We currently work alongside 275 schools and colleges across East Anglia.
Our higher education champions and neaco staff have helped to deliver 4,959 activities in 2022.
In 2022 we saw an increase in the number of target students engaged at 14,790.
Since the project began in 2017, we have worked with a total of 90,457 students.
What we do
Going to university or college is a big commitment, in both time and money, but by getting a degree your child will be making a big investment in their future. It will increase their chances of getting a good job and improve their earning potential. For many young people it is their first taste of independence and an exciting opportunity to try new activities and meet new friends.
Take Your Place supports underrepresented young people in making informed decision about their future within higher education.
Our Higher Education Champions facilitate sessions in schools, organise external speakers and events and coordinate trips to university campuses.
Take Your Place has also invested support in our local communities, where our Higher Education Champions aim to ensure young people and their families are fully supported.
Explore which Colleges and Universities are holding open days near you, visit their campus and speak to representatives of your favourite subjects.
Whether you’re a teacher, parent/carer or student, we have a great range of free resources that support your education journey.
Upcoming Events
Have a look at our list of upcoming College and University Open Event across East Anglia, as well as webinars and activities from the Take Your Place team. If you need further information please don’t hesitate to get in touch or contact the event provider.
Spring Taster Day - Care-Experienced Students UEA
Are you a Year 11 or Year 12 student who is interested in university? These are exciting opportunities for care-experienced students to visit the University of East Anglia (UEA) or University of Cambridge
- Venue: University of East Anglia
- Date: 3 April 10am to 3pm
Technology and Business Day - UOS
This event provides the opportunity for students interested in Technology and Business subjects to experience academic taster sessions on our waterfront campus
- Venue: University of Suffolk
- Date: 10 May 10am - 3pm
University of Suffolk Open Day - Postgraduate
Our Open Days are a great way to get a taste of student life, explore our waterfront campus, view the accommodation, join subject talks with academic staff and chat to our students
- Venue: University of Suffolk
- Date: 18 May TBC
