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

Can you write a ghost story?

From spine-chilling suspense tales to spooky ghost stories, you could end up being published with the Young Writers Ghost Stories competition!

RAF Cadets

If you're a fan of aviation, action and adventure, love sports and getting to know people then the RAF Cadets could be right for you.

Wonderful Physical Geography

The Physical Geography Photo Competition returns for a 6th year, encouraging students to explore and photograph the 'Wonderful Physical Geography' around them.

Wimbledon International Short Film Festival

This annual competition offers budding filmmakers in the UK and abroad who are 16 or older the opportunity to create and submit a film.

Work for BT

BT Work Experience placements are offered to young people aged 16-24. You'll learn skills of what it's like to work in a real life work place.

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.

Illustration Friday

Illustration Friday is a fun and inspiring weekly art challenge. It also happens to be an eye-catching blog and a lively, supportive online community.

A Piece of Cake

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.

Showcase your STEM talent

The Big Bang UK Young Scientists & Engineers Competition:This national competition rewards you for producing fantastic STEM work.

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.

The Young Engineer Programme

The Young Engineer Programme gives students aged 15-18 engineering work experience with a group of distinguished engineers from some of the biggest names in the industry.

Life changing expeditions

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

The Young Architect Programme

The Young Architect Programme gives students aged 15-18 a thrilling immersion into the world of Architecture with some of the top names in the industry.

Study in Europe

Summer Schools in Europe for students. Explore new cultures with these excellent summer courses. Range of available courses to peak your interest.

Cook up a storm with future chef

Aged between 12-16 keen to learn more about cooking? You can gain experience, meet professionals and develop your skills through Springboard’s FutureChef!

The Young Journalist Programme

Become immersed in a series of interactive role plays, seminars, and Q&A sessions, to give you a 360-degree experience of journalism.

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’

Commedia dell’Arte Workshop

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

Worldwide Debating

The World Schools Debating Championships (WSDC) is a global competition for high school debaters, representing countries rather than individual schools.

Engineer with SONY

SONY opens their doors to schools and local groups offering regular tours to encourage an interest in manufacturing and technology amongst young people.

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.

Work experience at the BBC

Each year the BBC invites over 1,000 people to take part in work experience. These are two week opportunities for you to come and see how the BBC works.

Sea Cadets

Aged 10-18? Eager to learn new skills and experience exhilarating adventures on land and water? Then the sea cadets could be the opportunity for you!

Speak Your Mind

National Public Speaking Competition for Years 9-11 - the biggest public speaking competition in the UK, with around 400 teams.

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!

The Young Doctor Programme

The Young Doctor Programme, will immerse you in interactive role plays, seminars, and Q&A to give you a 360-degree experience of practising medicine.

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.

The Young Computer Scientist Programme

The Young Computer Scientist Programme takes students aged 15-18 on an interactive journey through today’s most pioneering technology.

Boost your confidence

Teen Style Camp: A unique camp for girls aged 13-19 with an interest in the fashion industry. Aims to boost confidence and self esteem.

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.

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