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About Us

Potential Plus UK is an independent membership charity supporting children and young people with high learning potential.

Established in 1967 as the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC), we have over 50 years of experience, expertise and understanding of high learning potential.

Within our community, members find support for their unique challenges through access to our network of experts and peers.

Many of our staff and trustees have lived experiences of high learning potential. Their passion, knowledge and understanding ensure we develop highly effective support and enrichment programmes.

Our services include professional assessments, advice calls, comprehensive reports, and resources designed to empower parents to advocate for their child’s social, emotional and learning needs.

We believe that all young people should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of background. For this reason, we work hard to provide services at low cost or fully funded whenever possible.

Over the years we have helped to improve the lives of thousands of young people with high learning potential across the UK. But we know we can do more. With the support of our members and donors, we will continue to discover children’s potential, nurture their unique gifts and talents, and help them to thrive.

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Become a Member

Families benefit from access to our advice line, the Members’ Area, our electronic resources, discounted events and our Focus newsletter.

Schools benefit from access to our advice line, online resources, members area, newsletter, workshops, webinars-on-demand, and associate family membership for their parents.