A child starting school this year will be 18 in 2040 — what changes before then will shape the future they grow into, and our latest campaign is fighting to make it one of possibility rather than inequality.
Every child deserves a brilliant teacher
Right now, 1 in 3 children in the UK won't reach their full educational potential because of where they grow up.
At Teach First, we are united in the belief that no child’s educational success should be limited by their socio-economic background.
That's why we recruit and train outstanding people to teach in schools serving the most deprived communities — giving pupils the opportunities they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond, regardless of their postcode.
Be part of the movement changing education today.
Find the teaching route that's right for you.
Why it matters
These are the challenges teachers and pupils in the poorest areas face every day.
Over 2 million children
Grow up facing disadvantage in England.
1 in 3 children miss out
One in three pupils aren't reaching their potential due to inequality.
5x more teacher vacancies
Pupils in the poorest areas miss out on qualified teachers.
Twice as likely to fall behind
More pupils leave school without strong English and maths GCSEs.
Meet the teachers and leaders rewriting the future
Nothing beats making a difference in pupils’ lives.
Laetitia
RE trainee, West Midlands
They needed someone who believed in them.
I did.
Eijaz
Computer Science teacher, Luton
My form tutor was more than a teacher – they were a role model.
Tawheed
English teacher, Ilford
I was really excited for a new challenge, to help people in a different way.
Joe
Assistant Head, Manchester
You can rewrite the future
However you get involved, you can help put a stop to educational inequality.
