Impact and statistics

Impact and Statistics

Our programmes change lives.

Our impact is demonstrated both from our measured outcomes and the powerful testimonies of former participants. Please take a look at their Real Stories.

Our programmes also generate consistently excellent hard and soft outcomes while engaging those who are hardest to reach.

Adult Programmes

42% of course completers achieve a full-time paid employment outcome
79% of those that obtain employment retain the role for a minimum of three months
95% of participants report an improvement to their mental health and wellbeing
12% enter part-time work or education.

SOHK for Schools

94% of our at-risk pupils avoid permanent exclusion
62% fall in behavioural referrals across all schools
66% increase in punctuality
50% improvement in attendance
100% of students sat at least 5 GCSEs
44% achieved A*-C in English or Mathematics

Latest

Communications & Events Executive

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the School of Hard Knocks team to assist in the planning and execution of fundraising events, as well as managing our social media and communications. You will manage the charity’s portfolio of fundraising and friend-raising events including our in-person and virtual events. This is a broad role with potential for career growth.
Communications and Events Executive

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the School of Hard Knocks team to assist in the planning and execution of fundraising events, as well as managing our social media and communications. You will manage the charity’s portfolio of fundraising and friend-raising events including our in-person and virtual events. This is a broad role with potential for career growth.
SOHK does LEJOG: Scenic Cycling Routes

Cycling up a steep hill is a lot easier when there's an incredible view to enjoy at the top. We've come up with a selection of beautiful places to train for LEJOG across the UK to make those early-morning rides all the more worth it.
SOHK Psychology: Growth Mindset

You might have heard us throw around the term ‘growth mindset’ a fair bit on our social media platforms, so we thought we’d share a little bit more on what it is and why it’s one of School of Hard Knocks’ most important guiding principles.