Schools
The Great British Skip is a nationwide kindness campaign proving that kindness exists in every corner of the UK — and your school can be part of it.
Krish has completed the physical Great British Skip challenge: over 1,020 miles, 39 marathons in 40 days. The campaign continues, and schools can still share stories of kindness and raise funds for workshops and activities for children and young people across the country.
At a time when many young people are experiencing anxiety, loneliness and social pressure, this campaign exists to remind children that kindness still matters — and that even the smallest act can create a powerful ripple effect.
Why your school should take part
Inspire kindness in action
Kindness isn't something we just talk about — it's something we do. Pupils turn positive values into meaningful action and see the impact they can have on others.
Support children's wellbeing
Research shows acts of kindness improve wellbeing, increase belonging and help young people build stronger relationships.
Develop important life skills
Activities build empathy, teamwork, leadership, confidence and communication — skills that benefit pupils inside and outside the classroom.
Be part of something bigger
Schools across the UK can continue coming together. Your pupils become part of a national story showing the power of community.
Support other young people
Funds raised help families living in poverty through 52 Lives and fund free kindness workshops in primary schools through The School of Kindness.
Help build a kinder future
Every act of kindness matters. Your school helps inspire the next generation to lead with compassion and build stronger communities.
How your school can get involved
Schools can organise their own sponsored skipping activities to raise money while promoting wellbeing, movement and teamwork. Every fundraising skip helps support the delivery of more fully funded kindness workshops for children across the UK.
Download the School Pack
Everything you need to get your school involved in The Great British Skip.
Sponsorship Form
Parents and children can use this form to gather sponsors for their skipping challenge.
School Poster
A printable poster to help promote The Great British Skip around your school.
Fundraise as a School
There are two simple ways for your school community to support The Great British Skip and help raise funds for 52 Lives and The School of Kindness.
Host your own fundraiser – a Skipathon, bake sale, non-uniform day, kindness challenge or sponsored event – and donate the funds raised directly to The Great British Skip through GiveStar.
Downloadable sponsorship forms are also available for pupils to collect sponsorship from family and friends.
Want to track your school's progress and celebrate what you've raised? Create your own GiveStar fundraising page as part of The Great British Skip event. You'll receive a unique fundraising link to share with families and supporters, set your own target, personalise your page, and see your contribution added to the overall Great British Skip total.
Together, we can help bring kindness to life and ensure more children across the UK can access free kindness workshops through the School of Kindness.
What we offer
Kindness Workshops
Interactive sessions exploring empathy, community and everyday acts of kindness.
Assembly Talks
Inspiring assemblies sharing the story of the completed journey of over 1,020 miles and what kindness can change.
Classroom Resources
Free downloadable activities and discussion guides aligned with PSHE themes.
Kindness beyond the finish line
The physical challenge is complete, but kindness belongs in the classroom all year round. Keep the conversation going with assemblies, everyday acts of kindness and stories from your school community.
Throughout the term, pupils can complete daily acts of kindness, support classmates, create kindness walls and pledges, write kindness notes, take part in community projects and reflect on the impact kindness has on wellbeing.
Celebrate a pupil, teacher or neighbour whose kindness has made a difference by sharing their story with the campaign:
Why kindness matters
Kindness is not just a nice idea. Research consistently shows that kindness and human connection positively impact:
Get in touch to book a workshop, assembly, or to receive our free classroom resources.
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