Welcome to National Star.
Our charity is a provider of specialist further education, training, personal development and residential services for people with physical and learning disabilities and acquired brain injuries.
Sam's story
Meet Sam, a National Star student. Donate today to support other young people with disabilities to become happier, more confident and more independent.
Read Sam's story and donate today
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Learn with us
We offer full and part-time, residential and day courses for around 200 disabled students aged between 16 – 25 years old, at Ullenwood, Hereford and Wales.
Learn with us
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Live with us
We have a range of different options for people with disabilities who want to live more independently.
Live with us
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Careers with us
The young adults with disabilities we support at National Star are currently looking for new care and support workers and nurses to join us.
Careers with us
Why National Star?
Visit us
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StarBistro
StarBistro, the Cotswolds’ favourite social enterprise, is open to the public. National Star students will serve customers from 9am – 4pm, Monday to Friday.
Book your table today
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StarGlamping
StarGlamping, just metres away from the Cotswold Way, offers you the freedom of camping without the hassle of ropes, tent pegs or rain.
Book your stay
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StarGolf
Our 18 hole golf course situated just outside Cheltenham is perfect for beginners and seasoned golfers.
Book your tee time
Events
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Work Outcomes Student Recruitment Event
Come along to our student information event at Greensteps, off the A4019 Tewkesbury Road in Cheltenham and find out more.
Sign up to our student event
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Student Transition Event
National Star students and their parents are invited to join us at a face-to-face transition event at our Ullenwood campus in February 2024.
Sign up to our transition event
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Firewalk
Are you ready to meet fear with courage? Our sponsored Firewalk is an adrenaline-fuelled challenge like no other!
Sign up to the Firewalk
News
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Families and young people surveyed for their thoughts on life after education
National Star has joined forces with fellow disability charity Together Trust to improve the way young people with special education needs and disabilities (SEND) are supported when they leave education.
Read more: SEND survey
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New student accommodation officially opened by long-term supporters
Our £6.2 million specialist residence at Ullenwood that was funded by the Building a Brighter Future appeal has officially opened.
Read more: New student accommodation opens
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National Star wins Charity of the Year award
National Star has been named Charity of the Year at the Gloucestershire Business Awards.
Read more: Charity of the Year winner
