Delivered in May 2020, the week-long initiative reached more than 2,000 Year 10 and S4 pupils from 300 secondary schools across England, Scotland and Wales. Designed as a collaborative digital experience, the programme centred on a real-world design challenge that engaged students across the full breadth of STEM subjects, while showcasing the scale, diversity and social impact of careers in construction.
Learning in Lockdown was developed and delivered as a not-for-profit initiative, supported by a network of industry partners, social enterprises and education specialists. Class of Your Own, Learn Live and Engineering Development Trust (EDT) provided delivery and accreditation through the Industrial Cadets scheme, with additional backing from SCAPE framework delivery partners, supply chain contractors and mentors across the sector.
Mobilised in just a matter of weeks, the programme achieved national reach during an unprecedented period of disruption, generating significant interest from schools and industry alike. It delivered measurable social value, maintained high-quality learning outcomes and ensured students remained inspired and connected to future opportunities, proving that innovation and collaboration can remove barriers to access, even in the most challenging circumstances.
Read more about some of the most notable outcomes of the week here.
