All state funded schools with 20% or more pupils eligible for Free School Meals are able to apply for a grant of up to £500 towards the cost of transport to an Our River, Our Water session.
We use the “Get information about schools service” as our data source to confirm percentage of Free School Meals.
• Grants will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. If your application is successful, you will be sent an email to confirm the grant. We aim to respond within five working days.
• Your school is eligible for one grant per academic year.
• Visits and trips must have been taken before the end of July 2024.
• Applications must be made in advance, there can be no retrospective applications.
The Our River, Our Water project is a partnership between Southern Water and the Rivers Trusts South East, a group of Rivers Trusts covering the south east of England. The Travel Grant funding is provided by Southern Water and managed by Wessex Rivers Trust.
How do I apply?
• Agree a provisional date and visit location for an Our River, Our Water session with one of the session providers and obtain quotes for transport costs from a travel provider. For a list of session providers, please see below.
• Download an Our River, Our Water Travel Grant application form below or email tracy@wessexrt.org.uk for a copy.
• Complete and return your application form to tracy@wessexrt.org.uk, your application will be confirmed via an acceptance letter.
• After your visit or trip, send an evaluation form (found on page 2 of your application form) along with a copy of the invoice/s or receipt/s to tracy@wessexrt.org.uk. This should be returned within a month of the visit taking place.
• Payment of your grant will then be made to the bank account nominated on your application form.
OROW Application Form
OROW Travel Grant – How to Apply PDF
Our River, Our Water Session Providers:
• Wessex Rivers Trust
• South East Rivers Trust
• White Cliffs Countryside Partnership
For more resources, activities and ideas to support your learning from Southern Water, visit: www.southernwater.co.uk/water-for-life/education
