Young people who attend Kibble’s Skills Academy opened their very own Christmas Shop.
Throughout December, young people set up their very own Christmas Shop from their education and training centre based in Hillington. The young entrepreneurs invited staff from across all Kibble to shop for thoughtfully handmade décor and gifts. There were Christmas wreaths, Christmas baubles, Christmas trees, chilli plants and more.
Head of The Skills Academy, Lisa and Principal Teacher, Tracey at the Christmas Shop.
The Christmas wreaths were all unique as each one was crafted by young people who had gathered foliage and willow to use.
There were real plotted Christmas Trees to decorate to make sure every space could have the traditional scent of Fir Tree.
The charming wooden ornaments feature a detailed scene of a snowy enchanted forest.
There were fun stocking fillers with colourful keyrings, pencils and party bags too.
At the academy, young people gain essential academic qualifications and have opportunities to take part in practical lessons and works experience opportunities. There is a focus on entrepreneurial skills too. The Christmas Shop is an example of young people innovatively applying their sustainability mindset with entrepreneurial spark.
The young entrepreneurs wanted to set-up a social enterprise during the festive season and decided to start a shop that had the unique selling point of one-of-a-kind gifts. Young learners spent time with Sustainability and Green Skills Coordinator, Joe to create individual Christmas wreaths, gathering willow to use as a wreath base and foliage for a vibrant forest green.
Wreath-making was enjoyed by all.
Each wreath was bespoke.
The end result was a series of very happy customers.
Employability and Tenancy Coordinator, Gillian.
Child and Youth Care Worker from the fostering team, Scott.
The Christmas Shop was a great success!