Teign School is celebrating the achievements of its year 7 students taking part in the innovative Your Future Story (YFS) programme.

Designed to support high-attaining students across the South West, the initiative is a fully funded programme helping young people in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset to thrive at school and plan for bright futures, including university and beyond.

It helps students explore future educational and career opportunities while building confidence and resilience.

The first cohort at Teign School, part of Education South West, includes four students, supported by teacher champion Matthew Wagner, who provides mentoring and guidance to ensure students reach their full potential.

The programme combines in-school mentoring with visits to leading employers and universities, giving pupils hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), as well as higher education pathways.

The STEM visits included trips to Spaceport in Cornwall as well as Leonardo Helicopters in Yeovil.
The STEM visits included trips to Spaceport in Cornwall as well as Leonardo Helicopters in Yeovil. (Teign School)

Recent highlights included taking part in a STEM challenge at Spaceport Cornwall and a tour of Leonardo Helicopters in Yeovil.

Later this year, pupils will visit the University of Bristol and University of Exeter (Penryn Campus).

The programme also supports school staff through professional development, offering access to expert research, study visits, and networks that strengthen in-school provision for high-attaining students.

By taking part in Your Future Story, Teign School continues to champion student achievement, aspiration, and personal growth, ensuring young people are equipped to succeed academically and beyond.

Lucie Wagner, Head of School at Teign School, said: “We are incredibly proud of our pupils for embracing the Your Future Story programme.

“It is wonderful to see them engaging with new experiences, developing confidence, and thinking ambitiously about their future.”

Matthew Shanks, CEO of Education South West, said: “Your Future Story is a fantastic opportunity for high-attaining pupils to broaden their horizons.

“Teign School’s commitment to supporting these students demonstrates the impact schools can have when encouraging talent and ambition from an early age.”