What Is Dream Big Day?
Dream Big Day started as a grassroots initiative by a group of passionate educators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who wanted to close the gap between potential and achievement. Recognising that many pupils lacked exposure to certain career paths or life experiences, the group established a singular event dedicated to raising aspirations and fostering self-belief. Over time, the programme expanded to include diverse interactive sessions, curated resources, and a growing online platform that any school can tap into. Origins of the Programme
Core Components
How It Works
Inspirational Workshops – Delivered by professionals and thought leaders from various industries, these workshops help pupils imagine life in roles they might not have previously considered. From coding and app development to creative arts, environmental activism, engineering, healthcare, finance, and beyond, the workshops are designed to open young minds to the full spectrum of career possibilities. Interactive Challenges – Pupils team up to tackle fun, hands-on challenges that reflect real-world problems. These challenges build important skills like collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and resilience. Plus, they give pupils a chance to experience the thrill of innovation in a supportive environment. Reflective Sessions – At the close of Dream Big Day, pupils are invited to reflect on their learning experiences, identify their personal strengths, and set goals for the future. By emphasising self-awareness, these sessions promote long-term growth and motivation, reinforcing the idea that “dreaming big” can (and should) become an everyday mindset.
Schools that participate in Dream Big Day register on the Dream Big Day website to access a curated set of tools, guides, and scheduling options. The programme can be delivered entirely in- person or as a hybrid model, with some sessions facilitated by guest speakers online. The materials are flexible, allowing educators to adapt the content to suit their particular cohorts. Dream Big Day typically runs over a full day to ensure immersive engagement, though some schools choose to extend the activities over multiple days.
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