A teacher supporting young students in the classroom with an EDT STEM project

The world around us is driven by STEM innovation

From the smartphones in our pockets to advances in medicine and solutions to the challenges of climate change, STEM underpins almost every aspect of our lives. A strong foundation in STEM subjects opens doors to a wide range of rewarding careers. It also fosters critical thinking skills, collaboration, and the ability to solve complex problems – skills all young people need to thrive in our fast-changing world.

In recent years a STEM skills gap has begun to emerge, costing the UK economy £1.5bn per year. This figure is set to increase as the sector rapidly evolves, meanwhile young people across the UK are left without the skills needed for future success in the world of work.

Our pathways support young people to -

  • Build core employability skills at each level including creativity, innovation, digital, confidence, resilience to support journey to work readiness.
  • Develop STEM knowledge.
  • Develop key skills for life, study, and employment including teamwork, problem solving, and communication.
  • Help young people understand the academic and vocational pathways into STEM careers and give them confidence that they can succeed in STEM.
  • Introduce young people to diverse role models and mentors, so that young people from all backgrounds and communities can see themselves in STEM.
  • Support young people on their journey to their first job.