Year 8 students from Brampton Manor Academy took part in the first of a series of three pioneering workshops in partnership with KPMG on Monday 29th January 2018. Students found out more about the range of developments taking place in Newham, and considered what this might mean for their futures.

Gifted and Talented students from Brampton Manor Academy’s Year 8 cohort take part annually in this three-part programme, supported by KPMG. This year the chosen theme is ‘Our Newham’; reflecting the rapid changes taking place in our London borough. From The International Quarter London development, to London City Airport’s expansion, students engaged impressively in a range of activities.

Over 200 Year 10 pupils from Eastlea Community dressed to impress at their annual employability event, BOSS Day, on Friday 26th January 2018. With the support of a staggering 35 volunteers, students were inspired to prepare for their future careers.

One week in January saw the Royal Air Force bring their STEM Roadshow to seven Newham Schools and over 2600 young people in Years 7-9.

From the physics of flight to the Coanda effect, virtual reality to experiencing the ear-splitting sound of a real jet engine, this presentation brought STEM to life in an interactive lecture. The school halls were transformed by putting up a huge rig and screen that made it safe to fly a drone.

Columbia Threadneedle hosted their first Negotiation Challenge on Friday 1st December 2017, but it was no match for Cumberland School’s enthusiastic Year 9 students, who confidently negotiated tricky deals in a business simulation.

A team of dynamic Columbia Threadneedle volunteers supported the 30 students from Cumberland School as they took on roles as ‘Pineapple’ and ‘Redberry’ industries. Pupils had to negotiate six tricky disputes in order to reach a takeover deal by the end of the session, during which they demonstrated impressive communication, resilience, and flexibility.

On 23rd November 2017 (Thanksgiving!) 25 volunteers from T.Rowe Price, a top US Asset Management firm, worked closely with 50 students from Newham College on various employability-related activities.

Students learned about asset management by playing a high-paced game and completing a quiz about T. Rowe Price. Evaluations showed a huge shift in understanding of the industry. Students were supported to make great improvements to their CVs.

In Spring and Summer 2017, student ‘curriculum ambassadors’ from University of East London worked with students at Cumberland School to link skills, university study and careers. UEL students delivered over 30 sessions over three dates to 300 students per day.
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“Over two days in June, business volunteers from Barclays helped Year 10 students develop business plans for creative new apps.”

15billion-ebp, collaborated with volunteers at Barclays to develop a bespoke ‘Enterprise & Entrepreneurship’ workshop. A range of volunteers spent the day with the students acting as ‘business advisors’. Students were encouraged to get innovative and use their soft skills throughout the day.