The Dragon’s Den event at Trust Central generated an exceptional response from pupils and staff, with enthusiasm and pride evident across all participating schools. Feedback highlighted how much pupils enjoyed the experience and how energised they felt after presenting their ideas. Many described the event as exciting, inspiring and memorable, with pupils keen to hear the outcomes and eager to continue developing their projects.
Staff expressed deep pride in their pupils’ confidence, creativity and commitment throughout the process. Several noted the positive impact on pupils’ sense of agency, with many reporting how motivated and ‘buzzing’ pupils were after taking part. Teams valued the opportunity for pupils to engage with authentic questioning and real‑world decision making.
There was strong appreciation for the support provided during the event, including the constructive challenge offered by the dragons. Staff shared that the experience had strengthened pupils’ belief in their own capabilities and opened doors to new opportunities. Offers of practical support and resources were received with gratitude and will further enhance the pupils’ project work moving forward.
Overall, the initiative was described as fantastic, meaningful and transformative, with pupils and staff alike celebrating the chance to share their ideas, collaborate as teams and influence change within their learning environments. The event has already sparked excitement within school communities, with many looking forward to sharing the news with pupils and families through assemblies, newsletters and online platforms.
