107 Young People Benefit from Passport to Work Experience 2026

The Bicycle Project In the summer term, 107 Year 10 pupils took part in this years Passport to Work Experience (PWEX). Pupils from Brannel, Poltair, Liskeard and Saltash schools took part in 46 skills sessions. The sessions focused on employability skills and STEM learning.

The programme was organised by Laura Morrison. Laura works at the Education Business Partnership. She is a Project Coordinator and worked with employers to give young people the chance to learn about different jobs across Cornwall.

Passport to Work Experience is for pupils who are unable to take part in a traditional work experience placements. Some young people face challenges with traditional work experience. These could include travel issues, a lack of local placements or personal circumstances.

The programme makes sure these pupils do not miss out. Instead of travelling to a workplace, employers come into school and deliver hands-on sessions.

The Education Business Partnerships has delivered PWEX for many years. It is an essential programme and gives pupils the chance to meet employers. They learn new skills and find out more about future career options.

This year many organisations supported our young people and we would like to thank them all. Their support is vital to show young people what they do.

Supporting organisations included:

Cornwall Climate Care
Royal Navy
Cornwall Bicycle Project
Amplify
Cornwall Training
Cornwall Marine Network
Plymouth Argyle
Falmouth University
Real Ideas
Geo Thermal
Moogie Wonderland and Sanctuary Care.

The workshops covered a wide range of topics, so there was something for everyone. They helped pupils learn about different careers while building important skills for the future. These included teamwork, communication, creativity, problem-solving, leadership and confidence. Many pupils said they enjoyed the programme and would recommend it to their friends.

All pupils developed skills that will support their future choices. Feedback from pupils and schools was very positive and showed the difference the programme made.

"I liked all of the workshops equally. If I'm honest, nothing can be done to make them better. They were awesome." - Pupils

Schools also shared positive feedback about the programme.

"Laura has helped so much to deliver an enjoyable and relevant week for the students, many thanks." - Careers Lead

The sessions this year reflected the feedback that I gave last year about making them more specific about the career routes within sectors." - Pupil

After the success of this year's programme, the team hopes to offer Passport to Work Experience to even more young people next year. We can help young people who cannot access traditional work experience. It is important that these young people get the chance to meet employers and learn about different jobs.

New partners are always welcome. By working together, the programme can continue to create exciting experiences and help more young people learn about the world of work and plan their future.