Welcome to The Code explores…
A new and exciting way to access Code content. We’ll explore key topics valued by the Code community more deeply – delving into each one through a series of live and on-demand events over several weeks.
The Code explores… is designed to be:
- In-depth: focusing on specific topics that you told us are important, providing comprehensive insights and discussions
- Flexible: engage in a way that suits your schedule. Can’t attend a Live? No problem, we'll share the link so you can watch at your leisure
- Community driven: giving you the chance to continue conversations across the Code community – sharing ideas and getting new perspectives in your Code LinkedIn group
The Code explores...engaging schools
Launched in May 2025
Our pilot Code explores… series is all about helping you expand your STEM outreach by building meaningful connections with schools.
Over several weeks, we’ve delivered a mix of live and pre-recorded sessions, tailored communications, and curated resources — all designed to support your engagement journey with young people.
🎥 Missed a session?
Catch up below — all live session recordings are now available below.
📦 Want the highlights?
We've developed a series takeaway pack with key insights, summaries from each episode, and links to useful resources.
Rapid insight: How do teachers engage with STEM outreach?
Lightning talk from Joe McGettigan, Research Officer at EngineeringUK on findings from EngineeringUK's research report, How do teachers engage with STEM outreach?
Watch the recording (25 mins) below and find the full summary and links to relevant resources here.
Connect with schools: How Neon can help you reach more young people
Your guide to getting the most from Neon, with Dan Powell, Head of Neon, and Nicholas Rowe, Projects Support Officer and Neon content manager.
Watch the recording below (25 mins) and get the full summary and links to relevant resources here.
Empowering futures: Build strong school partnerships through local Careers Hubs
Code Signatory, The Careers & Enterprise Company, provides unique insight into how their Careers Hubs work with local businesses and schools to enhance the connections between education and employment.
Led by Oli Hallam, the CEC’s Business Partnerships Manager & STEM Lead, Carrie Abbott, Operations Lead, and Paul Williams, Strategic Lead, from the Stoke and Staffordshire Careers Hub.
Watch the recording below (45 mins) and read the summary and find links to relevant resources here.
Ask a teacher! Interview with Becky Parker
We took your questions on all things engagement to three brilliant teachers. Their insights are captured in on-demand video interviews.
Here we spoke to Professor Becky Parker, Physics teacher at Simon Langton Girls’ School and Director of Code Signatory, Project Earth
Watch or listen to the recording below and find the full summary here.
Pressed for time? No problem! This video is around 30 minutes long and, with no presentation slides, it's also designed for easy listening – perfect for your commute or when doing other tasks.
Ask a teacher! Interview with Amanda Moffat
We took your questions on all things engagement to three brilliant teachers. Their insights are captured in on-demand video interviews linked below.
Here we spoke to Amanda Moffat, Design & Technology teacher and STEM Coordinator at Alderman Peel High School.
Watch or listen to the recording below and find the full summary here.
Pressed for time? No problem! This video is around 20 minutes long and, with no presentation slides, it's also designed for easy listening – perfect for your commute or when doing other tasks.
Ask a teacher! Interview with Chris Hillidge
We took your questions on all things engagement to three brilliant teachers. Their insights are captured in on-demand video interviews.
Here we spoke to Chris Hillidge, Director of STEM at The Challenge Academy Trust and Director of Warrington Fab Lab
Watch or listen to the recording below and find the full summary here.
Pressed for time? No problem! This video is around 25 minutes long and, with no presentation slides, it's also designed for easy listening – perfect for your commute or when doing other tasks.