Dear Parent/Carer,
National Apprenticeship Week: Monday 10th – Sunday 16th February
The National Apprenticeship week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy.
The theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2025 will be ‘Skills for Life’; National Apprenticeship week 2025’s theme encourages everyone to consider and celebrate how apprenticeships and their skills help individuals develop rewarding careers, and employers to develop a workforce with future-ready skills.
Erdington Academy Plan for the Week
| Year Group | Details |
| Year 7 | Year 7 will begin their National Apprenticeship week by visiting a ‘What is an Apprenticeship’ Assembly, followed by a form time ‘Guess the logo quiz’. Teachers’ will refer to apprenticeships during lessons this week and students will have the opportunity to complete an interactive booklet linked to achievement point prizes. |
| Year 8 | Year 8 will begin their National Apprenticeship week by visiting a ‘What is an Apprenticeship’ Assembly, followed by a form time ‘Guess the logo quiz’. Teachers’ will refer to apprenticeships during lessons this week and students will have the opportunity to complete an interactive booklet linked to achievement point prizes |
| Year 9 | Year 9 will begin their apprenticeship week by a form time ‘Guess the logo quiz and attend an apprenticeship assembly on allocated assembly day. Teachers’ will refer to apprenticeships during lessons this week and students will have the opportunity to complete an interactive booklet linked to achievement point prizes. In addition, Interested Selected students will then engage in a range of different activities:
– 12.02.25 – ‘The Army Webinar’ 1.10pm – 2.00pm – 14.02.25 – ‘The Army’ In Person Session and Q&A – 11.40am – 12.40pm |
| Year 10 | Year 10 will begin their apprenticeship week by a form time ‘Guess the logo quiz’ and attend an apprenticeship assembly on allocated assembly date. Teachers’ will refer to apprenticeships during lessons this week and students will have the opportunity to complete an interactive booklet linked to achievement point prizes. In addition,
Interested selected students will then engage in a range of activities: – 10.02.25 – Rolls Royce Apprenticeship presentation 11.40 – 12.40 – Pro Direct football academy presentation 2.10 – 3.10 – 12.02.25 – The Belfry Apprenticeship programme 11.40 – 1.40 – 14.02.25 – Open City Creative Industries event 8.40 – 10.20 – Army Visit and presentation 11.40 – 12.40 |
| Year 11 | Year 11 will begin their apprenticeship week by a form time ‘Guess the logo quiz’ and attend an apprenticeship assembly on allocated assembly date. Teachers’ will refer to apprenticeships during lessons this week and students will have the opportunity to complete an interactive booklet linked to achievement point prizes. In addition, interested selected students will then engage in a range of activities:
– 10.02.25 – Rolls Royce Apprenticeship presentation 10.40 – 11.40 – 10.02.25 – Pro Direct football academy presentation 2.10 – 3.10 – 14.02.25 – Army Visit and presentation 11.40 – 12.40 |
There are also several online virtual events and support material for students and parents:
- National Apprenticeship Week
- NAW Schools and Colleges Toolkit
- National Apprenticeship Week
- NAW2025 – Amazing Apprenticeships
- National Apprenticeship Week 2025, 10 – 16 February 2025
Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Miss Cambridge. Academy Careers Advisor m.cambridge@erdington.fmat.co.uk
Yours sincerely,
Miss M Cambridge
Careers Advisor
