University Explorers - Impact Highlights
What last year's University Explorers achieved
In spring 2025, 14 Year 6 pupils in care from Coventry, Warwickshire and Solihull joined us for four exciting days on campus. They explored university life, met student ambassadors, and built confidence and skills. Here’s what changed—and what pupils, carers, and schools had to say.
Skills growth:
- Confidence improved across all pupils
- Strongest gains in social skills (talking to new people +1.63)
- Teamwork and communication developed through group projects and challenges
Knowledge gains:
- Better understanding of university life (+0.78)
- Increased awareness of courses (+0.64) and campus facilities (+1.00)
- Learned how students study (+1.22) and explored career pathways (+0.93)
Biggest benefit:
Working with and speaking to new people - pupils valued making friends and meeting ambassadors.
Voices from the Programme
Pupil Voice
Teacher Voice
"He thoroughly enjoyed taking part! Listening to the presentation, it was clear that the team had a passion for the programme and the benefits for the young people inspired by their engagement was clearly seen in the positive celebration and discussions."
"Fantastic programme that our pupil has thoroughly enjoyed. A great idea and we’re hoping it encourages her to think seriously about further education."
"...reported really enjoying University Explorers and the variety of activities each day offered."
"Fabulous opportunity for Year 6 students, it's wonderful for them to have a goal in mind."
Parent/Carer Voice - Word Cloud
How has your young person benefitted from the programme?
