Walter and Henry wished they’d had mentors when they were younger.

That’s where Oppidan came in. After ten years we now support thousands of children through one-to-one mentoring and in schools around the world. We believe that a good education starts with a focus on confidence and resilience and that every child should benefit from mentoring. It's all made possible with a team of 200 inspiring mentors; a network of game changers who dedicate themselves to positive growth in each of their mentees across 3,000 families and 100 schools in the UK and beyond.

2016
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Humble beginnings.

Our founders launch Oppidan from Walter’s kitchen in London,
with a clear vision of how mentoring will make the difference for young people.

2017
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The team expands.

Powered by our initial full-time hires, we enjoy two memorable years at our first office: Second Home, Holland Park.

2018
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School work begins.

From early partnerships in both public and private sectors, we now work closely with 150+ schools,
engaging more than 6,000 students annually.

2019
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Oppidan goes overseas.

We grow partnerships with The Peligoni Club, The Mustique Company and Soneva Fushi,
taking one-to-one mentoring to families in remote corners of the world.

2020
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At home in Hammersmith.

We settle into our current office: a light-filled, vibrant space,
just a stone’s throw from Crisp Pizza and the Thames riverside.

2021
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Surviving and supporting the pandemic.

Through lockdowns and global disruption, we innovate with online group classes
and our weekly broadcast with celebrity guests: Oppidan Talks.

2022
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Happy days at camp.

Having hosted close to 2,000 children through 7 years of summer camps,
we bring that chapter to a close, honing focus for our 1:1 work at home and in schools.

2023
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Time to think global.

Oppidan opens its first overseas branch in Seoul, South Korea.
Since then, we’ve also grown to Bangkok, Dubai, New York and Lisbon.

2024
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Regional reach.

With the grant-making support of Oppidan Foundation, our UK public sector work expands
proudly to Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham and South Devon.

2025
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Thoughtful growth.

Our team of 30 continues to improve content, professionalise our
mentor team and grow our reach across time zones and demographics.