Putting creative careers within reach
Brought to you by Channel 4 and powered by GetMyFirstJob, 4Schools brings the idea of creative careers into the real world for students aged 11-16. With virtual workshops, live assemblies, digital resources and a national competition, there's plenty of opportunities for your school to get involved.
Register NowCreating the future
Inspiring 11-16 year olds to discover an achievable career in TV and Broadcasting.
When your students think of TV, it's probably presenters and actors that first come to mind, but there's a host of incredibly important people behind the scenes that allow the on-screen talent to star in the programmes we all know and love. 4Schools will introduce your students to careers such as set designers, location managers, sound mixers, scheduling managers and many more options that could become an achievable future for them all. The programme delivers all of this, all whilst meeting Gatsby Benchmarks and other Curriculum markers, wherever you are in the UK.
Register NowOpening up the world of Television
Through expert led virtual and face to face events, your students will find out what goes on behind the scenes to make their favourite TV programmes, how many people it takes, and how this could be a part of their future career.
Sign UpPractical career skills and advice
Download our resources and give your students practical advice prior to choosing their options. Putting a creative career within reach early in their education from ages 11-16.
Download nowThere's no wrong answers
Your students will be able to find the right career for them with our careers quiz
Created with input from experts in TV, Broadcasting and Digital Media, the 4Schools careers quiz gives students insight to careers that could be a fit for their passions and personalities.
Find out moreThe UK creative industry is bigger than you may ever have thought.
With the likes of Netflix, Disney+ and other streaming giants entering the market, it's an industry that shows no signs of slowing down, but evolving with our ever changing consumer habits.
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What is 4Schools?
How do I get my school involved?
What ages is the programme for?
Am I eligible for a live workshop?
- The Midlands
- Yorkshire
- The North East
- The North West
- Bristol, Gloucestershire & Wiltshire
- Hampshire
- Limited areas in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
What Curriculum markers will I meet?
But no matter where you are in the UK, our content and resources are designed to help enrich your curriculum and aid the learning and development of your students.