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“This was a truly excellent experience for my 12 year old daughter. The week of workshops taught them so much and the products they designed, manufactured and pitched were really professional. My daughter has come away really inspired. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a non-screen-based, fun, and genuinely meaningful activity for the school to take part in”
Our Creative Enterprise Challenge is our flagship workshop programme, offering a fully immersive educational experience designed to boost confidence, raise aspirations, and leave a lasting impact on young people.
Ten young people (also known as Challengers) are split into two teams of five to meet a sustainable design brief that involves designing a brand, product, marketing video and start-up business plan. They design and make products using recycled materials and learn product design, graphic design and laser cutting manufacture skills.
The challengers also learn business skills to cost their products to make a profit at retail. At the end of the week, each team has its ‘Dragon’s Den’ moment where they present and pitch their creations to an expert panel of judges who are successful entrepreneurs themselves.
Each team identifies a target market and a corporate client. If they are happy with their finished products, they can then go on to sell them make their own money.
"The Creative Enterprise Challenge aims to educate and inspire young people, who will walk away with so much more than a product and a business plan. We’ve seen the transformation that’s possible in just one week in previous programmes, with young people often starting the programme a little nervous but by the end they’ve made new friends and built their confidence.”
- Sami Lovett
Sustainability:
All the wood used in the products made by the students in the Creative Enterprise Challenge originates from re-used wooden boxes and plywood sheets supplied by our PIECES Partner, Morley Glass, a Leeds-based manufacturer of double-glazed window units that feature integral blinds.
Workshop Delivery:
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Ideal for ages 10 - 18. These workshops are suited to a range of ages and abilities.
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This workshop programme is for groups of up to 10 young people.
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We host this workshop programme at your school or youth organisation.
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We can host these workshops during term time.
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We host these during the school holidays. Check out our
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This is ideal as an extracurricular enrichment activity to enhance learning outside the traditional classroom setting.
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Everyone will also receive a certificate highlighting the skills they've learned, helping to boost their employability by adding valuable experience to their CV.
A testimonial from some of our judges
A testimonial from some of our parents
Real-World Challenges:
Young people work in teams to tackle a sustainable design brief, and to create a brand and a product that addresses a social issue.
Core Skills Development:
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Product Development: Design, develop, and manufacture a market-ready product.
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Business Planning: Calculate business costs, set retail prices, and create a comprehensive business plan.
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Sales and Marketing: Decide where and how you are going to sell your product.
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Pitching: Present your product and business plan to real business owners in a live pitch, simulating a real-world entrepreneurial experience.
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Post-Challenge Success:
Each team will receive 10 units of their product to sell, keeping all profits from their sales!
Learning Outcomes:
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Team Building: Develop essential teamwork and collaboration skills.
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Confidence Boosting: Gain self-assurance through creative problem-solving and pitching.
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Career Aspirations: Inspire students to think about their future in business and entrepreneurship.
Suitable for all ages and abilities.
