Info for parents
Informational parent webinars and Q&As coming March - April, 2025!
Inspire your child, help them make a real difference in the world, and access further opportunities in uni. and careers…
…by sharing Leaf’s online fellowships with them:
The Mathematics of Morality — how can you use mathematics to best help others and multiply your positive impact?
Biology for a Better Tomorrow — how can you use biology to best help others, from morally-motivated medicine to revolutionary research?
History to Shape History (for the better) — how can you use the lessons of history to make a positive impact and steer humanity onto a better path?
Dilemmas and Dangers in AI: How YOU can make a difference — helping you master the skills needed to steer cutting-edge AI technology toward benefits for humanity.
All are 5-week, online programmes for smart, curious, and ambitiously altruistic students aged 15-19 in the United Kingdom or Ireland who haven’t started university yet, and are running from 30th June to 3rd August, 2025 (5 weeks during the Summer holidays).
Participants will get weekly facilitated discussion calls, talks and Q&As with professionals, an online community of peers to share resources and friendship with, plus support with UCAS applications and interviews. They are ideal for year 12s (England and Wales) and Fifth Years (Scotland) considering uni. options, or Transition Year students in Ireland, with students from other years welcome to apply as well.
Programme Finalists (accepted applicants) can then apply for our Fellows programme, which offers additional mentorship, resources, and up to £1,000 in funding.
“Leaf offered an invaluable opportunity to my son through the Mathematics course. Working with students of similar mindset, the tasks, competitions, and regular calls kept him engaged and motivated. He was thrilled to be able to meet fellow participants. His mentor has been a guiding star, providing exceptional support to him. Leaf offers continuity, with staff always available via email to answer questions and provide direction. Seeing young minds like my son’s being nurtured to think at a global level and learn how they can make an impact is truly inspiring; this has profoundly impacted my son. Thank you, Leaf, for guiding and inspiring them. My son is eagerly waiting for the next course.”
“Leaf was even better than anticipated. It was great that my daughter had the opportunity to delve deep, explore, discuss, broaden knowledge, perspectives, etc.”
“My daughter thoroughly enjoyed the Leaf programme; it will have a lasting impact on her. I didn’t have much knowledge of Leaf beforehand but am very impressed. Thank you to the fantastic team behind it.”
“My son was thrilled with the experience, especially the relationships established with ambitious young people outside his usual circles. The ability to remain in contact and tap into their experiences will be useful going forward.”
We encourage you to explore our website, especially the FAQ and our safeguarding policies (linked in the footer of every page on our website).
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our Managing Director by emailing jamie@leaf.courses
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Anna, 3rd year at Cambridge Uni
“It probably helped me with my Cambridge interview. I was discussing the whole week with academics and other like-minded people… when I came to do my interview I felt more confident and was prepared.”
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Suleman, 1st year Jaguar Land Rover degree apprentice
"Leaf helped me realise that there are actual initiatives I can get involved in to have a real impact on this world. I engaged in some of the most thought provoking discussions.”
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Hannah, former admissions officer at three Oxford Colleges
“As well as being an excellent opportunity to explore how students can drive positive social change, Leaf can be used effectively in personal statements and interviews to demonstrate how you meet university selection criteria. Supporting Leaf Fellows is a rewarding experience for me.”