100 Years of Empowering Young People to Succeed

    Brilliant Futures
    A blue and white triangle on a white background.
    Two blue surfboards are sitting next to each other on a white background.

    Villiers Park is a national social mobility charity.

    We deliver evidence-informed programmes that develop personal and employability skills and raise academic outcomes for young people aged 11-19 from under-represented backgrounds.


    We believe every young person should have an equal opportunity to excel at school, at university and in their careers. Our unique and tailored programmes increase aspirations for learning and motivation, develop academic, employability and personal skills and raise attainment.

    Our Focus

    A black and white icon of a hand holding a light bulb.

    Consistent long-term support

    Helps young people to gain clarity on their aspirations.

    A black and white dart board with an arrow in the center.

    Targeted skills-based support

    Collaborative social action projects and subject-specific courses allow students to discover passions and potential.

    A hand is pointing at three circles with numbers on them.

    Expanding Horizons

    University and career insights help young people to explore a world of possibilities.

    A stick figure is standing on top of a mountain holding a flag.

    Empowerment

    Future Leaders build new connections and grow their networks.

    My favourite part of the programme is the coaching and mentoring. I’m grateful that I have someone dedicated to helping me succeed in the future.

    Will

    A young man wearing glasses is holding a certificate that says ' villiers park future leaders programme ' on it

    Villiers Park has given me the confidence to be myself and the support to follow my dreams.

    Robin

    I'm so grateful to Villiers Park for giving me this opportunity because I feel like I've gained so much knowledge.

    Abigail

    I didn't know things like this existed. It's made me consider working for a place like this even though I'm not a business person at all.

    Future Leader after Sopra Steria Insight Day

    My favourite part of the programme is the coaching and mentoring. I’m grateful that I have someone dedicated to helping me succeed in the future.

    Will

    Villiers Park has given me the confidence to be myself and the support to follow my dreams.

    Robin

    Our Supporters

    The sopra steria logo is black and red on a white background.
    A purple and white logo for aveva on a white background.
    A yellow am logo on a white background
    The roku logo is purple and white on a white background.
    The mathworks logo is on a white background.
    A yellow am logo on a white background
    A purple and white logo for aveva on a white background.
    The roku logo is purple and white on a white background.
    The mathworks logo is on a white background.

    Latest News

    Staff Spotlight: Jenny Parr

    By Bronagh Sumner • December 22, 2025
    Jenny joined our team 15 years ago and has worked in various roles from Progression Coach to Programmes Manager and now Strategic Projects Manager. Jenny is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of others and supporting young people to reach their fullest potential.

    Advice from our community

    By Bronagh Sumner • December 17, 2025
    We have recently been sharing the wonderful stories of those who have been a part of Villiers Park over the years.
    Offshore wind turbines with a construction platform in the ocean under a clear blue sky.

    Alumni Spotlight: Lewis

    By Bronagh Sumner • December 12, 2025
    " [Villiers Park] offered me the tools that helped me settle into university life quicker, something that many young students lack and struggle with throughout their time at uni. "
    Exterior view of a large, ornate building with a clock tower and a green lawn in front.

    Opening Doors: How Villiers Park and Trinity College, Cambridge Are Tackling Barriers to Higher Education

    By Bronagh Sumner • December 11, 2025
    Villiers Park is delighted to continue its collaboration with Trinity College Cambridge, a partnership which supports hundreds of young people from under-represented backgrounds every year, breaking down barriers into higher education.

    Alumni Spotlight: Sam

    By Bronagh Sumner • December 8, 2025
    " I remember most the residentials, with the opportunity to experience stretching and enriching lectures, activities and tasks in a friendly and warmly academic environment. "

    Alumni Spotlight: Joanna

    By Bronagh Sumner • November 26, 2025
    "It’s incredible to come full circle. Villiers Park supported me when I needed it most, and now I have the privilege of helping to make those same opportunities available to others.”
    News
    A colorful star made of triangles on a white background.

    Stay in touch, join our mailing list 

    We'd like to stay in touch with you to share: Our latest news, stories from our students, more about our work, how your support is making a difference and ways you can support or fundraise for us, if you'd like to. 

    Mailing list sign up form

    A blue and white triangle on a white background.