From the Head
It is my pleasure to introduce this impact report for the 2024-25 school year. It showcases the remarkable generosity that sustains and strengthens our community. In the pages that follow, you will see how your contributions have enabled us to expand opportunities and nurture the vibrant, inclusive environment that defines us
This report is an overview of the many ways our community’s generosity supports every corner of the Foundation. The philanthropic gifts and volunteer hours contributed by Old Savilians, Old Girls, parents, staff and friends have done far more than support programs and facilities, they have enriched the daily experience of each student. In this report, we offer a window into the impact of your generosity, highlighting the sense of purpose and connection that grows when a community chooses to invest in its young people
Thank you to everyone who continues to engage with the Foundation, whether that is through attending our events, volunteering your time to support our students or making a philanthropic gift to support the school.
Your ongoing support helps every student thrive
Dr Richard Brookes Executive Head
Your Support
We received £192,305 in total donations and pledges, of which £6,747 was given in memory or as gifts in Wills
27
Members of our community have let us know that they have remembered the Foundation in their Will.
13
Parents donated their deposit to help support future pupils.
‘The rest of a child's life heavily depends on choosing and being at the right school at the right time in their lives It allows these children to have enriching experiences in a school that they are happy to be at on a Monday morning, and a quality education that makes sure they grow up to be hardworking and respectful people ’
Year 13 bursary recipient
Across the Foundation
1 in 8 pupils
received bursary support, with nearly 50% of these receiving support of 70% of their fees or above.
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Members of the class of 2025 completed their time at WGSF having received bursary support.
‘The bursary gave me and my whole family the first instance of what this type of education can do for an individual… I was exposed to a trajectory in life that without it I would never have had an opportunity to receive ’
Charlie Rushfirth (OS 2017), bursary recipient
The Gift of Time
102 members of our community volunteered over 182.5 hours of support for our students across the schools in the Foundation
79 of these volunteered their time to support our careers talks and programmes, helping to inspire young people.
23 acted as mentors to our Year 12 students, helping 46 pupils to prepare for their next steps beyond school.
9 supported our aspiring Oxbridge, Medicine and Dentistry students with interview practice, delivering 23 sessions, supporting them in their next exciting phase.
“I am immensely grateful for the support I received from both teachers as well as existing and former students of the school during my time at WGHS, and I delighted to be able to give a little back to current students by helping with the Alumni mentoring programme”
Charlotte Wheeler (OG 2001)
Thank you
WGSF is grateful for the generosity of all individuals who have supported the Foundation by donating their time to support our pupils, making a philanthropic gift or pledging a legacy gift Our thanks also go to those who have requested to remain anonymous
Ways to Give
Make a Donation
Regular and one off donations to support the WGSF Bursary Fund provide talented students with the opportunity to receive an outstanding education, regardless of financial circumstances.
Leave a Legacy
Remembering WGSF in your Will is one of the most personal ways you can support our work. Any gift, large or small, will make a real difference to the lives of young people.
Volunteer your Time
Support our students by giving back your time to help them learn from your experiences
Find out more about how you can support us by visiting www wgsf org uk/make-a-gift/
‘Throughout its history, Wakefield Grammar School Foundation has had a tradition of supporting pupils of limited means to attend our schools. As a bursary recipient myself, I know just how important that tradition has been, and how important it is that we continue to offer that kind of support going forwards ’
Dr Richard Brookes Executive Head
Contact us:
The Development Office
Wakefield Grammar School Foundation
154 Northgate, Wakefield, WF1 3QX
T: 01924 373 943
E: developmentoffice@wgsf net
