Activate mentoring

The award winning Activate Mentoring Programme is now going into its fourth academic year. This year there has been an 80% increase in the number of schools across the Solent area signing up to the Activate Mentoring Programme with EBP South.

Schools recognise the value of 1-1 mentoring and the support a business mentor can bring. Mentoring helps students grow their confidence, engage them in their future planning, develop their soft skills and increase their resilience.

Activate Mentoring:

Target groups - Years 9, 10 and 11
Target groups - students lacking motivation or confidence
1-1 weekly support with an business mentor
Selection, training, vetting and support managed by EBP South
Mentors matched to the student
We measure the outcomes and provide an impact report

Outcomes

Increased confidence and self-esteem
Increased likelihood of achieving potential
Increased engagement in future planning
Increased motivation and engagement
Increased resilience

Contact us

Contact Jane directly for a conversation about how EBP South's Activate Mentoring Programme could benefit your students:

Telephone: 02392 283400
Email mentoring@ebpsouth.co.uk

"A student emailed saying "Thanks for everything you have done it has helped me get to where I am today." That made it all worth it and is why I choose to mentor." Business Mentor.

The programme is run by EBP South on behalf of The Blagrave Trust and The Careers and Enterprise Company.

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EBP South provide a complete work experience service for schools in the Solent region.
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Work experience

EBP South provide a complete work experience service for schools in the Solent region.
Mentoring opportunities

Mentor a young person you're matched to at your local school aged (14-16).
Our mission

To inspire and prepare young people for the world of work because we believe in broadening horizons for young people to reach their future potential.
Work experience

Any size business in any industry can provide work experience to young people through EBP South; it's simple and easy.
Mentor
Mentoring

Pass on your experience, knowledge, your work experience by mentoring a young person.
Why get involved

If you want to give back and support young people in your area, get involved with EBP South.
Career Development Team

EBP South provides careers education, information, advice and guidance services for schools, led by high quality, qualified and experienced staff.
Where we work

EBP South works across Hampshire, Isle of Wight and surrounding areas.
Leadership Team

The Leadership Team manage the many different services EBP South offers to schools and businesses whilst ensuring they are bringing EBP South's mission to life.