City Year, Inc.

City Year, Inc. is a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping students succeed in school and in life. Founded in 1988, the organisation focuses on providing support to under-resourced schools across the United Kingdom. City Year recruits and trains young adults to serve as tutors and mentors, working directly with students to improve their academic performance and social skills.

The core mission of City Year is to bridge the gap between education and opportunity, ensuring that every child has access to the resources they need to thrive. Through its innovative programmes, City Year fosters a culture of service and civic engagement among its volunteers, who are known as “AmeriCorps members” in the US and “City Year Corps Members” in the UK.

City Year operates in various cities, partnering with local schools to implement tailored interventions that address the unique challenges faced by students. These interventions include one-on-one tutoring, after-school programmes, and community service projects that encourage teamwork and leadership skills.

In addition to academic support, City Year places a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning, helping students develop resilience, empathy, and self-confidence. The organisation believes that by investing in young people, they can create a positive ripple effect that benefits entire communities.

City Year also engages in advocacy efforts to raise awareness about the importance of educational equity and the need for systemic change in the education system. By collaborating with educators, policymakers, and community leaders, City Year aims to influence policies that support the holistic development of students.

With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, City Year strives to create a welcoming environment for all volunteers and students, recognising that diverse perspectives enrich the learning experience. The organisation’s vision is to build a future where every child has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background.

Through its impactful work, City Year continues to inspire a new generation of leaders who are dedicated to making a difference in their communities.