Your Future Kernow

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Your Future Kernow

Your Future Kernow (YFK) works in partnership with schools and post 16 providers to support young people at risk of becoming NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training) after age 16.

We focus on young people who may be vulnerable to becoming NEET and we ensure they receive the right guidance and transition support.

Vulnerable learners could include:

  • Those educated outside of mainstream schooling
  • Young people with SEND, including those who have an EHC plan and those who do not.
  • Care experienced young people
  • Those working with the Youth Justice Service
  • Young carers.

YFK identifies young people in Years 9–11 who may benefit from targeted intervention. We use the at risk of NEET indicator tool (RONI). This enables early identification and helps ensure support to those most in need.

Our goal is to show young people the many opportunities available to them. We’re here to support everyone, especially those who face challenges. We know it can feel overwhelming, so we help young people explore their options and find the best path for them.

Our service enhances existing Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG). We do this by providing additional training, vocational profiling, and tailored interventions. All interventions align with the Gatsby Benchmarks.

We offer one-to-one mentoring, group workshops, and support with planning internships. Our workshops cover employability, resilience, and labour market information. We work with young people in schools, colleges, and communities to help them make positive choices for the future.

Your Future Kernow also has a statutory responsibility to track and monitor NEET and participation data, which requires schools to share information such as intended destinations and progress.

Your Future Kernow

Your Future Kernow (YFK) works in partnership with schools and post 16 providers to support young people at risk of becoming NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training) after age 16.

We focus on young people who may be vulnerable to becoming NEET and we ensure they receive the right guidance and transition support.

Vulnerable learners could include:

  • Those educated outside of mainstream schooling
  • Young people with SEND, including those who have an EHC plan and those who do not.
  • Care experienced young people
  • Those working with the Youth Justice Service
  • Young carers.

YFK identifies young people in Years 9–11 who may benefit from targeted intervention. We use the at risk of NEET indicator tool (RONI). This enables early identification and helps ensure support to those most in need.

Our goal is to show young people the many opportunities available to them. We’re here to support everyone, especially those who face challenges. We know it can feel overwhelming, so we help young people explore their options and find the best path for them.

Our service enhances existing Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG). We do this by providing additional training, vocational profiling, and tailored interventions. All interventions align with the Gatsby Benchmarks.

We offer one-to-one mentoring, group workshops, and support with planning internships. Our workshops cover employability, resilience, and labour market information. We work with young people in schools, colleges, and communities to help them make positive choices for the future.

Your Future Kernow also has a statutory responsibility to track and monitor NEET and participation data, which requires schools to share information such as intended destinations and progress.

  • Be Creative Cornwall

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    Be Creative Cornwall

    The Your Future Kernow Team visited Be Creative Cornwall in Wadebridge. The centre supports young people who find mainstream education hard. Many of the students are neurodiverse or have an EHCP. Some are on roll but not attending. Others receive Education Other Than At School (EOTAS). All of them enjoy art and learn best in a calm space.

    Be Creative Cornwall gives young people a safe place to be themselves. Emma and Richard manage the day‑to‑day work at Be Creative Cornwall. Emma explained that many of the students have faced childhood trauma, issues at school, or changes at home. Art helps them build confidence and manage their feelings. It also helps them learn to communicate and work with others.

    During the visit, the team took part in a clay session. Emma and Richard showed how they teach young people to model a clay head. This is often the first activity a new student tries. It helps them relax and feel proud of what they make. It is a simple way to help them settle in.

    The centre offers many creative activities. Students can try sculpture, painting, graphic design, music, and even taxidermy. They can choose what they enjoy. This helps them grow their skills and their confidence. The artwork on display showed great imagination and talent.

    Richard also works with the Gaia Trust at Treraven Farm. The farm has meadows, woodland, and animals. Young people can spend time outdoors, learn about nature, and take part in creative projects. This helps them feel calm and connected to the environment.

    Emma and Richard see real progress in the young people they support. Students arrive feeling unsure, but over time they open up, try new things, and believe in themselves again. Be Creative Cornwall is an approved provider. Over the coming year they hope to support many young people across Cornwall.

    "This is a great resource in the heart of Wadebridge. Emma and Richard are passionate about making a difference to young people’s lives using creative therapy to unlock potential." - Kate Wakeham Careers and Development Consultant.


    Be Creative Cornwall

    The Your Future Kernow Team visited Be Creative Cornwall in Wadebridge. The centre supports young people who find mainstream education hard. Many of the students are neurodiverse or have an EHCP. Some are on roll but not attending. Others receive Education Other Than At School (EOTAS). All of them enjoy art and learn best in a calm space.

    Be Creative Cornwall gives young people a safe place to be themselves. Emma and Richard manage the day‑to‑day work at Be Creative Cornwall. Emma explained that many of the students have faced childhood trauma, issues at school, or changes at home. Art helps them build confidence and manage their feelings. It also helps them learn to communicate and work with others.

    During the visit, the team took part in a clay session. Emma and Richard showed how they teach young people to model a clay head. This is often the first activity a new student tries. It helps them relax and feel proud of what they make. It is a simple way to help them settle in.

    The centre offers many creative activities. Students can try sculpture, painting, graphic design, music, and even taxidermy. They can choose what they enjoy. This helps them grow their skills and their confidence. The artwork on display showed great imagination and talent.

    Richard also works with the Gaia Trust at Treraven Farm. The farm has meadows, woodland, and animals. Young people can spend time outdoors, learn about nature, and take part in creative projects. This helps them feel calm and connected to the environment.

    Emma and Richard see real progress in the young people they support. Students arrive feeling unsure, but over time they open up, try new things, and believe in themselves again. Be Creative Cornwall is an approved provider. Over the coming year they hope to support many young people across Cornwall.

    "This is a great resource in the heart of Wadebridge. Emma and Richard are passionate about making a difference to young people’s lives using creative therapy to unlock potential." - Kate Wakeham Careers and Development Consultant.

  • Your Future Kernow: Removing Roadblocks, Creating Pathways

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    Sensory Area


    Emma Trudgeon is a Careers Adviser with the Your Future Kernow team. She has been working with a young person who faced barriers to education and training. For most of their schooling, they went to a specialist provision. The provision is for young people who cannot attend mainstream school because of medical needs.

    Emma stepped in to offer guidance and reassurance. Together, they explored options for moving into mainstream college after age 16. Emma talked through a range of suitable choices. She helped the young person feel confident about what options available after their education ended.

    “All because a young person has medical needs it does not mean they cannot go onto further education, a supported Internship or further education and training. It was a pleasure to help this young person understand their choices and make them believe in their future” - Emma

    Emma arranged to meet the young person at the Chi Austel Centre in St Austell, Cornwall Council’s new offices in the town. Emma worked closely with her colleague from the Community Hospital Education Service. Together they decided the venue was right for the young person. This location was chosen because it was close to home and felt more comfortable than a public space. They also picked it for another reason - it has a sensory room. This calm, welcoming space helped the young person feel at ease during the meeting.

    The setting made a real difference. The young person’s dad was grateful that Cornwall Council understands different needs. He appreciated that spaces like this are available for meetings. Knowing this venue is available means future meetings will be stress-free and safe. Emma also found it a friendly and supportive place to work.

    This story is another great example of the amazing work Your Future Kernow does to empower young people across Cornwall. The team offers tailored support and guidance. This helps young people overcome challenges and build brighter futures.


    Sensory Area


    Emma Trudgeon is a Careers Adviser with the Your Future Kernow team. She has been working with a young person who faced barriers to education and training. For most of their schooling, they went to a specialist provision. The provision is for young people who cannot attend mainstream school because of medical needs.

    Emma stepped in to offer guidance and reassurance. Together, they explored options for moving into mainstream college after age 16. Emma talked through a range of suitable choices. She helped the young person feel confident about what options available after their education ended.

    “All because a young person has medical needs it does not mean they cannot go onto further education, a supported Internship or further education and training. It was a pleasure to help this young person understand their choices and make them believe in their future” - Emma

    Emma arranged to meet the young person at the Chi Austel Centre in St Austell, Cornwall Council’s new offices in the town. Emma worked closely with her colleague from the Community Hospital Education Service. Together they decided the venue was right for the young person. This location was chosen because it was close to home and felt more comfortable than a public space. They also picked it for another reason - it has a sensory room. This calm, welcoming space helped the young person feel at ease during the meeting.

    The setting made a real difference. The young person’s dad was grateful that Cornwall Council understands different needs. He appreciated that spaces like this are available for meetings. Knowing this venue is available means future meetings will be stress-free and safe. Emma also found it a friendly and supportive place to work.

    This story is another great example of the amazing work Your Future Kernow does to empower young people across Cornwall. The team offers tailored support and guidance. This helps young people overcome challenges and build brighter futures.

  • Supported Interns and Your Future Kernow

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    Dom is a Supported Intern at Cornwall Council and is working with EBP (Education Business Partnership) at the moment. He recently attended a careers fair and is here to share his thoughts on the day.

    Dom’s Day
    The event was designed to help students with an Education, Health and Care Plan explore different stalls at the fair, which was held at Truro and Penwith College. Students had the chance to talk to employers, learn what they do, and find out what opportunities they can offer in the future to help prepare for next steps after leaving college.

    Even though the weather was poor and it was raining, there was a great turnout. Lots of students attended, some with teachers and some with parents.

    There were many people involved, including Truro College staff who signed people in, guided them around the building, and offered refreshments. Student ambassadors from Truro College helped set up and pack away the event.

    There were also several stalls, such as:
    • Cornwall Council EBP
    • Headland Hotel
    • Cormac

    To prepare for the event, we wanted an activity that would be interactive for young people. We decided on a fortune wheel with numbers. Each number linked to a career-based question. Before the event, we came up with 14 different questions so the wheel would work.

    On the day, we explained what EBP does and what support we can offer. Then we invited students to spin the wheel. After they spun, we read out the question and they answered to win a sweet. If the question was too challenging, we adapted it or chose a different one.

    We also helped set up the stall to make it look nice and presentable.

    Yes! I think the event was very enjoyable. It was great to speak to young people, hear about their career goals, and hopefully give them some advice on steps they can take to make those goals a success.

    “Never give up and strive to thrive.” - Dom Tlustochowicz

    Story by Dom.


    Dom and Aimee



    Dom is a Supported Intern at Cornwall Council and is working with EBP (Education Business Partnership) at the moment. He recently attended a careers fair and is here to share his thoughts on the day.

    Dom’s Day
    The event was designed to help students with an Education, Health and Care Plan explore different stalls at the fair, which was held at Truro and Penwith College. Students had the chance to talk to employers, learn what they do, and find out what opportunities they can offer in the future to help prepare for next steps after leaving college.

    Even though the weather was poor and it was raining, there was a great turnout. Lots of students attended, some with teachers and some with parents.

    There were many people involved, including Truro College staff who signed people in, guided them around the building, and offered refreshments. Student ambassadors from Truro College helped set up and pack away the event.

    There were also several stalls, such as:
    • Cornwall Council EBP
    • Headland Hotel
    • Cormac

    To prepare for the event, we wanted an activity that would be interactive for young people. We decided on a fortune wheel with numbers. Each number linked to a career-based question. Before the event, we came up with 14 different questions so the wheel would work.

    On the day, we explained what EBP does and what support we can offer. Then we invited students to spin the wheel. After they spun, we read out the question and they answered to win a sweet. If the question was too challenging, we adapted it or chose a different one.

    We also helped set up the stall to make it look nice and presentable.

    Yes! I think the event was very enjoyable. It was great to speak to young people, hear about their career goals, and hopefully give them some advice on steps they can take to make those goals a success.

    “Never give up and strive to thrive.” - Dom Tlustochowicz

    Story by Dom.


    Dom and Aimee



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