Annual Impact Report: Transforming Lives in Our 12th Year

This year, we have continued our mission to create “Opportunity for Everyone” by delivering our real-world and life-changing work experiences for young people in Tees Valley. We are raising aspirations and unlocking potential, showing the next generation that anything really is possible in our region, regardless of background or circumstance.

Focused solely on Tees Valley, we are dedicated to changing perceptions, breaking down barriers and creating meaningful connections between students and local employers. Here’s a look back at our activities and achievements over the past year:

11,353 Students Engaged
We worked with Y7-Y11 students from secondary schools across Tees Valley, providing them with valuable career insights and experiences.

56 Life-Changing Programmes Delivered
Our programmes included career workshops, work experience placements, and enrichment events, all designed to inspire, connect and empower.

220 Hours of Engagement
We’ve connected students directly with employers, gaining real-life career experience and insights into various job roles.

50 Business Members Involved
Our diverse range of business members co-designed and delivered our industry-led programmes, ensuring relevance and impact.

4.5 out of 5 Average Rating
Student feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 for our programmes.

33,500+ Students Supported Since 2012
Over the past 12 years, we have supported more than 33,500 students with our industry-led programmes and enrichment events.

Download Our Annual Impact Report

To find out more, download our detailed Impact Report PDF. This report provides an in-depth look at our activities, achievements, and life-changing stories from the past academic year. It showcases how we have delivered on our wider vision and highlights the critical role our business partners play in making our work possible.

Mark Easby, Chair of the High Tide Board of Trustees, said, “It’s been another busy and successful year for High Tide. We’re seeing so much excitement, growth, and optimism in Tees Valley, it’s critical we shout about this and let our schools and young people know there’s a world of opportunity right here for them.”

Lauren Bywater, General Manager of High Tide Foundation, added, “This year, we’ve increased the number of schools and students we’re working with and extended our network of businesses so we can continue to deliver more life-changing programmes. We’re excited to celebrate our 12th year and looking forward to planning our programme calendar, which we’ll launch in September.”

Thank You to Our Corporate Partners

Our life-changing programmes are made possible by the generous support of our corporate partners, Casper Shipping, Jacksons Law Firm, and PD Ports. Their generous financial contributions play a pivotal role in sustaining our foundation, and their commitment enables us to consistently provide high-quality programmes that open up a world of opportunities for students. 

In addition to our corporate partners, over 100 companies pledge their time, expertise, and resources to support the delivery of our programmes. These businesses engage with us in a variety of ways, from offering work experience placements and participating in career workshops to sharing career stories and industry insights. These include those that have taken part in this year’s programmes, including AV Dawson, Big Bite, Better, Elite Consult, Falck Engineering, FLOK Coworking Space, SembCorp, Svitzer, Teesworks, Tees Rivers Trust, and Wilton Engineering.

Join Us in Making a Difference

As we look forward to another year of transforming lives, we invite more businesses to join us. By partnering with High Tide, you can play a crucial role in shaping the futures of young people in Tees Valley.

Together, we can continue to create opportunities, raise aspirations, and inspire the next generation. Contact us today to learn how you can get involved and make a lasting impact.