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20th July 2026<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Potential Plus UK transfers into Coram Group<\/span><\/span><\/h1>\n

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An announcement from our CEO, Olivia Smith<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Following our\u00a0Trustees announcement in March,\u00a0Potential Plus UK entered a period of consultation in which we\u00a0explored options to secure the future of the support and services we offer our\u00a0community.\u00a0<\/span>I am delighted to be able to tell you that as result of these efforts that\u00a0<\/span>from Monday 20th July<\/span><\/b>, Potential Plus UK\u2019s services will become part of the\u00a0<\/span>Coram<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0group. This marks an exciting new chapter, ensuring that the specialist support,\u00a0expertise\u00a0and resources developed over the past 60 years continue within the UK\u2019s longest-established children\u2019s charity. With\u00a0nearly 300\u00a0years\u2019 experience improving children\u2019s lives, Coram brings\u00a0expertise\u00a0in safeguarding, education, family and therapeutic services, research, policy,\u00a0fundraising\u00a0and supporter care. This move provides a strong and sustainable future for the specialist support that has always been at the heart of Potential Plus UK\u2019s mission.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We are delighted that our specialist service staff will also be transferring to Coram, meaning you will continue to receive support from the experienced team you know and trust. Although I will no longer be Chief Executive, I will be doing all I can to support the transfer to Coram, and would like to thank our Finance Officer,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/b>Tracy Morsbach,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>who has given 14 years of dedicated service to the charity. It has been an enormous privilege for us both to be part of Potential Plus UK\u2019s journey and we know we leave you in\u00a0very good\u00a0hands.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Dame Carol Homden, Coram CEO, said: \u201cAll too many children of high learning potential find navigating\u00a0school\u00a0challenging with their families struggling to know how to support them. Coram will work to increase access to the assessments,\u00a0membership\u00a0and resources of Potential Plus to make an even bigger difference for the children and families who need us.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This is an important milestone in Potential Plus UK\u2019s history. While the charity itself will close on 31st July, the mission that has brought us together and our name, membership and services will continue, strengthened by the opportunities that being part of Coram brings. We are excited about the future and look forward to continuing to support\u00a0the HLP community.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have any questions, please contact us at\u00a0<\/span>amazing.children@potentialplusuk.org<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0or call\u00a0<\/span>01908 646433<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_separator color=”white” css=””][vc_separator color=”white” css=””][vc_single_image image=”41188″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][vc_single_image image=”38025″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][vc_single_image image=”37685″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner css=”.vc_custom_1784539438371{background-color: #FFFFFF !important;border-color: #FFFFFF !important;}”][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

FAQs Potential Plus UK transition to Coram<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
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We understand that the transition from Potential Plus UK to Coram may raise questions for families and our wider community. These FAQs provide information about what we know at this stage, including what will continue, what is changing and where to find further updates. We will continue to share information as arrangements are confirmed.<\/div>\n
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Why is Potential Plus UK transferring to Coram?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Potential Plus UK is transitioning to Coram to ensure that support for children and young people with high learning potential and their families can continue into the future.<\/div>\n
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Like many charities, Potential Plus UK has faced financial pressures in recent years which meant that continuing as an independent organisation was becoming increasingly challenging. Following significant work and careful consideration, transferring to Coram was identified as the best way to protect and continue the expertise, services and community that have been built over many years.<\/div>\n
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This transition will enable the work of Potential Plus UK to continue as part of a larger organisation, with the aim of ensuring ongoing support for families, children and young people with high learning potential.<\/div>\n
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What is Coram Potential Plus?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Coram Potential Plus is the name of the service that will continue the work previously delivered by Potential Plus UK. Families will continue to have access to support, resources and expertise relating to children and young people with high learning potential.<\/div>\n
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Will the support I currently receive continue?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Yes. A key aim of the transition is to ensure that families continue to have access to the support, expertise and services they value. Consultancy (advice), events and assessment services will continue through Coram Potential Plus, with further information about any practical changes shared as arrangements are confirmed.<\/b><\/div>\n
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Will the same staff continue to support families?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
The same team will continue to deliver consultancy, events and assessment services, ensuring that families can continue to access the support they know and value. These services will remain available through Coram Potential Plus for children and young people with high learning potential and their families.<\/div>\n
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What happens to my Potential Plus UK membership?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Potential Plus UK members will receive separate information about what the transition means for membership. Further details will be shared directly with members.<\/div>\n
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Will the Facebook groups continue?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
We are currently reviewing arrangements for the Facebook groups as part of the transition to Coram. We recognise that these groups are an important space for families to connect, share experiences and support one another, and we will provide an update once plans are confirmed.<\/div>\n
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What will happen to Potential Plus UK\u2019s website and social media channels?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
We are reviewing arrangements for Potential Plus UK\u2019s communication channels as part of the transition. We will provide updates about websites, newsletters and social media channels once plans are confirmed.<\/div>\n
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Will my personal information be transferred to Coram?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Information relating to Potential Plus UK membership, services or other personal data will be managed in accordance with applicable data protection requirements. Members of Potential Plus UK will receive separate information about any relevant changes.<\/div>\n
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If you are a member of one of our Facebook groups but are not a Potential Plus UK member or service user, please note that Potential Plus UK does not hold personal information about you from your Facebook group membership, including your name or contact details. We do not collect, store or transfer personal data from members of these groups.<\/div>\n
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I have a question that isn\u2019t answered here. Who can I contact?<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n
Please contact\u00a0amazing.children@potentialplusuk.org<\/u><\/a>\u00a0and we will be happy to help.<\/div>\n

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About Coram<\/span>\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

Coram is the UK\u2019s first and longest\u202fserving\u202fchildren\u2019s charity. Established as the Foundling Hospital in 1739, today\u202fthey\u00a0are a group of specialist programmes\u202fsupporting\u202fhundreds of thousands of children, young\u202fpeople\u202fand families. Every\u00a0year\u00a0they\u00a0provide life skills, reading and drama programmes in 3,000 schools nationwide;\u00a0they\u00a0uphold children and young people\u2019s rights and\u202fprovide free legal advice for children and families who need it;\u202fthey\u00a0offer support and resources to teachers, social workers, foster carers, childminders\u202fand other\u202fsector\u202fprofessionals;\u202fthey\u00a0are an Ofsted \u2018outstanding\u2019\u202fadoption agency, also commissioned by nine local authorities to deliver\u202ftheir\u202fadoption services and the frontline open access helpline for parents under strain.\u202f\u202fOver one million\u202fusers\u202faccess\u202ftheir\u00a0online resources every year whilst the Coram Institute for Children,\u202festablished\u202fin 2025,\u202fis the UK\u2019s\u202fonly accredited independent research\u202forganisation\u202fdedicated to\u202fachieving a better\u202ffuture\u202ffor\u202fchildren.\u202f\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For more information, please visit:\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Website<\/span>:\u202fwww.coram.org.uk\u202f\u202f<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Twitter: @Coram\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Facebook: Coramsince1739\u202f\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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