Success4Life

Manchester Metropolitan University is thrilled to announce the commencement of its annual, highly commended, programme, Success4Life. This project is open to all looked-after and care-experienced young people in Years 8 and 9 across Greater Manchester.

We’re now open for nominations for learners from your school to take part.

About the project

This project is for looked-after children in Years 8 and 9, focusing on their futures and available opportunities. Delivered by the Manchester Metropolitan University Widening Participation team and student ambassadors, Success4Life is a 7-week programme emphasising self-development, strengths, skills, confidence, and aspirations.

Through group work and team-building activities, it aims to motivate and inspire young people, raising awareness of Higher Education and post-16 options.

The project includes lots of fun and engaging activities, featuring positive role models, some of whom are care-experienced university students. The project concludes with a Graduation ceremony on Thursday 19 June, where learners’ carers and supporters are all welcome.

We hope that the project will be a memorable and worthwhile experience for the young people. For more information about our Sucess4Life project, see pages 7 & 8 of our annual impact report.

Food and refreshments will be provided at every session for participants.

Where and when? 

Sessions are held weekly at Manchester Metropolitan University Campus (further details will be provided)

Dates: Every Thursday between 8 May – 19 June, 2025

Timings: 15:45 – 17:30

During half term (29 May), there will be a day session, from 10:00 – 14:00.

Transport: From experience we’ve found that this project works best when transport for the young person is arranged by carers or the school.

Forms to complete

Teachers: please complete the nomination form for the pupils you wish to nominate for this project. We’ll then reach out to you with additional information for the learners.

Parents/carers: please complete the consent form by 28 April, 2025.

Note: All information will be kept confidential and used solely by the Success4Life team to ensure the young people benefit fully from the project.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at schoolsoutreach@mmu.ac.uk