Insights, announcements and real-world impact.
From organisational news and policy updates to inspiring case studies and media coverage, this is where we share what’s happening across Real Ideas. Whether you're a partner, participant, funder or curious visitor, explore how our work is evolving, growing and making a difference.
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Devonport High School for Boys’ new Year 7 intake enjoyed an immersive day at Market Hall, featuring 360° dome experiences and tech workshops in filmmaking and LEGO robotics to spark creativity
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Mayflower Community Academy’s Year 6 Leavers’ Project combines a 5-week 360° filmmaking programme with a celebratory Market Hall event, showcasing pupils’ creativity in an immersive dome experience.
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Aiden’s journey with Yep! transformed his academic knowledge into hands-on tech skills. Volunteering and career support boosted his confidence and prepared him for roles in game development.
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By listening to EA’s goals and funding practical training, YEP! helped her turn a passion for the outdoors into a pet care business, boosting confidence and creating a path to self-employment.

Free driving theory lessons and funded licences are helping young people in rural Cornwall overcome transport barriers, build confidence, and access employment opportunities.

Through multi-agency collaboration, Jack—a young man with autism and ADHD—transformed from long-term unemployment to a creative internship, gaining confidence and independence along the way.

Fountain Head House School celebrates Autism Appreciation Week with a 360° filmmaking project, giving SEND pupils a creative voice and immersive experience that’s now part of their curriculum.
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University of Plymouth BEd students explored STEAM through hands-on printmaking and 360° filmmaking workshops, creating immersive projects to inspire future primary classroom learning.

Assessing voluntary visitor contributions in St Ives, Penzance, and Looe to fund community projects through tourism.

Supporting Trowbridge Town Hall Trust to secure £16m Future High Streets funding and create a vibrant community space.

Identifying innovative income streams and social enterprise models for vital South West transport infrastructure.

Heritage Lottery-funded feasibility plan for restoring historic Redoubt 4, part of Glenville Battery on the Rame Peninsula.
