F4S

F4S: Shaping Future Careers through Educational-Tech Initiatives

F4S (Founders4Schools) is an educational-tech charity committed to bridging the gap between young students and the evolving job market. By collaborating with volunteer business leaders from early-stage scaling and scaleup businesses, F4S offers children and young people a unique opportunity to engage with creators of tomorrow's jobs, inspiring the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs.

Key Programmes and Offerings:

• Webinar Services: Facilitates connection between students and business volunteers, especially in rural areas, through an innovative series of webinars.
• Educational Resources: Provides webinars for educators, guiding them through F4S’s online platform and enhancing student engagement.

Skill Development and Career Insights:

• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Equips young people with entrepreneurial, social, and problem-solving skills.
• Sector Focus: Emphasizes growing sectors like STEM and business/finance, offering insights into various career paths.

Notable Initiatives:

• Maths4Girls (M4G): Encourages both female and male students to explore maths-based careers, with a significant positive impact on student optimism and well-being.
• Sustainable Programme: In partnership with WWF UK and Villiers Park Educational Trust, this programme focuses on sustainable careers and the green economy.

Digital Boost Programme:

• Partnership with BCG Digital Ventures: Offers digital knowledge support to small businesses and charities.
• Mentorship and Workshops: Provides one-to-one sessions, workshops, and action recommendations through digital mentors.
• Broad Reach and Impact: Has facilitated 8,100 connections and delivered workshops to 2,300 participants, providing support valued at £2m.

Diverse Support and Impact:

• Wide Beneficiary Base: Approximately half of those supported are female, with over 35% from ethnic minority backgrounds.

F4S stands out as a key player in the educational-tech landscape, seamlessly connecting the realms of education and business. Through its diverse range of programs, F4S is not only fostering a new generation of skilled professionals but also enriching the community by bringing together students, educators, and business leaders.