Dylan’s persistence is paying off

Ten-year-old Dylan loves being part of Learning Club.

He’s been participating in our crucial after-school learning and mentoring program at his primary school since 2020.

At Learning Club, volunteer tutors help Dylan correct his spelling and writing mistakes, and further develop his maths skills. By helping build the literacy and numeracy skills he needs to keep up in class, Dylan’s confidence and love of school has soared.

“He’s worked so hard, so it’s wonderful to see his persistence finally pay off,” says Amy.

The most exciting thing Amy has noticed is the great love of maths Dylan has developed at Learning Club. Dylan is now talking about turning his passion for maths into a career as a banker one day.

Dylan's dream of building a career based on his favourite subject is one many young people share. But when we face financial difficulties, it makes it harder for us to support our children’s education. And when disadvantage puts barriers in Dylan's way of achieving success at school - pursing his goals and reaching his full potential becomes harder.

This is why we're so grateful that supporters like you can help Dylan’s mum, Amy, give him the extra learning support he needs to catch up and keep up at school.

As well as receiving homework help and one-on-one support, students can also take part in play-based learning. Through these games students can build new friendships and uncover new passions. Like Dylan, who also discovered a love of chess at Learning Club.

“I like to play chess with my friend Bobby,” says Dylan. “Most people think chess is boring but it’s fun when you know how to play it. And I’m really good at it!”

When Amy told us, “Learning Club has been a great help to Dylan and me”, we are reminded just how vital your ongoing support is. Thank you for being continually willing to help children discover that anything is possible if they are given the chance to explore their potential.