Success stories
See the impact of our programmes in action.
Hear from Sophia as she shares her journey from work experience to employment. Read insightful case study blog articles, and watch inspiring programme films.
To discover more real stories, employer perspectives, supporter insights, and real experiences from our programmes, watch our podcasts and spotlight films.
Work experience case study blogs
Work experience stories
“We have worked together to design a yearlong programme of aviation learning. 25,000 hours of inspiring talks, interactive activities, and mentoring, both remotely and in-person.”
Laura MacShane
DEI & Community Manager, Virgin Atlantic
“Work Experience is a vital part of lifelong learning. By offering opportunities for in-person, hybrid, and remote experiences, we’ve removed the barriers that exist for many.”
Alexander McCafferty
Careers Leader, Djanogly City Academy
“I’ve learnt so much. I think it’s so important for everyone to get work experience because you need some sort of foundation as to how to build your skills.”
Joyce
Work Experience Attendee
“Work Experience is a vital part of lifelong learning. By offering opportunities for in-person, hybrid, and remote experiences, we’ve removed the barriers that exist for many.”
Alexander McCafferty
Careers Leader, Djanogly City Academy
“We have worked together to design a yearlong programme of aviation learning. 25,000 hours of inspiring talks, interactive activities, and mentoring, both remotely and in-person.”
Laura MacShane
DEI & Community Manager, Virgin Atlantic
“I’ve learnt so much. I think it’s so important for everyone to get work experience because you need some sort of foundation as to how to build your skills.”
Joyce
Work Experience Attendee
Speakers for Schools case study blogs
Schools who hosted a talk rated it as 4.6 out of 5-stars.
97% of educators would recommend
a speaker from our programme
to other schools and colleges.
“I can still remember the fear of ‘Imposter syndrome’ as I stepped forward to the welcoming applause from students at St John Payne School. My first talk took place in October 2014, and from that day to now, I have been on a voyage of discovery and joy.”
Speaker
After their 100th talk
“I learnt there are a huge variety of jobs out there, and you don’t necessarily need qualifications to do certain jobs. Also, experience is important as each role you take can help with the next task in future jobs or responsibilities, as skills are very transferable.”
Student
The Boswells Sixth Form
Speakers for Schools stories
Watch as Bobby Seagull goes back to school to inspire young people
Get ready to discover the impact of an inspirational talk – after celebrated mathematician and University Challenge star Bobby Seagull took a full-circle opportunity to speak at his former secondary school, St. Bonaventure’s in East Ham.
Watch as Bobby Seagull goes back to school to inspire young people
Get ready to discover the impact of an inspirational talk – after celebrated mathematician and University Challenge star Bobby Seagull took a full-circle opportunity to speak at his former secondary school, St. Bonaventure’s in East Ham.
“I can still remember the fear of ‘Imposter syndrome’ as I stepped forward to the welcoming applause from students at St John Payne School. My first talk took place in October 2014, and from that day to now, I have been on a voyage of discovery and joy.”
Speaker
After their 100th talk
Schools who hosted a talk rated it as 4.6 out of 5-stars.
97% of educators would recommend
a speaker from our programme
to other schools and colleges.
“I learnt there are a huge variety of jobs out there, and you don’t necessarily need qualifications to do certain jobs. Also, experience is important as each role you take can help with the next task in future jobs or responsibilities, as skills are very transferable.”
Student
The Boswells Sixth Form
Watch Baroness Warsi as she powers-up students in Wakefield
In a heartwarming return to her roots, Baroness Sayeeda Warsi wowed students at Ossett Academy with her remarkable life story. The Wakefield local, and Britain’s first Muslim Cabinet Minister, captivated the audience with tales of her rise to the House of Lords.
Watch Baroness Warsi as she powers-up students in Wakefield
In a heartwarming return to her roots, Baroness Sayeeda Warsi wowed students at Ossett Academy with her remarkable life story. The Wakefield local, and Britain’s first Muslim Cabinet Minister, captivated the audience with tales of her rise to the House of Lords.