Nottingham Forest ‘Think Big’ Y9 Assembly – Tuesday 7th October
3 Oct 2025
Nottingham Forest and their very large European cup will visit Park Vale on Tuesday 7th October 2025 to talk to year 9 students. They emphasised the many careers associated with technology which are often behind the scenes of sport. Various roles were discussed and the ‘Think Big’ video was watched showing the use of technology and a variety of potential careers.
THINK BIG Y9 CODING WORKSHOPS [start December 2025]
Think Big is a programme devised to introduce young people in Nottingham to the concept of technology, and how powerful it can be. In the Think Big film, shown to Year 9 this week in assembly, the message is that ‘tech is everywhere, and it powers everything’. In today’s digital age, coding has become a fundamental skill that empowers individuals to have an impact on the world around them. It is no longer reserved for computer scientists and software engineers; coding has established its way into various aspects of day-to-day life.
The coding workshop is a practical and informative approach to introduce our students to the concept of coding with examples of where this is relevant to the real world, uncovering where they may have seen it in action without realising. The themed activity sets out the task of coding robots to transport them around an assault course.
The success of Think Big has a strong link to showing young people how the skills that are intertwined in technology can translate to the real world. Coding is, at its core, about solving problems. Learning how to code encourages young minds to break down complex problems into smaller, more manageable components. This structured approach to thinking is invaluable in not only programming but also in everyday life. By Think Big creating the opportunity for young people to develop these problem-solving skills, they are better prepared to tackle challenges in school, work, and the wider world.
Think Big uses examples from subjects other than IT to show students how they may identify with elements of coding, and to diminish the stereotyping. It allows individuals to create, experiment, and bring their ideas to life. When young people learn to code, they are equipped with the tools to foster their sense of creativity. This innovation can be applied to various fields such as art, music, science and business studies. These are values that we strive to carry through each Think Big workshop and masterclass. The job market is evolving, and technology-related skills are in high demand. By introducing young people to coding, we are preparing them for a future where digital literacy is as essential as reading and writing. Technology is a skill that we are striving to bring to students across Nottingham, to enhance their employability skills.
Think Big workshops give students a chance to explore tech sector workplace activities and skills.