About the Campaign
The Executive Headmaster and the Board of Governors invited Mark Hopton (Shenstone 1968 – 1973) to serve as Campaign Chair for the Solihull Synergy Campaign to raise £2 million.
Addressing financial myths
It is important to address a common misconception about the school’s financial wealth and the need for this Campaign. Despite a substantial endowment fund of approximately £20 million, these funds are ringfenced to support the school’s bursary provision, ensuring over 100 students can attend Solihull School each year who might otherwise be unable to.
Previous funding successes
You may wonder how the school has previously funded major development projects. This was achieved through gains from land investments held for residential development, which have now been fully exhausted, and from cash accumulated through the effective stewardship of the school’s day-to-day operations over many years.
Future financial challenges
Political changes are having an impact on independent school finances. While Solihull is well-positioned to manage these challenges, it is unlikely to generate sufficient cash reserves for further significant estate development in the short to medium term.
The need for the capital appeal
This capital appeal is essential to support the school’s development goals. I commend the Headmaster’s priorities outlined by the campaign and encourage you to read about these plans. I hope you will consider how you might support this Appeal and I am happy to discuss any questions or thoughts you may have.
The Solihull Synergy Campaign aims to unlock potential through the synergy of two key initiatives:
Unlocking potential
through innovative
study spaces
Innovative study spaces: A new library to triple usage, foster independent study and provide multi-purpose meeting rooms.
Unlocking potential
through dynamic fitness
facilities
Dynamic fitness facilities: A new gym to support fitness, strength and recreational activities.
Join us in shaping the future
From our beginnings as a humble free grammar school in Solihull to our current 85 acres across two exceptional campuses, ambition and aspiration have always been at our core. For nearly 500 years, pioneering founders, visionary governance and inspiring teaching have been the lifeblood of our school. Our community has consistently risen to every fundraising challenge, demonstrating a deep commitment to our shared mission.
As we present these exciting projects and plans, we invite you to be part of this legacy. The enhancements we propose will benefit every pupil, aligning with our goals to be academic, ambitious, confident, well-known, innovative and creative.
We warmly encourage you to join us in this endeavor. Your contribution will make a significant impact and continue the proud tradition of giving at Solihull. Be a part of this transformative journey and help us shape the future for every student.
Make your gift today and be a part of Solihull’s enduring legacy.
