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Showbiz glamour and skilled tap-dancing entertained asphaleia training’s summer study programme students on an August visit to the...

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

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

From the 4th of August, asphaleia training has been busy with students attending our summer study programme. The summer study programme is a 4-week programme for 16–18-year-olds wishing to continue their English and maths studies throughout the summer. It is ideal for those wanting help to prepare for their next steps into further education or work, or for those with English as a second language. activities in the community asphaleia is looking after a flowerbed as part of th

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

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

At asphaleia, we are proud to hold several respected accreditations that reflect our dedication to quality, people, ethical standards,...

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

Across 2025, we’re celebrating 25 years of asphaleia through many activities and through stories on our blog. This story features an...

Thursday 30th July marks World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Trafficking is a serious crime and a grave violation of human rights....

August is a big moment for many young people as they receive GCSE or other results from either secondary school or college. At asphaleia...

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...

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...

The Exceptional People in Care Awards are a chance to recognise the talents, achievements and skills of the young people in care,...

Setting expectations is key when it comes to the summer holidays. Planning activities can help you feel less overwhelmed day to day...

As we continue with our yearlong celebration, we are launching asphaleia celebration recipe book . Cooking and eating are activities...

If you're interested in becoming a foster care you may or may not have heard about the part of the process that involves your application...

The UK Government has created a new website for care leavers to enable them to access support and understand what is available to them...

Across two years, asphaleia training delivered Multiply, a UK Government funded programme that provided numeracy skills training to young...

In March of this year, the DfE published the most recent statistics regarding the number of NEET individuals aged 16-24. The latest...