About us

The Sutton Trust makes grants to projects that provide educational opportunities for able young people from non-privileged backgrounds. The projects range from early years (0-3 year olds), through primary and secondary schooling, to further and higher education, including research projects, with an emphasis on innovative start-up projects that have the scope to benefit large numbers in the future. The Trust does not fund individuals or capital projects.

The Sutton Trust was founded in 1997 by Sir Peter Lampl. It has a particular emphasis on recognising the needs and raising the aspirations of the academically able.

• access to university for under-represented groups, including summer schools, teacher weeks, and outreach
• the open access scheme at the Belvedere School, Liverpool
• specialist schools
• Independent State school Partnerships
• enriching early learning for the under-three age group, including the involvement of parents in stimulating their children's early development
• research and analysis surrounding these issues
• primary and secondary school projects

Most funding goes to educational institutions e.g. schools, FE colleges, universities. Applications from other groups that organise formal education projects or undertake educational research are also welcome. The Trust only funds projects that are based in the UK. Project funding is usually provided for a maximum of 2 years.

Trustees:
Sir Peter Lampl
Lady Karen Lampl
Glyn Morris

Advisory Board:
Sir Eric Anderson
Glenn Earle
Michael Oakley
Lisbet Rausing
George Walden CMG
Sir David Winkley
David Gregson

Download a pdf about the Sutton Trust here.

Charity Registration Number 1067197

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