Rugby stadium used to educate at-risk children

Some vulnerable and at-risk children in Worcestershire are set to continue their schooling at Sixways Stadium, the former home of Worcester Warriors.

Primary school teachers Lisa Cashmore and Rachel Ginger, both from Worcester, founded Access Educational Provision (AEP) two years ago.

It is designed to keep young people in the education system who are at risk of low attendance or social exclusion.

Sixways Stadium has confirmed AEP will move into the stadium from June on a multi-year lease, operating Mondays to Fridays.

Ms Cashmore said: "This facility and this location gives us the opportunity to expand that offering we currently have.

"We outgrew our current premises in Droitwich. We started off with one student two years ago, and now have around 20.

"The location is perfect - there is outdoor space for the students."

Laura Napper, Director of Commercial at Sixways told BBC Hereford & Worcester said the group aligned with its "commitment to the community".

In a statement released by Sixways Stadium, a spokesperson added: "The team at Sixways are laser-focused on the mission to rebuild a financially secure and sustainable business which is ready for the return of professional sport, including Worcester Warriors."