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our supported accommodation services receive OFSTED registration
We are excited to share that earlier this year our supported accommodation services officially received registration from OFSTED. This...
Sep 8


celebrating progress and new starts in training
In our further education and training college we said farewell to some of our students who finished their summer study programme last...
Sep 4


UK government empowers 16 and 17 year olds with voting rights
In July 2025, the UK government amended its legislation to grant voting rights to 16 and 17-year-olds. This groundbreaking decision...
Sep 3


careers guidance for students this past year
As part of our further education training programmes at asphaleia training, students can access careers advice with a qualified Careers Advisor. Over the past year, our students and teaching staff have had access to careers advice from a specialist careers advisor employed by the Education Development Trust. Joanna is embedded in our team and on a weekly basis is located in the centre and is accessible for staff and students to drop in and chat to her. She also goes into cla
Aug 27


supervision training for supported accommodation coordinators
Earlier this year, asphaleia's HR Director delivered supervision training to our service coordinators, who lead our supported...
Aug 25


summer study programme students watch show at chichester festival theatre
Showbiz glamour and skilled tap-dancing entertained asphaleia training’s summer study programme students on an August visit to the...
Aug 20


outstanding rating for asphaleia fostering in recent ofsted inspection
We are thrilled to share some fantastic news! Following our recent OFSTED inspection in May, we are proud to announce that we have received an outstanding rating. This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our entire fostering team, as well as the support of our wider team of staff across the organisation. what being rated outstanding by ofsted means for our fostering agency An outstanding rating is the highest accolade that OFSTED can award, and i
Aug 20


international youth day
Every year on the 12th of August, the United Nations dedicates a day to spotlight the aspirations, challenges, and achievements of youth...
Aug 18


summer study programme activities from week 1
From the 4th of August, asphaleia training has been busy with students attending our summer study programme. The summer study programme...
Aug 11


development days for care staff
Recently, asphaleia care held development days for staff working across our West Sussex and Brighton services. The first was for...
Aug 11


25 years of asphaleia; 25 reasons to become a foster carer
This year we are celebrating asphaleia's 25th year of delivery. As part of our celebrations, we are sharing blog posts with the 25-year theme that may include stories, photos, quotes, and other content. Today, we are celebrating our foster carer role with 25 reasons to become a foster carer... Be part of delivering quality care with an Outstanding agency Find a deep sense of purpose  – know your time and energy are directly helping someone in need. Learn and grow  – fosterin
Aug 6


demonstrating our values; asphaleia's accreditations
At asphaleia, we are proud to hold several respected accreditations that reflect our dedication to quality, people, ethical standards,...
Aug 6


engaging session for ESOL students about recycling
Last month, a group of ESOL students participated in a session delivered by Sophie from West Sussex County Council about recycling. It...
Aug 4


25 years; working for asphaleia since the early days
Across 2025, we’re celebrating 25 years of asphaleia through many activities and through stories on our blog. This story features an...
Aug 1


child exploitation; world day against trafficking in persons 2025
Thursday 30th July marks World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Trafficking is a serious crime and a grave violation of human rights....
Jul 30


results fortnight for 16-18 year-olds
August is a big moment for many young people as they receive GCSE or other results from either secondary school or college. At asphaleia...
Jul 28


fostering; summer holiday entertaining on a budget
The summer holidays can be a magical time where lots of memories are made in fostering families. But it can be tricky to fill the time...
Jul 28


asphaleia retains matrix standard
On the 13-14th May, we welcomed our Matrix Assessor to meet and talk with some of our staff, students and young people and some of our...
Jul 23


young person celebrates epic award nomination
The Exceptional People in Care Awards are a chance to recognise the talents, achievements and skills of the young people in care,...
Jul 21


fostering; a plan for the summer holidays
Setting expectations is key when it comes to the summer holidays. Planning activities can help you feel less overwhelmed day to day...
Jul 14
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