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"What’s Next?" is an event held by the Direct Education Business Partnership (DEBP) for young people preparing for adulthood, as well as their parents and carers. Come along to find out about your options for the future, and the pathways available, and to talk to people about planning your next steps.

  • 10am to 2pm – Schools, colleges and young people
  • 4:30pm to 7pm – Young people and their parents and carers

There will be lots of people to talk to, including:

  • Support services
  • Colleges
  • Training Providers
  • Supported Internships
  • Health
  • Social Care
  • Day Services
  • Short Break Providers
  • Community Activities
  • Countryside Projects
  • And Much More!

Location: The Arkwright Centre, Arkwright Town, S44 5BS
Date: Thursday 12 February 2026
Book to attend via the DEBP Microsoft Form

For more information, please email Cheryl.bowler@debp.org, or talk to your school or social worker.