Newbury Racecourse Welcomes A New Generation As Schools’ Celebration Raceday Breaks Records

Newbury Racecourse is using its brand-new Schools’ Celebration Raceday to introduce a new generation to racing – and the early figures suggest it is working. The inaugural event, held on Wednesday 26 August, drew the highest number of under-18s…

Newmarket Academy’s new Headteacher, Claire Preston shares what inspired her to pursue a career in teaching and the role the Newmarket Academy Godolphin Beacon Project (NAGBP) plays in broadening students’ horizons.

Education has always been about making a positive difference in young people's lives. Teaching offers a unique opportunity to influence not only academic outcomes but also character, aspirations and life chances. The privilege of helping young…

Racing to School’s Summer Newsletter

As the school year draws to a close, the charity is proud to reflect on another busy and successful term. In the last six months, the Racing to School team has delivered 295 educational events at racecourses, studs and other key horseracing…

Celebrating a decade of the Newmarket Academy Godolphin Beacon Project

Racing to School marked 10 years of the Newmarket Academy Godolphin Beacon Project last week, with a showcase event celebrating the achievements of the young people, community partners, and industry supporters who have shaped the programme since…

New hub to help young people take the next step into racing

Earlier this month, Great British Racing (GBR) launched its new Get Into Racing hub, a dedicated online resource designed to help young people explore the many routes available within British racing. Across British racing, Racing to School…

Royal Ascot visit celebrates Racing to School’s 25th anniversary with winning silks design revealed