Cornwall

We support people to grow; develop their skills, personally and professionally, making a profound impact in their local communities

During these difficult times we are busier than ever, delivering online to entrepreneurs across Cornwall and beyond to develop the skills, strengths and networks they need to tackle society’s biggest problems.

SSE in Cornwall

Established eleven years ago, the School for Social Entrepreneurs in Cornwall supports Social Entrepreneurs to realise their ambitions and create social change.  As part of a network of global schools SSE Cornwall delivers programmes to support and equip people to start, scale and strengthen their organisations, making a significant positive difference to their local communities on issues they experience and are passionate about.  Two-Thirds of social enterprises are supporting people from disadvantaged groups and 44% are employing them.

How we support social entrepreneurs

Over the years SSE in Cornwall has developed into a highly credible organisation with integrity at its heart.  With the support of a very experienced Board of Directors the company has evolved into the go to place for Social Enterprise support in Cornwall.

We design, develop and deliver programmes of support from pre-start to leadership .  Local support from Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Enterprise Partnership and Cornwall Council has been integral to its success.

To get in contact about how we can support you please fill out our enquiry form 

 


The Springboard Programme

Have an idea but don’t know where to turn? Thinking of growing your passion or hobby into something more?

Our free Springboard programme will support you to gently explore your ideas from the comfort of your own home. We run friendly, bite-sized sessions online and face to face along with 1:1 mentoring where you can learn at your own pace in a safe and supportive space.

Springboard helped me see what my dreams and goals were” 
Natalie – Springboard participant

Find out more 

This programme is funded by CLLD and EU Structural and Investment Funds.

 


Lloyds Bank Social Entrepreneurs Trade Up Programme

Recruitment for our 2021 Trade Up Programme running from October 2021- October 2022 is now closed.


Stay connected 

Please do stay connected with us to hear our latest news and how we can support you.

Sign up to our newsletter 

 

 

And you can email us at [email protected] or call 07725 834527.


 

Local news

View all news

Fellows’ stories

Honey Alldis, Alldis Cards and Crafts

The Springboard Programme supports young social entrepreneur with hidden disabilities

More about Honey
Nour Chakroun, founder of Inspiring Women's Network, smiling into camera, in front of a fence and some greenery

Nour Chakroun, Inspiring Women's Network

Creating a supportive and empowering women-led community in Cornwall

More about Nour
two people in front of a green mobile library van.

Mirella Ferraz, Share Shed

Helps people borrow the stuff they need instead of buying it.

More about Mirella
Sara Marsh, SSE fellow and manager of Treverbyn Community Hall, standing in front of the social enterprise's logo

Sara Marsh, Treverbyn Community Hall

Meet the social entrepreneur dedicated to transforming Treverbyn Hall into a thriving community space.

More about Sara
Tree Stewart, founder of Sky High Arts

Tree Stewart, Sky High Arts

The startup using trapeze to change lives in Cornwall.

More about Tree
Sarah Cowburn, founder of Bodeeworx, is timing another woman in plank position

Sarah Cowburn, Bodeeworx

Making fitness affordable and accessible to rural communities in Cornwall.

More about Sarah
Jamie Tresidder, founder of SPARC

Jamie Tresidder, SPARC

Providing access to sport & physical activity to people facing barriers.

More about Jamie

Max Price, Proud2Be

"The support that I was able to receive and offer to people who were experiencing similar challenges, fears and had the same driving passion was a lifeline."

More about Max
The School for Social Entrepreneurs fellow, Caro, collecting seaweed in Cornwall for her social enterprise Cornish Seaweed Company

Caro Warwick-Evans, Cornish Seaweed Company

"SSE not only gave us the business support and training that we needed but they were a solid, friendly and highly experienced support network."

More about Caro
+ Read more stories