EDUCATION PROVIDERS

As well as supporting over 1000 schools across the UK through our flagship programmes, we also welcome collaborations with other mission-aligned organisations and education providers working across the enterprise education landscape. If we can work together to improve the life outcomes of young people and particularly those from underserved communities or under-represented groups, then let’s meet and get started.

PEARSON

 At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realise the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. That’s why our c. 18,000 Pearson employees are committed to creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are the world’s leading learning company, serving customers in nearly 200 countries with digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data. For us, learning isn’t just what we do. Visit Pearson at www.pearsonplc.com

Laura Hall, Product Manager for BTEC Business, Enterprise and Law said:

“Pearson has been developing Enterprise and Entrepreneurship qualifications in partnership with the Peter Jones Foundation for over 15 years, supporting young people to develop the skills needed to contribute to the economic growth of the UK and internationally. Enterprise and Entrepreneurial skills not only give young people the confidence to start their own enterprises but also add value to an organisation's workforce, engaging in innovative, strategic and creative mindsets, impacting the survival and growth of organisations. We believe in supporting enterprise education for all.”

X FORCES

X-Forces Enterprise (XFE) is a Community Interest Company (CIC) that nurtures entrepreneurial ambition and enterprise skills specifically within the military community. Over the years, X-Forces have supported over 2,100 businesses start-up, and supported many more through peer-to-peer support, helped beneficiaries access over £19.6 million in start-up funds and they have delivered over 35,000 hours of training. We were proud to part with X Forces for our Vetern Tycoon Enterprise Programme.

About the programme, Alex Henderson, found of The Coffee Collective said:

“I was injured during operations, having worked in bomb disposal for 12 years. X-Forces and PJF provided me with encouragement and a platform to try my idea and test the waters. I feel comfortable running The Coffee Collective.”

2B ENTERPRISING

2B Enterprising was founded by Sue Poole and Mark Hindmarsh –  who recognised that to make a significant change to the entrepreneurial skills of our workforce, we need to work with them from a very early age.

Jayne Brewer, CEO at 2B Enterprising

"It's great to collaborate with organisations such as PJF to raise awareness and engagement in entrepreneurial learning. The activities and challenges set are stimulating and really valuable for those who get involved. The competitions emulate very real and authentic scenarios which help young people see how valuable enterprise skills are to all work/life environments. We're keen to continue working with PJF to raise the ambitions of young people across the UK.”

TALENTINO

Talentino helps your special school, mainstream school, or FE College to deliver better careers guidance through our specialist SEND Careers programmes which:

  • Improve your Careers strategy and overall structure

  • Equip you with SEND specialist careers resources

  • Train your staff to be more confident delivering careers guidance to SEND students

  • Grow the number of employers working with you

  • Increase the number of Gatsby Benchmarks improving the range of destinations your students consider

Jenny Connick FRSA Founder Talentino

Talentino’s new partnership with the Peter Jones Foundation means that SEND students from 37 special schools, schools and FE Colleges have now joined the Talentino Tycoon Enterprise Competition and are applying right now for £1000 start-up funding – 100% of the funding applications that have been made have been successful! Remember, enterprise is a powerful way for SEND students to demonstrate their skills and potential to employers.

BE YOUR OWN BOSS

The Be Your Own Boss (BYOB) Programme sits in our Educate programme stream and has been developed in partnership with Malvern Business Academy. We aim to offer multiple opportunities to these young people until they find their preferred path to a positive future. Through this process there is improvement in self-esteem, group work, communication skills as well as English, Maths and ICT. Outcomes for our BYOB graduates include full- time employment, apprenticeships, ICS volunteer overseas programme, further education at college, voluntary work and an improvement in mental health.

Beryl Cuckney, Managing Director of Malvern Business Academy

“The Peter Jones Foundation has believed in the work we do with young care leavers since its inception in 2016.  Friendly, motivating and understanding throughout the year, PJF  provides a platform of recognition for our young people at Graduation that has a huge positive impact on them committing to a sustainable independent future, whether that be in education or employment.”