NEW! Entrepreneur Programme for UK teenagers

What is the Entrepreneur Programme for UK teenagers?

This programme adapts our successful international programmes specifically for UK teenagers, particularly those facing disadvantage. We have developed a hybrid programme for Year 10 students based on learning from our proven international programmes and consultations with teachers, youth group leaders and young people in the UK.

"You will face challenges and failures, but you will also learn and grow from them. You will meet amazing people and discover new things about yourself and your potential. So go for it and don't give up!" Hasnain (from Pakistan)

The programme is designed to assist UK teenagers to develop skills and qualities to realise their talents and prepare for work. In this new programme we combine in-person workshops, virtual drop-in "clinics" for guidance; fun, self-directed learning and real-world activities via phones; a peer community for support and inspiration; and a Dragon’s Den event with prizes to add competitive fun.

The programme will lead teenagers through a learning journey - they will identify needs and opportunities in their community, develop their own business idea that meets those needs, prepare a business plan and launch a real business selling real products or services to a real market.

It may also count towards students' Duke of Edinburgh's Award Skills/Volunteering/Physical section. Please check with your DofE Leader.

We will pilot this new programme for the first time in 5 London state schools with the support of the PA Foundation.

The programme builds on the half-term programme for younger children (Year 6) in the UK that we ran in October 2023. Parents rated their children's experience in the programme 10 out of 10.

“This programme was great, my son learned to get an idea of how a business works. It also helped him develop his confidence, share his ideas, use digital skills and solve problems. Overall we loved it!”


Watch this space as we take this programme to the next level!

CONTACT INFORMATION: Please email us at enquiries@teachamantofish.org.uk if you would like Year 10 students in your school to take part in our programme.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is Teach A Man To Fish? (and why are you offering this course)

Teach A Man To Fish is an established charity in the UK (registration no 1112699) which has, over 15 years, run award-winning programmes for young people and schools around the world.

We turn entrepreneurship education into a powerful project-based experiential learning opportunity - using the process of planning and running a profitable enterprise to develop young people’s teamwork, leadership, problem solving and communication skills; as well as building their understanding of basic business and financial literacy concepts.

Having seen great impact from this approach in other contexts, and across a range of indicators - confidence, educational attainment, long term life outcomes etc. - we’re excited about bringing our work to young people in the UK.

2. Who will be running the sessions?

The sessions will be run by a qualified facilitator who is DBS-checked and has experience of working with young people.

3. Who is the programme for?

Our new fun hands-on programme is aimed at Year 10 students in London state schools. The new programme builds on our experience of delivering similar award-winning programmes around the world.

4. My child has special needs - would s/he be able to attend the programme?

We welcome children with physical and sensory disabilities, as well as children who are neurodiverse. We recommend that you speak to us beforehand, so we can put in place any strategies or adaptations that will improve their experience.

5. Will they actually start the business they plan?

Over the week participants will identify a social cause that inspires them and plan a business that could create the change they want to see. We will certainly encourage all participants to start their businesses during the duration of the programme though it will not be a requirement for programme completion.

6. How much does this programme cost?

It is FREE for Year 10 students to participate in the programme! We are fortunate to have the support of the PA Foundation to launch this initiative.

7. Will my child get a certificate?

Yes! Each participant will receive a Certificate of Achievement in recognition of their learning at the end of the experience/week.

11. Why take part in the programme?

It’s a fun and hands-on experience!
Develop key skills such as confidence, communication, teamwork and problem solving
Learn about businesses
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If you have not found the answer to your question here, please send us an email to enquiries@teachamantofish.org.uk or a WhatsApp message to +44 (0)7708 219089.

We'll be happy to hear from you!


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