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Welcome to the new Alton College Foundation website.The Alton College Foundation is a registered charity established in the Millennium Year by three Alton College Governors. The Foundation initially supported Alton College by providing equipment and facilities that could not be provided from government sources.As a state-funded entity, Alton College is not in a position to provide funds that reward, support and encourage excellence. Alton College is however an excellent educational establishment, a Beacon College judged by OFSTED to be Outstanding two years running.Now, with the aid of our supporters, we are helping students through our Scholarship scheme and the newly launched Development Fund, to further develop their talents and enrich their lives. The students and their families continue to tell us what a real difference this is making to their lives and how this has helped them as they progress to University or into the workplace.Our Sponsors include companies, local associations, trusts and individuals. Each of these is intent on helping our youth succeed in life and shares our view that we are investing in the future of our community.If you would like to become a Sponsor or find out more about the Foundation then please read on. Nicholas BranchChairmanThe Alton College Foundation

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Did you know that as a student at Alton College the Foundation has funds available to help you? Over the past two years we have provided over £12000 to help students through our Development Fund. To find out moreclick here

Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded by the Foundation each year following an application and selection process. The awards range from £250 to £1200, paid in two instalments and covering a wide range of subjects chosen each year by the Foundation and the Sponsors. The Scholars are free to use the awards as they wish, but most use it to purchase equipment and books, or to pay for additional studies or field trips.The Scholars report regularly on their progress and meet Sponsors throughout their time at the College.

Scholarship Application_2011.docx

To apply and see the T&Cs download this file

ACF SCHOLARS.pdf

See list of our Scholars

1st years - 2011-1.pdf

See Scholars Reports - 1st Years 2010/11

2nd years - 2011.pdf

See Scholars Reports - 2nd Years 2010/11

Development Fund

The Development Fund has been established to improve the quality of life and achievements of students and staff at Alton College. It will do this by providing Grants to students (or groups of students) and by supporting projects aimed at developing the college infrastructure and the well being of staff.Student GrantGrants are awarded to full-time students, aged 16-19, studying at Alton College. The grant scheme awards individual students or groups of students upto £500 to be used for specific activities such as additional tuition, field trips or items of equipment associated with their studies. College InfrastructureThe development fund will support specific projects that help develop and maintain the excellent quality of the infrastructure at the college. This typically will be for work that the college cannot fund itself e.g. specific items of equipmentStaff DevelopmentThe development fund will, in consultation with the college, provide funding specifically aimed at the development and well being of staff at the college. The Foundation believes that the college staff play a pivotal role in the development of the lives of the students and that in these difficult financial conditions need our support and encouragement.
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Development Fund Grant Application_April2011.pdf

To see the T&Cs and apply download this file

FUND UPDATE _JAN2012.pdf

Fund Update - January 2012

Alumni

Now in its ninth year the Scholarship Programme has seen over 200 students awarded Scholarships. Most of these have now moved onto university and into the workplace. Some have kept in touch, but to date this has been very informal. We would like to see this change.

Through these pages we are starting the ball rolling by providing information on what the Scholarship Alumni have been doing since they left Alton Follege. We will build this further as more people get in touch.

Some recent feedback is shown below.

Amy Tapuska (ADFAS Art Foundation Scholar, 2008-10) ‘I am going to New Zealand to travel and work for eight months, followed by Australia and Fiji. In September I will start a teaching degree to be a primary school teacher. My Scholarship has helped to fund my Art Foundation year, which was very expensive material-wise. It has helped me to refine my decisions. My primary school teaching career will allow me to incorporate my art into my teaching methods and lesson plans. The Scholarship is a wonderful idea, as it encourages you and makes you feel that you have excelled in your subject and your hard work has been recognised. Thank you!’

Melissa Gowers (Rotary Club of Alton Scholar, History, 2008-10) ‘Since leaving Alton in 2010 I have started a three year history degree at the University of Southampton. Going to university will broaden my future prospects whilst being a very enjoyable experience. Currently I am considering doing a PGCE after my degree to become a teacher, although I am also developing an interest in the financial sector. Thank you to the Rotary Club of Alton who have had a great impact on my two important years at Alton College.’

Conor Chaplin (Dischma Trust Scholar in Music, 2008-10) ‘I am currently studying at Trinity College of Music, London (BMus Jazz Double Bass), which is a four year course. I plan to be a freelance/portfolio musician. My Scholarship enabled me to travel to London for rehearsals and other performance opportunities. It also helped considerably with costs such as strings, reeds and maintenance.’

Georgina Head (GCA Scholar in Science, 2008-10) ‘I am going on a gap year project to Kenya, working with lions and elephants. My Scholarship definitely helped me – I was offered a place at four of my five university choices and am going to Southampton in October to read Biology. I am very grateful to the Foundation who supported me despite a hiccup in my studies at the end of my first year! The Scholarship added to my confidence and confirmed my choice of the subject I wished to pursue.’

Funding

Like all charities we rely on the generosity of donations made by individuals and organisations to be able to function. Since its creation in 1999, the Alton College Foundation has raised nearly £300,000 and put it to good use.We continue to seek further Sponsors so that we can continue to develop the work that we do. Our existing Sponsors come from a wide range of backgrounds, mostly from the local community. Some Sponsors specify particular subjects for their Scholarship awards, others are happy for the Foundation to make this decision. We actively encourage contact between Sponsors and Scholars – this starts at the Awards Ceremony, is ongoing during the Scholar’s time at Alton College, and often continues beyond college.Donations to the Development Fund are very welcome, especially in today’s difficult economic times. Although money donated will not be allocated to a specific student you can rest assured that the Foundation will ensure that it is put to good use.We welcome donations both large and small. For individuals, the Gift Aid* Scheme boosts the amount donated (currently this means that the government pays us 25p for every £1 donated).All Sponsors are recognised here on our website and are invited to Foundation events. They also receive regular updates via our e-newsletter.If you would like to discuss becoming a Sponsor then please call us today.
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Sponsors and Founder Members.pdf

Feedback

We always feel encouraged by the feedback we get from past Scholars and students in receipt of Bursaries. Here are just a few examples.Scholars‘‘I think that [my Scholarship] has really given me a lot of confidence in myself and my subjects.’ Leanne Brown, Nicholas Branch Scholar (International Baccalaureate) 2009-11‘The Scholarship really boosted my confidence and encouraged me to apply [to Oxbridge], which I think was the best of many benefits.’ Katie Roe, Craven Brothers Scholar (Engineering) 2008-10‘Development Grant Recipient‘After falling just short of being eligible for EMA (Educational Maintenance Allowance) and living in the middle of nowhere, getting to college was always going to be an expensive issue for my family. The award has paid for me to be insured to drive the family car. I would like to thank the Alton College Foundation for allowing me to become more independent, without having to compromise my studies.’- Second Year Student of English, French and Sociology.‘
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About Us

The Alton College Foundation, an independent registered charity, was set up in Millennium year to help the College provide facilities and equipment that could not otherwise be provided from government funds.Since creation we have raised nearly £300,000 which has bought equipment for the college, created a quiet garden for students, awarded Scholarships to 170 students and provided bursaries and grants of over £12,000 since 2010.Despite government proclamations to the contrary, funding remains desperately tight so that even modest gifts are extremely welcome.The Alton College Foundation seeks support from ex-students, friends, alumni and local companies, as well as from grant-making bodies and other institutions which support educational excellence in the context of community life. The Foundation is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee. It is governed by a Board of Directors that includes experienced local businessmen, and is advised by its auditors and solicitors who have considerable knowledge of the further education sector.DirectorsNicky Branch - ChairmanTrevor Heley - Managing DirectorMerry Frankel - DirectorMike Baker - DirectorSara Nicholls - AdministratorRegistered charity number 1079285Registered in England number 3899899
How to Donate

How to Donate

All gifts and donations to the Foundation are most welcome. Other than becoming a sponsor for the Scholarship scheme we are in particular interested in obtaining funding for our overall activity which we can assure you is carefully managed and put to good use. Also if you are making a donation as an individual we benefit from the Gift Aid Scheme which currently sees the government add an additional 25% to your donation. Although this scheme is always under threat this adds vital funding, especially at a time when bank interest is so low.There are a number of ways we can receive donations.You can make a direct payment to the Foundation (make cheques payable to the Alton College Foundation)You can make a regular donation via direct debit (contact for details)You can make a donation online.
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Contact us

The Alton College FoundationOld Odiham RoadAlton GU34 2LYTelephone: 01420 592208Fax: 01420 592209

Email: admin_altoncollegefoundation.org.uk

Awards Ceremony 2011

SCHOLARSHIPS AWARD CEREMONY

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