Expo puts 5,500 students on path to success in education and careers

THOUSANDS of London teenagers received invaluable career and education advice at the Evening Standard’s second annual Step Up Expo.

- Sami Quadri

This year’s event, held at Olympia London, was attended by more than 7,000 people including 5,500 students, along with parents and teachers, eager to find out more about job opportunities.

The two-day event featured experts from different fields and motivational speeches. Representatives from sixth forms, universities, colleges, and major employers including British Airways, the Army, Royal Air Force and Unilever were on hand to offer guidance.

It provided a platform for teenagers on the brink of making significant decisions about their academic and professional futures. Among the attractions was a series of interactive experiences.

Students enjoyed a VR train driver experience at the Transport for London stall, while others engaged in maths games at the Think Academy UK stand, highlighting the Expo’s focus on both education and practical skills.