Social Impact
The Dragon has a long history of philanthropy, but how can we help nurture and shape free-thinking global citizens of the future, and ensure we have a positive social impact as a whole organisation, as well as individuals?
Read our Social Impact Report 2023/24
The foundation for this, we feel, is recognising that social impact can take many forms, from fundraising and volunteering, through to questioning the root cause of injustices and actively seeking solutions. The broad range of activities and partnerships we undertake as a school is instrumental in expanding and deepening our understanding of this.
Our programme falls into the following four main areas below.
Pupil Engagement


Charity Partnerships and Fundraising
School and Community Partnerships


Transformational Bursary Programme
Our impact in numbers in 2023 – 2024
Community
Ovver 900 Dragon pupils and staff involved in annual fundraising activities for local, national and international charities.
Participants
Over 250 children from ten local primary schools took part in a range of events including musical theatre and orchestral workshops, STEM days and much more.
Hot meals
6,800 hot meals were made by our kitchens and distributed to vulnerable people in partnership with Oxford Food Hub.
Partner with the Dragon
If you are interested in finding out more about our Social Impact programme, or would like to be considered as one of the Dragon’s community or charity partners in the future please fill in the below partnerships form, contact us on [email protected] or download the print-ready PDF, here.
Dragon Charities of the Year 2024 – 2025

Blackbird Leys Adventure Playground
Blackbird Leys Adventure Playground is a well-loved outdoor space in East Oxford where children can meet after school, learn new skills, enjoy good food and make full use of all the activities on offer. It is a vital resource for children in one of the most deprived areas of the country. Our support will help repair the site and secure it for the future.
Registered Charity Number: 273172

Firefly International
Firefly International is an international charity providing education, sports, play and mental health support, including trauma counselling, to children affected by war. Our support will help Firefly International to grow their current programme and reach many more children at this vital time.
Registered Charity Number: SC028744

South Downs National Park Trust
Registered Charity Number: 1174975
A Dragon Impact
Presenting a snapshot of the vibrant and dynamic range of activity that takes place over the school year, our inaugural 2023/24 Report is a great place to learn more about our #DragonImpact.
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