A report released today by Speakers for Schools highlights the concerning issue of work experience being a key factor for university admissions, potentially creating a double disadvantage for students from underprivileged backgrounds.
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Quick Updates: Gatsby Foundation Trust & Crown Prosecution Service
This week has seen a few of us under the weather or swamped with work, so I wanted to share two quick updates that might be helpful and spread some cheer!
Continue reading “Quick Updates: Gatsby Foundation Trust & Crown Prosecution Service”Teams Events – Post Covid School and Workplace environment
Earlier this month, the AEBP successfully launched its inaugural online event series utilising Microsoft Teams. This digital gathering brought together a diverse group of attendees, including both members and non-members, to engage in a stimulating discussion about the evolving landscape of schools and workplaces in the post-COVID era. Participants shared valuable insights and perspectives on the array of products and services now available to educational institutions, particularly highlighting the emergence of innovative virtual solutions.
Continue reading “Teams Events – Post Covid School and Workplace environment”Leaders Conference 2020
The Association of Education Business Professionals first annual inspirational Leaders Conference was hosted at the prestigious Edge Foundation’s London Offices. Continue reading “Leaders Conference 2020”
AEBP Members gathering a huge success…
The first members gathering of the AEBP in November was a huge success. Members across the country came together to network, share working practises, see the new members web portal / directory in action and to discuss the future direction of the AEBP. Everyone agreed the event was extremely worthwhile and said they would recommend it to other EBP organisations.
Full evaluation data for the day is available to download on this hyperlink and some great ideas and suggestions were captured from the members.
Somerset EBP Launch! – Andrew Hanson, Somerset EBP Manager
What do multi-national energy projects and small digital agencies have in common? Firstly, they both need the right skills to succeed. Secondly, both play a key role in the Somerset economy. These were just two business sectors represented at the Somerset Education Business Partnership launch on Wednesday 24 October. Continue reading “Somerset EBP Launch! – Andrew Hanson, Somerset EBP Manager”
The AEBP History
About us:
The AEBP has been re-constituted from EBPn following 18 months of planning and hard work by a small group of EBPn members.
Background:
Fifteen years ago, we were represented by the National EBP network – NEBP. Funding was available from central government for a team of full time staff to keep this body at the forefront of careers, enterprise and employability work. We enjoyed Continue reading “The AEBP History”
Welcome
Welcome from the Chair:
I am delighted to announce today the re-launch of the National Network for Education Business Partnerships.
Formerly known as EBPn, we have re-constituted and rebranded as AEBP, The Association of Education Business Professionals. We are a membership body comprising of over 55 organisations dedicated to preparing young people for the world of work. Continue reading “Welcome”
Partnerships: it all adds up
TEAMING UP WITH BOTH LOCAL AND NATIONAL BUSINESSES AND ORGANISATIONS CAN PROVIDE HUGE BENEFITS TO YOUR SCHOOL
In a series of seven weekly workshops, children and parents explored the practical and emotional aspects of managing money. A total of 60 pupils took part, across two Year 5 classes. Continue reading “Partnerships: it all adds up”
Collaborating “Subjects in the City”
Local Education Business Partnerships (EBPs) play a key role in bringing together schools, businesses and community organisations in local areas and supporting tens of thousands of pupils every year to develop their employability skills and drive up their aspirations. Some EBPs are coordinated by the borough, and others are independent bodies that work in partnership with their local council.
Subjects in the City was an innovative project which aimed to bring together City business and teachers from local schools to enrich the curriculum across a range of areas. Continue reading “Collaborating “Subjects in the City””