Model C improves students’ understanding of apprenticeship training, practical skills and potential careers and so increases the number of 16-year old applicants for apprenticeship training courses. This programme would run throughout the academic year and repeats each year with the next cohorts of students.

Quotes from school students:

“I liked learning new skills and using equipment we couldn’t use in school.”

“It was hands-on and practical, unlike other trips I have been on.”

Examples of Evaluation Results

Key Stage 4 school students enjoying the opportunity to do practical work in the apprentice training workshops