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The new school year is firmly underway and we kick

The new school year is firmly underway and we kicked off the Haberdashers' Advantage: Working Together programme with the annual Governors' Symposium last week.

The conference, held at 10 Union Street, facilitated a fantastic day of cross-collaboration and shared ethos. Very strong feedback was received after the event from attendees, supported by a high response rate to the follow-up survey. Participants described the event as informative, engaging, and thought-provoking, while also valuing the warm and professional atmosphere. Many emphasised the event challenged thinking and encouraged reflection. We were particularly pleased to receive a 4.59 out of 5 rating for the question: "I see potential for future collaborative projects across the Haberdasher family of schools."

We were also delighted to have a record number of Governors in attendance: 68 of a total of 170

Thank you to all those who presented and took part in the day.

#OnceAHaberdasherAlwaysAHaberdasher #Haberdashers #Education

This year we are marking #BlackHistoryMonth by cel

This year we are marking #BlackHistoryMonth by celebrating the work of Haberdasher members, students and alumni from each of our four school groups: Haberdashers' Elstree Schools, Haberdashers' West Midlands Academies Trust, Haberdashers' Monmouth School and Haberdashers' Academies Trust South.

Our first spotlight is @tapestry_of_black_britons Paula Hector, @hhcsixthform alumna, from South London. Paula is an artist and historian who has woven together these two areas of expertise to create the Tapestry of Black Britons.

The Haberdashers Company was one of the projects first funders and Paula has been busy leading art creation workshops at Haberdashers’ schools including: Habs Hatcham College, @habscrayfordsixthformcommunity and @habsborough180 , involving the students in bringing history to life.

The tapestry is both literal and metaphorical—celebrating the interconnectedness of British history and asserting that it is incomplete without recognising the deep and enduring contributions of people of African descent. What is more, this living artwork is also a fantastic example of the Company's ancient trade, Haberdashery, and will continue to grow with embroidery, kente, and mixed media embellishments.

#BlackHistoryMonth2025 @habstrustsouth

Go Team Habs! Last Saturday, in rain and shine, 11

Go Team Habs! Last Saturday, in rain and shine, 11 brave Haberdashers, from Apprentices to Assistants, ran, climbed and crawled through 5km of mud and several extreme obstacles (including a rather nasty electrocution right at the end!) for the Master's Challenge 2025 - Tough Mudder.

We're so proud of you for completing the challenge and raising much needed funds for the Haberdashers Foundation!

WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1NTk9vDcfQ
Credit: Christian Cole

DONATE: www.justgiving.com/page/masters-challenge-2025

"My aspiration to become a palaeontologist has tak

"My aspiration to become a palaeontologist has taken a significant step forward, thanks to substantial support from the Thomas Arno fund and the Haberdashers' Company." - Elias, @habsadamsgs

A Haberdashers' Adams student with ambitions to uncover the past, has taken his learning beyond the classroom and attended a fossil preparation programme at Fort Hays State University’s Sternberg Museum of Natural History in Kansas, USA.

We all know that there are limits to what can be learned from textbooks alone. Work in the field enables deeper understanding of specialist tools and the ability to absorb expert guidance first hand.

Elias also benefitted from connecting with a group of fellow aspiring palaeontologists, as well as receiving guidance from senior palaeontologists and geologists. He credits the experience with gaining an insight into university life, potential study paths, and what a career in this field might involve after graduation.

All examples of the Haberdashers' Advantage in action.

"I would advise anyone in my position with an ambition to pursue a different path in the sciences to seek out practical experience in their chosen discipline alongside experts. That is precisely what the funding from the Haberdashers’ Company made possible for me, and I am sincerely grateful for this significant opportunity."

Read more: www.haberdashers.co.uk/blog/thomas-arno-palaeontologist/

The Haberdashers' Company has a rich history of su

The Haberdashers' Company has a rich history of supporting organisations embedded in their local communities, working to bring about positive change for those they support.

By supporting the communities that surround Haberdasher schools and churches, the Company’s grant-making is fundamental in fulfilling its Purpose to “empower young people from every background to fulfil their potential through our schools and by supporting their communities.”

Founded in 2013, Tutors United is an award-winning national charity that uses the power of tutoring to support young people’s attainment, confidence, and skills.

This was the charities first year introducing their Tutoring Young Residents programme into South East London - a key geographical focus area of the Company, and where our Haberdashers' Academies Trust South reside. The charity has launched programmes in Bellingham and Downham, supporting 25 families in total.

"It has been incredible to see the impact we have had in Lewisham this year and the power of collaboration. With the support from the Haberdashers’, Leathersellers’, and Merchant Taylors’ livery companies, we have deepened our work and expanded to Bellingham and Downham.

Working with new centres and libraries this year has further embedded us into the community and we are so proud of what the programme has achieved!" - Olivia Massueme, Head of Region, Tutor's United

This month, a valiant team of 12 Haberdashers is t

This month, a valiant team of 12 Haberdashers is taking part in a brutal, muddy and slightly crazy Tough Mudder - raising funds for the Haberdashers' Foundation as they drag themselves around the course!

Please sponsor Team Habs as they take part in an intense 5km obstacle course designed to test their physical strength, mental prowess, and teamwork.

"Not all superheroes wear cloaks! As a former Haberdashers' Hatcham College pupil and current employee of the South London Mission - a partner charity of the Company, I understand how important the generation and distribution of funds is, so please dig deep into your pockets to support our fearless team taking part in the Tough Mudder 'Master's Challenge 2025' later this month!" - Winnie Baffoe

DONATE: justgiving.com/page/masters-challenge-2025

Your donations will make a huge difference to the philanthropic work of the Company as we continue to empower young people from every background to fulfil their potential. Thank you for your great generosity.

#ToughMudder #Habs #Fundraiser

James' story: getting back on track with his caree

James' story: getting back on track with his career goals 👏

At 19, James from Lewisham, South East London, was struggling to find an apprenticeship after college - until he joined our long term charity partner, Construction Youth Trust's (CYT) 'Building Opportunities' programme. With support from his coach, he built confidence, earned his CSCS card and Health and Safety qualification, and developed a strong CV and interview skills.

A plumbing work placement gave him the hands-on experience he needed and confirmed his career path. Just a few months later, James landed a Level 3 plumbing apprenticeship with Joe Brennan Training - and he’s now thriving in the role.

The Haberdashers' Company was involved in supporting 'Building Opportunities' in Lewisham, enabling CYT to continue supporting young people like James kickstart their careers.

Read James' full story here: http://bit.ly/3J4ErO0

#BuildingOpportunities
#CareersinConstruction

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