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Young People
Creating Opportunity
Providing Guidance
Inspiring Change
The Matt Ratana Rugby Foundation supports disadvantaged young people by delivering mentoring through rugby. We offer consistent, ongoing support, providing a pathway through schools programmes into community clubs.
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We're currently making a real, transformative difference to the lives of
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Supporting education and providing mentorship for a brighter future.
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We have demonstrated tangible improvements in school attendance, educational engagement, well-being, and mental health.
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The Matt Ratana Foundation has a new website
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News 06 MAY 2026
The Matt Ratana Foundation has a new website
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The programme gave my son confidence, routine and a place where he genuinely feels he belongs. ”
John Smith
Parent
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Who are the sessions for?
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How do we become a partner school?
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What does a typical session include?
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How can I get involved
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Outcomes
What lasting impact looks like
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Confidence Grows
Young people build self-belief through structured coaching and consistent encouragement.
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Attendance improves
Young people build self-belief through structured coaching and consistent encouragement.
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Belonging deepens
Young people build self-belief through structured coaching and consistent encouragement.
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Healthier habits form
Young people build self-belief through structured coaching and consistent encouragement.
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Pathways open up
Young people build self-belief through structured coaching and consistent encouragement.
Programme journey
How support
takes shape
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Referral or enquiry
A school or partner gets in touch
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Initial conversation
We understand needs, goals and the right level of support.
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Weekly sessions begin
Young people join structured rugby and mentoring sessions.
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Ongoing support
Progress is reviewed with staff, families and programme leads.
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Progession pathway
Participants move into clubs, leadership or further development opportunities.
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What we are seeing
on the ground
Overview
Attendance remained strong across the term, with young people responding well to consistent coaching and clear expectations.
What we observed
The strongest outcomes came where sport, mentoring and school communication worked together.
- Higher engagement from quieter participants
- Stronger peer support across mixed groups
- Improving confidence in structured environments
Next Steps
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