Mission Statement 'It is our belief that within each and every child lies the potential to achieve great things. It is a sad fact that for many, circumstances outside their control dictate opportunities to fully realise such potential remain elusive. The primary barriers to self-growth and self-fulfillment are invariably poverty and deprivation. These in turn generate a dependency upon local support systems which, often poorly funded and ill equipped, fail to provide the stability and support these vulnerable young children desperately need. The result is that a 'life on the street' becomes the inevitable destination for many. Here, children's vulnerability is frequently exploited, resulting in many finding themselves drawn into the seedy world of petty crime, drugs and prostitution. Once a child has taken the first few steps down this path there is often little prospect of salvation. Our primary goal is to offer an alternative; enabling children to overcome the constraints that poverty and deprivation impose by giving them a stable environment; one which allows them to enjoy the experiences of a normal childhood, whilst giving them the opportunity to achieve a degree of empowerment through education. All children will be offered the stability of a sanctuary - something many have never previously experienced. It is our belief that a 'safe haven' will provide a platform of stability, enabling children to grow, educationally, spiritually and emotionally.Of course the duty of care for young vulnerable children extends far beyond providing housing and education. Children need to be clothed, fed and have access to medical care.Whist education is an important tool in the development of a child, in isolation it offers no guarantee of long-term employment. We therefore intend to build links with local businesses and educational establishments to enable children to gain valuable work experience which will hopefully lead to full-time employment.