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Successfully securing your Wolfson Foundation funding

To secure Wolfson funding, a clear, evidence-based case must demonstrate educational need, strong leadership and measurable impact. The Foundation supports capital projects that enhance teaching environments, typically requiring partnership funding. Our experienced team manages feasibility, cost planning and application preparation, ensuring your submission aligns with priorities and presents the strongest possible case for success.

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Our team identify the most suitable capital project aligned to the Wolfson Foundation’s priorities, undertaking all necessary Feasibility Studies and educational brief development on your behalf.
All supporting information is collated, designs progressed, cost plans prepared and funding contributions confirmed within a comprehensive, evidence-based application.
Your submission is structured fully in accordance with the Foundation’s criteria and presented on your behalf to maximise clarity and impact.
Following a successful award, we meet with your decision-makers to review the approved scheme prior to commencement.
AEC provides full Contract Administration and Project Management, ensuring compliant delivery, quality control and successful project completion.

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Why do you need Wolfson funding?

The Wolfson Foundation provides capital grants to secondary schools and sixth form colleges to improve facilities that directly enhance educational outcomes.

Funding is typically awarded for projects that:

Improve science, technology, SEND or sixth form accommodation
Create or refurbish libraries and learning resource centres
Upgrade vocational or specialist teaching facilities
Demonstrate clear educational impact and strong leadership

Grants are usually awarded between £15,000 and £100,000 and require confirmed partnership funding.

Our experience in developing educationally focused capital projects ensures your proposal is strategically positioned, financially credible and fully aligned with the Foundation’s expectations.

We take care of your requirements on a no funding, no fee basis

This means we prepare, develop and submit your bid for funding without an upfront charge, and our professional fees are covered within the grant you receive. If your bid is unsuccessful, there is no cost to you. It’s that simple.

Why choose AEC?

With extensive experience in the education sector and previous funding success, we are well placed to support your school throughout the application process, helping to ensure your project is strategically developed and efficiently delivered.

Having secured over £500m in funding for educational institutions, we have a proven track record in navigating competitive funding environments. Our expertise will help your application meet all essential criteria, ensuring a robust bid submission.

Featured case study

Education

Science Laboratory Refurbishment

AEC was initially appointed to assess the school’s outdated science classrooms and develop outline designs and budget costs to support the refurbishment and improvement of student learning facilities. The design stage included high-quality 3D visuals, giving the client clear insight into the proposed transformation prior to construction. The scheme was subsequently developed through detailed design and tender, leading to the successful refurbishment and conversion of the existing classrooms into fully compliant wet science laboratories. Upgrades included fluid Category 5 water supply protection and automated safety cut-off devices for power, gas, and water, ensuring a safe and modern teaching environment. The works were delivered ahead of programme and within the client’s approved budget, providing enhanced specialist facilities to support science education.