INEOS Team UK helps to close the gap

INEOS Team UK has donated £10,000 from its International Community Fund to support disadvantaged pupils at Ark Charter Academy.

The grant will be used to provide students in Year 10 with IT devices that enable them to access educational support ahead of their GCSEs. It will also be used to provide additional access to mental health and well being support.

INEOS Team UK have donated £10,000 to support disadvantaged children at Ark Charter Academy.

placeholder image — INEOS Team UK have donated £10,000 to support disadvantaged children at Ark Charter Academy.

Principal, Emily Morey, said: ‘We are delighted to receive this grant. It will enable us to support vulnerable and deprived students, ensuring our curriculum is inclusive and equitable.’

Ben Cartledge from the 1851 Trust, the official charity of the INEOS team, commented: ‘We are committed to do what we can to help close the gap for pupils everywhere.’

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