The work of Pembrokeshire primary school pupils has gone on display at the Senedd as an example of how businesses can work with young people to improve heir future prospects.

The exhibition included work from Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi, Saundersfoot Primary School, Portfield School, Cleddau Reach VC Primary School, Narberth Primary and St Francis Primary School, Milford Haven.

It was produced following a series of workshops on floating offshore wind, climate change, fossil fuels and the benefits of renewable energy with a focus on future job opportunities.

The workshops were run by Pembroke Dock-based offshore wind development company Floventis and the Darwin Centre, a charity based in Pembrokeshire which enthuses young people and communities in STEM subjects through hands on field trips and workshops, from rock pooling to theoretical nuclear physics.

The centre provides access to experts within the STEM industry and highlights potential careers available to the young people of Pembrokeshire.

The Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Jeremy Miles, was able to see the exhibition and learn just how inspiring it is for young people to have hands on experiences of science and nature.

This came ahead of new research looking at how businesses can work with schools and colleges to benefit the future prospects of young people.

The Transitions to Employment report, carried out by Hefin David, MS, has been commissioned by Welsh Government.

“This report clearly highlights the many benefits to businesses in building strong partnerships with schools and colleges,” said Mr Miles.

“As well as being extremely rewarding, it can also be an opportunity to nurture young talent and develop the skills that local employers need, creating a bigger pool of talent and futureproof skills needed."

Tess Blazey, Director of Policy and External Affairs at Floventis added: “As we continue to roll-out our education and outreach programme, it is great to see how engaged local children are with their local environment and the opportunities that offshore wind will bring to Wales.

“We really hope that the work that we are doing will inspire young people to develop their STEM skills and consider future careers in renewable energy.”

Some recommendations in the ‘Transitions to Employment’ report are already underway with £500,000 announced last month for a tailored work experience scheme targeted at young learners who are disengaging with education and are at risk of becoming NEET.

Careers and Work-Related Experiences are now a mandatory part of the Curriculum for Wales, including ages 3-16, bringing the emphasis into primary schools as well as secondary schools.