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Inspiring the future of
students and our schools.
Every year, the parents of pupils leaving Bilton Grange and Rugby School reflect on the lifelong impact and exceptional opportunities their children have enjoyed. Many feel strongly about extending these opportunities to other children who could benefit greatly from a boarding education, but whose families might not otherwise afford it.
Last year's Leavers’ Gift Campaign was a tremendous success, raising nearly £100,000 for the Arnold Foundation and Earle Fund. These contributions made it possible to fund a full sixth-form place for an Arnold Foundation student.
Building on this momentum, we have now established the Class of 2025 Gift Fund. We are delighted to welcome gifts of any amount, with an ambitious goal to raise another £100,000 from the Class of 2025.
In a time when many families face considerable stresses and difficult choices, we extend heartfelt thanks to all members of our community who give their time, resources, and support to secure the future of the Earle Fund and Arnold Foundation.
Grant Cumming
"The level of academic support was impressive, especially as teachers were on hand during evenings and at weekends and were always ready to help. I knew early on that chemistry was my subject, closely followed by computing. The Rugby labs were amazing both in terms of space and equipment. I went to Edinburgh University to read Chemistry and stayed on to do a five-year Masters, which included a four-week exchange programme with Tianjin University in China. What I learned as an Arnold Foundation student at Rugby was to seize opportunities. There were so many on offer."
Tshanda
"Even if you are confident about the school, as a parent you feel you are handing over your child. The Arnold Foundation and Rugby have always made me feel that my place in my child’s life is respected; they have supported us from the start, and I am grateful, too, for their standards of privacy and confidentiality in all our dealings."
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Mark Tovey
Assistant Head of Boarding, Bilton Grange
"A boarding school is strange environment for any new pupil, sometimes overwhelming, but our Earle Fund students have adjusted quickly, gaining confidence, making friends, and being up for all the opportunities and activities we offer. It’s wonderful to see they thrive here at Bilton Grange."
Francesca Oroma Odongkara
“I was born in Uganda and came to the UK when I was seven and I was one of the first students on the Arnold Foundation programme via IntoUniversity. My family were asylum seekers but had the benefits of family already here. Rugby taught me to be fearless, go against the grain, work hard, push yourself, and expand your outlook. There is nothing to lose. You’ll always learn along the way.”
Grant Cumming
"The level of academic support was impressive, especially as teachers were on hand during evenings and at weekends and were always ready to help. I knew early on that chemistry was my subject, closely followed by computing. The Rugby labs were amazing both in terms of space and equipment. I went to Edinburgh University to read Chemistry and stayed on to do a five-year Masters, which included a four-week exchange programme with Tianjin University in China. What I learned as an Arnold Foundation student at Rugby was to seize opportunities. There were so many on offer."
Tshanda
"Even if you are confident about the school, as a parent you feel you are handing over your child. The Arnold Foundation and Rugby have always made me feel that my place in my child’s life is respected; they have supported us from the start, and I am grateful, too, for their standards of privacy and confidentiality in all our dealings."
Read more ➜
Mark Tovey
Assistant Head of Boarding, Bilton Grange
"A boarding school is strange environment for any new pupil, sometimes overwhelming, but our Earle Fund students have adjusted quickly, gaining confidence, making friends, and being up for all the opportunities and activities we offer. It’s wonderful to see they thrive here at Bilton Grange."
Francesca Oroma Odongkara
“I was born in Uganda and came to the UK when I was seven and I was one of the first students on the Arnold Foundation programme via IntoUniversity. My family were asylum seekers but had the benefits of family already here. Rugby taught me to be fearless, go against the grain, work hard, push yourself, and expand your outlook. There is nothing to lose. You’ll always learn along the way.”
