Building Better Futures: The Aspire Academy Story

In this episode of iSH Presents, Hannah speaks with William King, Managing Director of William King Construction and co-founder of the Aspire Academy. Developed in partnership with Time to Change West Cumbria and West Cumbria Learning Centre, Aspire Academy helps young people who struggle in traditional educational settings to develop practical construction skills, gain qualifications and build confidence for the future. William discusses the impact the programme is already having, the importance of employer involvement in education, and how Aspire Academy is creating new pathways into apprenticeships, employment and long-term careers across West Cumbria.