<p>Five learners who recently completed their apprenticeships with independent UK law firm Burges Salmon, have received their final grades, achieving a distinction – the highest grade possible.</p>

<p>The five learners, who were all studying a <a href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-adults/business-and-m… Administration Level 3</a> apprenticeship with the Bristol based firm, are:</p>

<ul>
<li>Jack&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sophie&nbsp;</li>
<li>Lauren&nbsp;</li>
<li>Isobel&nbsp;</li>
<li>Gemma&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p>Now that they have completed their apprenticeship, they have each gained employment with Burges Salmon, which was recently named ‘Community Engagement Law Firm of the Year’ at the Bristol Law Society Awards 2021 and also this month won CSR Initiative of the Year at The Legal Week British Legal Awards 2021.</p>

<p>Dr Paul Phillips CBE, Principal and Chief Executive of the Weston College Group, says: “This is a fantastic achievement for each of the five apprentices, who have shown their talent and displayed their tremendous attitude by attaining these grades.</p>

<p>“We are so proud that they have all progressed into employment as well, something which isn’t easy in the current climate, and is further proof how impressive they have been, not just in their studies but in their work as well.”</p>

<p>Robert Halton, Chief People Officer at Burges Salmon, adds: “We are really pleased with the performance of our apprentices and the development of apprenticeships on a wider basis is great for the overarching aim of social mobility and educational attainment within the context of the working environment.”</p>

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<p>The Enterprise4U final took place on Wednesday 27th March at Weston College. The event is an excellent example of how schools, Weston College and local businesses work together to raise the aspirations of young people.</p>

<p>Over the last few months, teams of young people have been developing ideas for a new business with the support of school staff, business and enterprise consultants Jane Dickson and Bernie Richardson and staff from Weston College. During the final, learners shared their business plans, hosted a trade stand, displayed their prototypes and presented their ideas to a panel of judges. Learners excelled in their presentations and displayed confidence in answering the judge’s questions. Selecting the winners was a difficult decision for the judges and after much deliberation the following prizes were awarded by the Deputy Mayor and Mayoress of Weston-super-Mare, Councillor Martin Williams &amp; Mrs Brenda Charles.</p>

<p>Best Business Plan - <a href="https://worle-school.org.uk/students"><strong>Worle Community School</strong></a><br />
Best Trade Stand - <a href="http://www.churchill-academy.org/"><strong>Churchill Academy</strong></a><br />
Best Presentation - <a href=" http://www.hansprice.org.uk/"><strong>Hans Price Academy</strong></a></p>

<p>Overall winner and winner of the Tony Smith Enterprise Award - <a href="https://pcsa.org.uk/"><strong>Priory Community School</strong></a></p>

<p>All winners received an E4U Trophy and vouchers. The overall winners will also get to visit the <a href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/">University Centre Weston</a> for a tour of the facilities and to present their business ideas to a Business Lecturer.</p>

<p>Well done to all the learners that took part in the process of E4U. Learners demonstrated commitment, maturity and an in depth passion for the event. The Weston E4U Schools’ Business Challenge showcases the entrepreneurial and business skills of young people in Weston.</p>