY wish you the best of luck with your results and next steps.

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Wondering how you can balance your personal life and university studies? In the latest episode of Hepp Steps 'The One Where We Talk About Study-Life Balance' our recent…

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Congratulations to everyone receiving their results today from all of us at Hepp & HeppSY! Take a moment to celebrate all of your hard work! 🥳 If it…

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Making friends at higher education can seem intimidating, but don't let that put you off! In the second episode of Hepp Steps, Yaz, Kaydian and Tanya talk about…

16 weeks ago

Guess what? The wait is over! 🎉 Your new favourite podcast, Hepp Steps, has officially launched its very first episode! Hepp Steps is your go-to podcast for fun,…

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🚨 Exciting new project alert 🚨 Have you or your learners ever wondered what life at Higher Education is like? Well wonder no more as the first episode…

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This has been the final week of activities for Hepp and HeppSY before schools break up for the summer holidays! 🌞 The week started with our last HeppSY…

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Contact the team

Below you can find the details for your School and College Programme Manager. To see the full team please click here or click here for general enquiries.

Jamie Taylor

Jamie Taylor

Engagement Manager (attainment raising)

Jo Slater

Jo Slater

Engagement Manager (targeted outreach)

Charlotte Rodbourne

Charlotte Rodbourne

Engagement Manager (targeted outreach)

Katy Raynor

Katy Raynor

Engagement Manager (strategic outreach)

Publications

Please visit the Publications page to view our latest case studies, reports and publications.

Shifting Grades Through CollaborationShifting Grades Through Collaboration

Shifting Grades Through Collaboration

Annual Report 2022-2023Annual Report 2022-2023

Annual Report 2022-2023

Using HeppSY Funding to Raise Awareness of Higher Education: Trinity Academy DoncasterUsing HeppSY Funding to Raise Awareness of Higher Education: Trinity Academy Doncaster

Using HeppSY Funding to Raise Awareness of Higher Education: Trinity Academy Doncaster

Raising the Level for EAL LearnersRaising the Level for EAL Learners

Raising the Level for EAL Learners

DitchTheDoubt: Boosting Confidence and Self Belief to Help Students Into Higher EducationDitchTheDoubt: Boosting Confidence and Self Belief to Help Students Into Higher Education

DitchTheDoubt: Boosting Confidence and Self Belief to Help Students Into Higher Education

The Brilliant Club: Programme and Impact Report for HeppSY 2022-2023The Brilliant Club: Programme and Impact Report for HeppSY 2022-2023

The Brilliant Club: Programme and Impact Report for HeppSY 2022-2023

Ditch the Doubt Showcase 2023

SHE Can Showcase

SHE Can Showcase

Ditch the Doubt Montage

HE Can Year 1

HE Can Year 1

Celebrating HeppSY’s Impact on Students: Pre- and Post-16 Student ConferencesCelebrating HeppSY’s Impact on Students: Pre- and Post-16 Student Conferences

Celebrating HeppSY’s Impact on Students: Pre- and Post-16 Student Conferences

STAMMA: Talking with students and colleagues who stammer