Ages 5-11 Ages 11-13 Ages 14-16Ages 16-18+

This is where pathways take shape. STEMboots for ages 16+ supports students as they prepare for their next step—whether that’s university, an apprenticeship, or entering the workplace. We provide insight, guidance, and real-world context to help students make informed decisions about their future.

What you’ll experience

  • Guidance on career pathways into STEM
  • Further Insight into apprenticeships and university routes
  • Exposure to real industry expectations
  • Content designed to build confidence and readiness
  • Finding the apprenticeship, what to look for in good work experience why do it etc.
  • Guidance to assist you in applying for a role/apprenticeship:

    • Personal statement support
    • Mock interviews
    • Real project briefs from industry

What STEM looks like at this stage

  • 🎓 Exploring university and apprenticeship options
  • 📄 Preparing applications and personal statements
  • 🗣️ Building communication and interview confidence
  • 🔗 Connecting learning with real-world industry

What we focus on

  • Helping students understand their options
  • Bridging the gap between education and industry
  • Supporting career decision-making

For educators and partners

  • Workshops focused on employability and pathways
  • Industry-led insight sessions
  • Opportunities to connect students with employers
  • Celebration of key STEM awareness events and national campaigns throughout the year

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Resources and Downloads 

Explore STEM resources

To help teachers deliver engaging STEM learning with minimal preparation, STEMboots offers a range of free downloadable resources that support careers education, STEM enrichment, and classroom discussions.

Designed for use in classrooms, careers events, STEM clubs, and display areas, these resources help students make meaningful connections between their learning and future career opportunities.

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Continue your journey

Your STEM journey doesn’t stop here.

👉 Discover Early Career support with EEMUA

SAFEGUARDING NOTE

We welcome participation across all age groups. For younger audiences, we work with schools, educators, and guardians to ensure appropriate safeguarding and consent practices are followed.

Schools and Educators → Partners and Organisations → Members and Associates