Opportunities, Competitions & Challenges for 12-18 yrs at Oodles!

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All 30 /Arts 14 /Enterprise & Careers 9 /Geography & Nature 3 /Higher Ed 2 /Humanities 4 /Programmes 11 /Speaking & Politics 3 /Sport 2 /STEM 11 /Volunteer 3

The Young Political Leader Programme

The Young Political Leader Programme takes students aged 15-18 on an immersive exploration through some of the most coveted careers in global politics.

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The Young Political Leader Programme takes students aged 15-18 on an immersive exploration through some of the most coveted careers in global politics.

Engineering Minds

Engineering Minds, a Robotics and Coding Club, empowering children for their future by becoming the next generation of scientists, engineers and developers.

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Engineering Minds, a Robotics and Coding Club, empowering children for their future by becoming the next generation of scientists, engineers and developers.

Weekly Art Challenge

Like any skill, drawing and painting takes practice.The weekly art challenge with Art Starts for Kids is designed to help keep you practicing.

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Like any skill, drawing and painting takes practice.The weekly art challenge with Art Starts for Kids is designed to help keep you practicing.

Go the extra mile

Young people can take a DofE adventure through a range of programmes & activities in 5 areas: Volunteering, Skills, Physical, Expedition and a Residential.

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Young people can take a DofE adventure through a range of programmes & activities in 5 areas: Volunteering, Skills, Physical, Expedition and a Residential.

Paint for the Planet!

To be in with a chance of displaying a colourful creation at London’s Natural History Museum create a group 'mini-exhibition' reflecting the theme ‘Endangered’

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To be in with a chance of displaying a colourful creation at London’s Natural History Museum create a group 'mini-exhibition' reflecting the theme ‘Endangered’

The Young Lawyer Programme

The Young Lawyer Programme is the legal work experience programme for students aged 15-18. Delivered powerfully by leading lawyers from across the board.

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The Young Lawyer Programme is the legal work experience programme for students aged 15-18. Delivered powerfully by leading lawyers from across the board.

National Youth Film Academy

National Youth Film Academy are on a mission to locate, nurture and promote the very best young filmmakers and actors in the UK.

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National Youth Film Academy are on a mission to locate, nurture and promote the very best young filmmakers and actors in the UK.

Give the Gift of Christmas

Pack a shoebox full of essentials to be sent to those in need, giving the gift of Christmas. You can also donate to send a pre packed box!

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Pack a shoebox full of essentials to be sent to those in need, giving the gift of Christmas. You can also donate to send a pre packed box!

Young Artists' Summer Show

The first-ever Young Artists’ Summer Show features inspiring artworks by talented young artists aged 7–19 from the UK and beyond.

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The first-ever Young Artists’ Summer Show features inspiring artworks by talented young artists aged 7–19 from the UK and beyond.

Young Game Designers

Young Game Designers is an initiative by BAFTA that inspires and supports young people aged 10-18 to create, develop and present their new game idea to the world.

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Young Game Designers is an initiative by BAFTA that inspires and supports young people aged 10-18 to create, develop and present their new game idea to the world.

Hampton Court's Handmade Festival

A celebration of artisanal creativity where you can explore, taste, test or try your hand at the products crafted by independent producers.

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A celebration of artisanal creativity where you can explore, taste, test or try your hand at the products crafted by independent producers.

History Folklore and Festivities

Pagan Festivals of the British Isles for anyone with an interest in European literature, literary forms and techniques and the Greek and Roman classics.

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Pagan Festivals of the British Isles for anyone with an interest in European literature, literary forms and techniques and the Greek and Roman classics.

Young Creatives

Aged 13 – 25 and looking for a space and equipment to work on your own creative projects? The Paul Hamlyn Roundhouse Studios are a dedicated creative space.

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Aged 13 – 25 and looking for a space and equipment to work on your own creative projects? The Paul Hamlyn Roundhouse Studios are a dedicated creative space.

Surfers Against Sewage

Surfers against sewage inspire, unite and empower communities to protect oceans, beaches, waves and wildlife. Help clear our beaches and save the Sea life.

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Surfers against sewage inspire, unite and empower communities to protect oceans, beaches, waves and wildlife. Help clear our beaches and save the Sea life.

Oxford Summer Course

Expert academics, superb locations, the chance to grow and learn, fantastic fun days out, friendships that’ll last a lifetime and courses for all ages.

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Expert academics, superb locations, the chance to grow and learn, fantastic fun days out, friendships that’ll last a lifetime and courses for all ages.

Impress future employers

My Kinda Future: Build a shareable CV that you add to as you gain experience. Connect with employers and gain access to big brands.

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My Kinda Future: Build a shareable CV that you add to as you gain experience. Connect with employers and gain access to big brands.

School of Frock

Learn the basics of sewing, fashion design and dress-making, from understanding textiles to pattern cutting and assembling a garment.

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Learn the basics of sewing, fashion design and dress-making, from understanding textiles to pattern cutting and assembling a garment.

National Student Drama Festival

Aged 16-25 with a desire to be nationally recognised as an actor? Then sign up to submit an application for the National Student Drama Festival.

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Aged 16-25 with a desire to be nationally recognised as an actor? Then sign up to submit an application for the National Student Drama Festival.

Engineering work experience at Leonardo

Engineering work experience at Leonardo for students GCSE and A-Level students who show an interest and an aptitude in science and engineering.

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Engineering work experience at Leonardo for students GCSE and A-Level students who show an interest and an aptitude in science and engineering.

Space Foundation Art Contest

The 10th Annual Space Foundation International Student Art Contest invites students aged 3–18, to create original, space-oriented artwork based on this year's theme.

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The 10th Annual Space Foundation International Student Art Contest invites students aged 3–18, to create original, space-oriented artwork based on this year's theme.

Commedia dell'Arte Workshop

This masterclass will offer you the opportunity to discover and expand skills that are fundamental in any performance setting.

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This masterclass will offer you the opportunity to discover and expand skills that are fundamental in any performance setting.

Rick Stein Cookery Course

Calling all young chefs! Learn the basics of preparing and cooking tasty meals in top chef Rick Stein's cooking area.

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Calling all young chefs! Learn the basics of preparing and cooking tasty meals in top chef Rick Stein's cooking area.

Little Cooks

Cooking in a castle? Sounds just like a fairytale! Cookery classes that are hands-on with an emphasis on real food, good ingredients and exciting flavours.

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Cooking in a castle? Sounds just like a fairytale! Cookery classes that are hands-on with an emphasis on real food, good ingredients and exciting flavours.

Debate Academy

Debate Academy is a friendly, immersive summer school for 14 to 18 year olds.Offering top-quality coaching in debate to all ability levels.

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Debate Academy is a friendly, immersive summer school for 14 to 18 year olds.Offering top-quality coaching in debate to all ability levels.

UK Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKRoC)

The UK Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKRoC) is aimed at students aged 11 – 18 to design, build and launch a model rocket with a fragile payload.

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The UK Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKRoC) is aimed at students aged 11 – 18 to design, build and launch a model rocket with a fragile payload.

Rolls Royce Work Experience

Rolls Royce are one of the largest providers of engineering work experience in the UK to young people aged 14-19. Helping them prepare for the workplace.

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Rolls Royce are one of the largest providers of engineering work experience in the UK to young people aged 14-19. Helping them prepare for the workplace.

Unlock your potential with Sky

Sky Academy: Discover a variety of opportunities available at Sky for those looking for a career in sport, the arts, TV or all of the above.

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Sky Academy: Discover a variety of opportunities available at Sky for those looking for a career in sport, the arts, TV or all of the above.

Medical School Interview Workshops

Blue Peanut offers medical school interview and examination training delivered by doctors and medical professionals to students across the UK and abroad.

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Blue Peanut offers medical school interview and examination training delivered by doctors and medical professionals to students across the UK and abroad.

Budding Young Artists

A national art competition for school students with an enthusiasm for art and drawing. Young art is a competition for young people in aid of cancer research.

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A national art competition for school students with an enthusiasm for art and drawing. Young art is a competition for young people in aid of cancer research.

Life changing expeditions

Step outside your comfort zone with World Challenge school expeditions. Develop leadership, teamwork and decision-making skills while travelling abroad.

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Step outside your comfort zone with World Challenge school expeditions. Develop leadership, teamwork and decision-making skills while travelling abroad.

Discover exciting opportunities, competitions & challenges for ages 12-18 yrs!