UK not-for-profit

Where business and education interlock.

We connect forward-thinking businesses with schools in their local community, helping fund the trips, residentials and enrichment experiences every child deserves.

For businesses

Turn local goodwill into measurable impact.

Build a long-term school partnership, strengthen your CSR and social value evidence, engage employees and gain meaningful visibility where you trade.

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For schools

Fund the experiences that matter.

Access vetted local partners and practical support without adding unnecessary administration to school leaders and staff.

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A clear five-step partnership model

1

Apply

Businesses and schools register their interest.

2

Check

Appropriate due diligence supports trust.

3

Match

Partners are introduced locally.

4–5

Support & report

The relationship is supported and impact is measured.

Built for local impact. Designed to scale nationally.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Business & Education Alliance?

The BEA is a UK not-for-profit that connects businesses with local schools through structured sponsorship, events and community partnerships.

How can a business support a school?

Businesses can join a sponsorship tier, fund enrichment activity, offer expertise, attend school events and build a measured local social impact partnership.

Does the BEA replace a PTA?

No. The BEA complements existing PTAs by creating a formal bridge between businesses and education.

Where does the BEA operate?

The BEA operates through local chapters and ambassadors across the United Kingdom.

Help a local child access more.

Join the Alliance as a business, school, ambassador or community partner.

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