Confidence
Through
Opportunity
We give children on pupil premium the chance to access music and acting lessons at school – opening doors to confidence, belonging and growth.
Funding futures,
inspiring change...
About The White Feather Fund
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to discover their potential, regardless of their financial circumstances.
Individual
Lessons
Access to one-to-one lessons already available at school.
Targeted Support
Helping students on pupil premium access the arts.
School Partnership
Partnering with schools so every child can take part during the school day.
Our Mission
The White Feather Fund was founded on the belief the creative arts should not be a privilege reserved for those who can afford it. We work to break down financial barriers that prevent children from accessing such opportunities.
By partnering with schools and funding music and performance lessons during school hours, we ensure that socio-economic background doesn't determine a child's future. Every child deserves the chance to discover their passion, build confidence and develop skills that will benefit them for life.
School Partnership Program
Join us in creating opportunities for your students. Our partnership model is designed to seamlessly integrate with your school's existing program.
How It Works
01 Initial Assessment
We work with your school to identify students on pupil premium who would benefit from music and performance lessons.
02 Lesson Planning
Qualified teachers from within the school will work with the students to ensure their weekly one-to-one lessons work around their normal timetable and the school's facilities.
03 Ongoing Support
Regular progress reviews, opportunities to receive Ofqual qualifications (and UCAs points) ensuring student success.
Why This Program Matters
The creative arts isn't just about learning an instrument, or performing a piece – it's about creating pathways to opportunity, belonging and personal development.
Opportunity
The creative arts opens doors to careers, scholarships and creative expression that might otherwise remain closed to children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
persistent poverty
Source: ONS
children are in
1 in 5
students
Only
15% of
in state schools
receive music tuition
Source: The Independent
Belonging
The peripatetic arts creates a sense of community, builds friendships and helps students find their place within the school environment and beyond.
Development
The students development will be through life skills, including discipline, creativity, confidence and emotional intelligence that benefit all areas of life.
Source: LAMDA
Nearly
80%
said
performance exams
boosted
their
confidence, resilience & wellbeing
The Gap We're Filling
The Challenge
Many talented children from disadvantaged backgrounds never get the chance to explore music because of financial barriers. Peripatetic lessons can cost £23-£50 per session, making them inaccessible to families on low incomes. This creates a cycle where these opportunities are predominantly available to children from affluent families, limiting diversity within the creative industries.
Our Solution
By funding peripatetic lessons during the school hours for children on pupil premium, we remove both financial and logistical barriers. Students don't need to arrange transport or take time off school. This model ensures that musical talent can be nurtured regardless of family circumstances, creating a more equitable landscape for music education and artistic development.
Meet The Founder
“My inspiration comes from working with children who do not have access to performing arts tuition, due to financial barriers."
Rebecca Marangos
Rebecca Marangos is a qualified theatre director, dramaturg and acting coach with over 15 years’ experience. She has spent a decade working with secondary school students in state schools, where she became passionate about helping disadvantaged children access the arts.
One transformative experience involved a student at risk of “falling through the net.” Struggling academically, he initially showed interest in acting but quickly became discouraged. Rebecca introduced him to a poem, which he reimagined as a rap, unlocking a new sense of confidence, voice and belonging.
This moment, and many like it, inspired Rebecca to launch The White Feather Fund, to give every child the opportunity to discover their potential through performance.
Learn More and Get Involved
Whether you're a school looking to partner with us, a potential funder, or a teacher interested in our program, we'd love to hear from you.
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