Inspiring Sixth Form Students at The Cavendish School
At The Cavendish School, Philippa Shaw, Careers Coordinator, wanted her Sixth Form students to adopt a forward-thinking mindset and gain insights from successful role models. Using the F4S platform, she invited three inspiring local business leaders to speak to 50 new Sixth Form students as they began their academic year:
• John Harrison, Founder of Schoople
• Sean Redmond, Founder & CEO of Vertizan
• Robin Pickering, CEO of Cortex
The result? A hugely positive and impactful experience for both students and speakers!

A Message of Inspiration
The students were highly engaged, and the feedback reflected the value of connecting with professionals who have real-world experience.
“The event went very well, I’ve had some good feedback from the students.”
– Philippa Shaw
“The event was well attended, and the attention of the students was high. It was nice to share some of the things I’ve learnt over the years as well as discovering the odd entrepreneurial spirit among them. If they go away with just one thing, it would be that they really can achieve anything if they set their mind to it!”
– John Harrison
“It was a pleasure to talk with the Sixth Form as they embark on their new school year. These students will be entering the job market at the most exciting time for technology innovation ever. They should never doubt that a small team of people can change the world, and the choices they make now need to provide a springboard for their future.”
– Sean Redmond
Why Every School Should Get Involved
Philippa would recommend F4S to every school across the country. Connecting students with inspiring local business leaders can help them broaden their aspirations, think positively about their future, and understand the value of perseverance and innovation.
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