The Licensed Trade Charity (LTC) has acquired a new location that will expand its specialist education provision for children and young people with a diagnosis of autism.
The new site, in Waterlooville, Hampshire, which will be known as Kennington School, represents a significant milestone in LTC’s long-term growth strategy and commitment to widen access to high-quality, inclusive education.
Revenue generated by the school will be directly invested back into the charity, enabling LTC to support even more people working in licensed hospitality facing challenges, while protecting its long-term future. This work directly supports the charity’s wider mission of Transforming Lives, Unleashing Potential.
LTC currently runs three independent schools. The income generated from these is invested back into the charity and covers all its costs. This allows LTC to ensure that 100% of money donated goes straight to people currently or previously working in the licensed hospitality community.
Kennington School is expected to open in September 2026, subject to final approvals.
“This marks an exciting new chapter for LTC, for the families we serve, and the industry we support,” said Chris Welham, chief executive of the Licensed Trade Charity.
“We are unique in that our schools provide an income that, alongside our portfolio of investments and properties, secures the future of the charity and allows us to direct 100% of money donated to us to the people who need it. This acquisition will allow us to offer even more support to the sector.
“With a heritage in education that spans more than two centuries, we remain committed to delivering outstanding education and expanding our impact in communities that can benefit most.
“Kennington School builds on that legacy, and we are proud of the stability and credibility that have enabled us to take this step. We look forward to bringing this important new school to life.”
