Peter Jones Foundation Proudly Welcomes Cambourne Village College as the Newest Peter Jones Enterprise Academy

We are delighted to welcome Cambourne Village College as the latest Peter Jones Enterprise Academy, joining a prestigious network dedicated to nurturing young entrepreneurial talent across the UK. This exciting partnership will equip students with the practical skills, knowledge, and experience needed to thrive in the modern business world. 

Developed by renowned entrepreneur and star of Dragons’ Den, Peter Jones CBE, in partnership with Pearson (Edexcel), the UK’s largest educational awarding body, the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy offers tailored courses that give young people a head starts in their careers. Whether students aim to become entrepreneurs or continue their education, the Academy provides the support into those pathways.  

Students aged 16-19 enrol onto the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy at Cambourne Village College, where the BTEC Enterprise and Entrepreneurship course allows students to gain hands-on experience in real-world business scenarios, building the skills essential for future success in any industry.  

The National Entrepreneur of the Year competition is a highlight of the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy programme. Students who enter the competition undergo a selection process, with finalists invited to pitch their business ideas directly to Peter Jones CBE and an esteemed panel of judges, with the winner receiving a £5,000 to invest in their business. 

Head of Cambourne Sixth Form, Frankie Rose said, 
“We’re delighted to partner with the Peter Jones Foundation in support of the young people studying BTEC Enterprise and Entrepreneurship. These aspiring entrepreneurs have been thrilled to be welcomed by the Peter Jones team and look forward to continuing their progress with the support of Foundation and their expert teachers, led by the Business Department.”  

Jeremy Meylan, Teacher of Business Studies at Cambourne Sixth Form said, 
“The PJEA program visibly takes the future of young entrepreneurs at heart by striving to support and encourage schools to enrich the experience of the learners in its network. We are looking forward to taking part in the competitions and challenges brought to us alongside the other opportunities on offer!” 

To find out more about the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy, visit: https://www.peterjonesfoundation.org/peter-jones-enterprise-academy