The centre, run in partnership with the University of Southampton, has supported more than 6,000 young people facing disadvantage since opening in 2015. IntoUniversity Southampton, based in Millbrook and run by IntoUniversity in partnership with the University of Southampton, first opened its doors in 2015. Since then, the centre has supported over 6,000 young people, offering academic support, mentoring and aspiration-raising programmes to help them overcome barriers to opportunity.

Over the past 10 years, Southampton students have taken part in more than 2,000 workshops and events, including 145 university visits to the University of Southampton, and together have received over 132,000 hours of support. Each hour represents a young person building confidence, discovering new opportunities or finding a safe space to learn and grow.

The centre’s Mentoring Programme has also played a vital role, pairing 182 mentors with 165 mentees across more than 2,100 meetings. These connections have helped young people to build self-belief, develop key skills, and imagine new futures for themselves.

Of those who have completed their school journey, around 31% progressed to university in 2024/25 compared to the local average of 17.4%. Many others have chosen alternative routes into apprenticeships, employment, and training, showcasing the diverse and inspiring achievements of Southampton’s young people.

We match IntoUniversity students with volunteers, who act as positive role models and provide opportunities for the mentees to develop their social skills, explore future options and improve academic attainment. Young people benefit from regular one-to-one support from a role model who can offer invaluable advice and guidance. 

In Years 6-12/P6-S4/5, students are paired with a university student who works helps them create and work towards their goals.

In their final year of school, students are paired with a corporate mentor who offers support with the transition from the final year of school through to university.

Which age groups?

Years 6-13/P6-S6

For parents and carers

IntoUniversity provides a quiet, safe and stimulating environment for children and young people to achieve their academic potential.

IntoUniversity centres provide a quiet, safe and fun classroom environment for children and young people aged seven and up to do their homework or get advice on their future free of charge, with support from trained full-time staff and volunteers.

If you would like to enquire about registering your child, please get in touch with your nearest IntoUniversity centre for more details.

Contact: southampton@intouniversity.org or call 02380772062 or visit the website at https://intouniversity.org/