<p>The application of creativity and problem solving to real world issues is a core theme in our pedagogy and we have developed relationships with a number of local and regional charities to support their work, whilst creating learning opportunities for our students. As outlined in our strategic plan “We believe that education is the act of turning the student towards the world, to inspire students to want to exist in and care for the world, and to act with kindness as both a method and a means to enact change and deliver positive outcomes. Kindness, Authenticity and Fulfilment are the core principles within our teaching philosophy, and these have become exemplified in a number of live brief projects explored in this article.</p>