At Hampstead School, we believe learning goes far beyond the classroom. We encourage our students to get involved in a wide range of projects, programmes, and experiences that help them grow, connect with the community, and develop new skills.
We regularly update this page with exciting opportunities that are local, affordable, and valuable for your career and personal development. From volunteering and work experience to creative workshops and competitions, there’s something for everyone.
Please be aware that these opportunities are provided by external organisations. Hampstead School is not responsible for the content or delivery of these activities.
Check back often to see what’s new! If you would like us to share your opportunity with our students, or if you know of an exciting opportunity that we haven't included, please email us at enquiries@hampsteadschool.org.uk.
Current Opportunities
These opportunities are listed by event date, and some may have application deadlines several months in advance. Please check each link for complete details as early as possible.
Mindful Movers
Topic: Self-care
Date: from Monday 16 June
Years: 11 to 13
About: Mindful Movers is for Camden and Islington young people aged 16-24. It is a six-week, group-based therapeutic yoga programme, led by a qualified Yoga Teacher and supervised by a Clinical Psychologist. Its aim is to help young people who are currently underactive improve their physical and mental wellbeing.
Details: Click here for more information or to apply.
JCA/London Fashion Academy Virtual Open Evening
Topic: Fashion Design
Date: 18 June
Years: any
About: If you want to become the next fashion pioneer and follow in the steps of the world’s most acclaimed shoe designer Prof. Jimmy Choo OBE, you should find out about what makes JCA unique by attending their virtual Open Evening from 4-5pm on 18 June.
Details: Click here for more information or to apply.
London School of Economics (LSE) Festival 2025
Topic: Lectures, Workshops
Date: 16 to 21 June
Years: any
About: Taking place from 16-21 June, the theme of the Festival this year is “Visions for the Future”; How will AI, new technologies and innovation shape our societies. There are some amazing public lectures on offer which can be attended either in person or online. Short films and skills sessions around building an impactful career are also available. All events are free and open to all.
Details: https://www.lse.ac.uk/Events/LSE-Festival/About-the-LSE-Festival
EY Apprenticeship Opportunities
Topic: Webinar
Date: 18 June
Years: 11 to 13
About: Join us for an inspiring webinar on 18th June, where you'll discover the exciting apprenticeship opportunities available at EY, and learn how the EY Women’s Network can help develop the skills you need to stand out, as you start your career in business and finance.
Details: https://www.ukuniversitysearch.com/institution-fairs/women-in-finance
Escape Studios: Interested in Animation, Games and VFX?
Topic: Open Day
Date: 21 June
Years: not specified, recommended for undergraduate applicants
About: Escape Studios work closely with industry partners to ensure their degree programmes remain relevant and impactful. From Programming for Games and VFX to Concept Art and Experience Design, they offer a number of creative courses designed to prepare you for this exciting industry.
Details: https://www.escapestudios.ac.uk/events/undergraduate-open-days/
Discover Finance
Topic: Work Insight Programme
Date: 30 June to 1 July
Years: 12 and 13
About: A work insight programme where Year 12-13s are invited to spend time at 2 London firms across 2-days.By joining our programme, they see the breadth of skills, roles, cultures and organisations that make up the finance eco-system, inspiring them to learn more about a career in finance. Students will hear from a range of firms and employees; undertake a real workplace project and grow both their skills and understanding of the sector. Post programme, they will have access to information about early careers roles at the host firms. If you have any questions, feel free to contact discoverfinance@connectr.com
Details: https://forms.microsoft.com/e/kJpM5CTSb4
UniFrog Virtual work experience week 2025
Topic: Work Experience (various)
Date: 30 June to July 4
Years: not specified, recommended for undergraduate applicants
About: UniFrog are running a set of virtual work experience opportunities during the week 30 June – July 4. These include opportunities with the NHS, EDF Energy, Forvis Mazars and the British Army. They involve 6hrs of time.
Details: Click here for more information or to apply.
University for the Creative Arts Farnham - Free Year 10 Taster Days
Topic: Creative Workshops
Date: 24 to 25 July
Years: 10
About: Take part in creative workshops, experience a university campus and work with professional artists! Applications close Wednesday 16 July.
Details: https://www.uca.ac.uk/study-at-uca/heon/taster-days/
Camden Summer University
Topic: Various
Years: 8 to 13
About: CSU are offering our usual wide range of FREE ACTIVITIES all summer long, courses ranging from Bubble Tea Making to Vegan Cooking; Creative Writing, Clay making and Fashion Design. To get involved you must be eligible. Young people must be aged between 13 to 19, and live in the London Borough of Camden or study at a Camden Maintained School.
Details: https://www.cmdn.co.uk/
Young Leaders Path Programme
Topic: Work Experience
Date: 28 July to 1 August
Years 11 to 13
About: Fitch Group is running the third year of their Young Leaders Path Program, which provides Year 11 to 13 students with a week-long program of technical and professional skills building, while also showcasing what a corporate office environment entails. The program can be a stepping stone towards their Financial Services Career Accelerator 10 week accredited program, and will cover 1) Future Work Readiness, 2) Financial Education, 3) Technology and Digital Literacy, and 4) Glocal Citizens and Wellbeing. This placement will run from their offices in Canary Wharf from 28th July to 1st August for a group of 35 students. 27 June application deadline.
Details: Interested students should contact Ms Morrell.
Fashion Retail Academy Summer School
Topic: Fashion Design
Dates: 29 July to 7 August
Years: 9 to 13
About: This is an opportunity for students aged 14-17 with an interest in following a pathway towards fashion. The programme focusses on sustainability, up-cycling, graphic design and marketing. There will be the opportunity to visit a fashion brand during the week as well as learning about working in a fashion environment and the fashion industry.
Details: Click here for more information or to apply.
UK University and Apprenticeship Search Fair
Topic: 15 October
Years: any
About: This exciting and informative event will provide attendees with the opportunity to speak to a multitude of universities including; Russell Group, red brick, specialist and modern universities. Students will also be able to talk to a variety of the UK’s best apprenticeship providers, HE colleges, specialist institutions, and student related organisations. The fair is for students of all abilities and aims to widen participation as well as cater for higher academic achievers. Email jude@ukuniversitysearch.co.uk to find out more and/or book places.
Details: https://www.ukuniversitysearch.com/storage/app/uploads/public/67a/cbe/a44/67acbea44476b042516122.pdf
Ongoing Opportunities
Open University Free Courses
Topic: Various
About: OpenLearn from the Open University. The Open University are offering a number of free badged courses that cover a range of core subjects and professional competencies essential for the modern workplace. These include “Managing my money for young adults” and “COVID-19: Immunology, vaccines and epidemiology” amongst others.
Details: https://www.open.edu/openlearn/badged-courses
Online subject tasters from the University of Sheffield
Topic: Open Day
About: These subject taster sessions offer you an opportunity to experience a university lecture or seminar, to get a taste of what studying that subject at university is like. Available for Year 12 and 13 students, there are a wide range of subjects to choose from and sessions are delivered online (and some on- campus.)
Details: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/visit/subject-tasters
Cambridge Arts Theatre
Topic: Theatre management
Years: ages 16 – 25
About: 1 week placements run throughout the year. Experience will usually include technical, front of house, box office, finance, marketing. Very competitive, so apply as early as possible and at least six months in advance. Application involves sending CV and letter, then an interview.
Details: https://www.cambridgeartstheatre.com/discover-more/work-experience
Nuffield placements
Topic: Science
Years: 12
About: 4 – 6 week placements over the summer holidays, usually in university research facilities. Over 1,000 placements each year, working alongside professional scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians. Probably the most highly regarded experience for would-be science and engineering students. Highly competitive, but no particular grades required. Must be studying STEM subjects at A Level (science, technology, engineering, maths). Preference given to students who are the first in their family to attend university, but anyone can apply
Details: https://www.stem.org.uk/placements
Aaron Evans Architects
Topic: Architecture, Work Experience
Years: 12 to 13
About: Individually arranged work experience at their London office. Website says they like to offer work experience to sixth form students, but don’t have a set format for it.
Details: http://www.aaronevans.com/Work_Experience
Vodafone
Topic: Telecommunications, Work Experience
Years: unspecified
About: 1 week placement, experience across all departments of the business. Email to register your interest groupworkexperience@vodafone.com