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It's the final 24 hours to secure advance sign up for our Sunrise Walk 2026, taking place this Sunday! 🌄Advance entry is...
09/04/2026

It's the final 24 hours to secure advance sign up for our Sunrise Walk 2026, taking place this Sunday! 🌄

Advance entry is ÂŁ20 per adult (16 years old and over) and ÂŁ10 per child and we are asking each walker to raise a minimum of ÂŁ50.

đź“… Sunday 12 April 2026
đź”— Sign up today: https://bit.ly/4fiesh1

Are you ready to put your best foot forward for young people with disabilities and transform lives with every step? With advance booking closing on Friday, you can still take part in the challenge as we accept sign ups on the the day with increased ticket pricing.

It's been three weeks since our Reverse Jobs Fair at Ullenwood, and we are so proud of all our students who gathered inf...
07/04/2026

It's been three weeks since our Reverse Jobs Fair at Ullenwood, and we are so proud of all our students who gathered information from employers to help them towards the career aspirations as well as practicing their communication and employability skills.

We offer a Skills for Work programme and Supported Internships to support learners to achieve their work-based learning goals. Our work-based learning team at National Star are experts at supporting people, with visible and invisible disabilities, to get their first job.

Come along to our next open day to take a tour of our new building, find out more and take the next step on your career.

📆 Thursday 23 April, 4 – 7pm
đź“Ť Greensteps, Francis Close Hall, Swindon Road, Cheltenham, GL50 4AZ

Get ready for work with help from National Star. Register your place at our next Student Open Day: https://www.nationalstar.org/events/work-outcomes-student-recruitment-event/

The sun is shining, the route is checked, and we’re getting excited for this weekend’s !If you haven’t signed up yet… w...
07/04/2026

The sun is shining, the route is checked, and we’re getting excited for this weekend’s !

If you haven’t signed up yet… why not? It’s the perfect chance to watch the sunrise over Cheltenham and welcome spring the right way.

Student Issy has even roped her dad in to tackle the 13k later this week. Why not join him?

Sign up today 👉 https://bit.ly/4sfsMg3

05/04/2026

đź“ŁIt's only one week to go until our Sunrise Walk 2026đź“Ł

Our amazing fundraisers will be waking up early and putting their best foot forward for young people with disabilities, why not join them?

Advance entry is ÂŁ20 per adult (16 years old and over) and ÂŁ10 per child and we are asking each walker to raise a minimum of ÂŁ50.

👉 Sign up today: https://www.nationalstar.org/events/sunrise-walk/

04/04/2026

Turn the dream of flying into reality with our charity Wing Walk 🛩️

Strap yourself in for an adrenaline-fuelled adventure. Feel the roar of the engine, hit speeds of up to 120mph, and take in incredible views as you experience flypasts, zoom climbs, steep dives and dramatic banks.

Set against the stunning Cotswold countryside and cheered on by family and friends, this once-in-a-lifetime experience will push your limits while helping transform the lives of young adults with disabilities.

📆 Thursday 4 June 2026
đź“Ť Rendcomb Airfield, Gloucestershire

Book your Wing Walk today: https://www.nationalstar.org/events/wing-walk-2026/

Our Malvern residents love going swimming and building their confidence in the pool.'One moment I'm proud of is helping ...
03/04/2026

Our Malvern residents love going swimming and building their confidence in the pool.

'One moment I'm proud of is helping residents gain more confidence when going swimming. They now go swimming every fortnight, which is lovely to see, and they really enjoy being in the pool.' - Becky, Malvern staff member

As we continue to grow our care offering in Malvern, we’re looking for passionate individuals who want to make a genuine difference every day.

You’ll support residents to live safely, develop independence and enjoy meaningful, fulfilling lives.

We’ll soon be recruiting for:
• Lead Care and Support Workers
• Care and Support Workers
• Deputy Managers
• Night Staff
• Housekeepers

Be the first to hear when roles go live: https://www.nationalstar.org/careers-with-us/register-for-job-alerts/

Have your say on the future of SEND supportWe know how hard it can be for families to be heard when it comes to securing...
03/04/2026

Have your say on the future of SEND support

We know how hard it can be for families to be heard when it comes to securing the right support.

The recent SEND Reform White Paper sets out proposed changes that could shape the future of support for young people with disabilities in education.

We’re encouraging current and former National Star parents and students to share your views as part of the national consultation.

Your voice matters. This is a real opportunity to help shape a system that has the strength to ensure every child with SEND receives the right support at the earliest opportunity.

You can get involved by:

- Completing the SEND reform survey (open until 18 May)
- Attending online or in-person events hosted by the Department for Education and Council for Disabled Children
- Accessing recorded webinars if you’re unable to attend live sessions

Every insight helps build a system that is more consistent, proactive and effective for young people with disabilities and their families.

Take part in the consultation: https://consult.education.gov.uk/send-reform

Exciting news, we are opening a new charity shop in Gloucester city centre! 🎉Are you passionate about giving back to the...
02/04/2026

Exciting news, we are opening a new charity shop in Gloucester city centre! 🎉

Are you passionate about giving back to the community? We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers. Join us at our new Charity Shop Volunteer Open Day. 🛍️💫

đź“… When: Wednesday 8 April
🕤 Drop in between: 9.30 am – 2.30 pm
đź“ŤWhere: 23A St Aldate Street, Gloucester, GL1 1RU

Whether you’re interested in customer service, merchandising, or helping behind the scenes, there’s a role for everyone.

Drop in to meet our friendly team, learn about the variety of roles available, and see how your time could make a difference!

👉 Find out more about becoming a volunteer: https://bit.ly/40HexFz

Gloucester BID

Thinking about what comes next after school or college?Join us at one of our Open Days and discover how we support young...
02/04/2026

Thinking about what comes next after school or college?

Join us at one of our Open Days and discover how we support young people with disabilities to build skills, confidence and independence, as part of their preparation for adulthood.

đź“Ť Cheltenham (Work Based Learning)
đź“Ť Hereford
đź“Ť Mamhilad, Wales
đź“Ť Worcester

Meet our teams, explore our learning pathways and see how personalised learning creates real opportunities for the future.

Register your place
https://www.nationalstar.org/events-category/student-open-day/

Not able to join us for our Sunrise Walk? Sponsor those who are putting their best foot forward to help transform lives ...
01/04/2026

Not able to join us for our Sunrise Walk? Sponsor those who are putting their best foot forward to help transform lives with every step.🌟

Our walkers will set off from Ullenwood, Cheltenham, at 5.40am on Sunday 12 April 2026 and the beautiful routes will give them plenty of opportunities to soak up the stunning views around the Cotswolds.

This is the fifth sunrise walk, let’s make it the biggest and brightest yet. Every penny you raise will go towards supporting young people with complex disabilities.

👉 Sponsor our walkers today: https://bit.ly/4m213y8

🌟National Star Charity Shop Spotlight🌟Next up on our Shop Spotlight series, highlighting our amazing charity shops acros...
30/03/2026

🌟National Star Charity Shop Spotlight🌟

Next up on our Shop Spotlight series, highlighting our amazing charity shops across Gloucestershire and Herefordshire, is Up Hatherley, Cheltenham! Our Up Hatherley shop is situated next to Morrisons Supermarket, and is the perfect place to pop in and have a browse.

đź“ŤCaernarvon Rd, Cheltenham GL51 3BW
📆 Open Monday – Saturday 9am – 4.30pm and Sunday 10am – 4pm (excluding Bank Holidays) (excluding Bank Holidays)
đź“ž Phone number: 07521758274

You can find clothes, bestselling novels, value-for-money toys and must-have home accessories on sale. We also have a range of student-made ceramic and fused glassware items and handmade and printed cards.

We also accept donations of your pre-loved goods. Your support will help young people with complex disabilities to achieve their aspirations.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4mNNKAO

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Cheltenham
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About National Star

At National Star, we’re driven by our vision for a world in which people with disabilities are able to realise their potential as equal and active citizens in control of their lives. This sits at the heart of everything we do, from the personalised and world-class learning we provide via National Star College to training, specialist services and our work in the wider community.