Laura Bannister
Name: Laura Bannister
Age: 16
Town of Residence: Washwood Heath, Birmingham
Apprenticeship: Hairdressing
Apprenticeship Award: Young Apprentice
Sector: Health and Beauty
Laura Bannister has always wanted to be a hairdresser and dreamt of owning her own salon. She wasn’t encouraged by her school to take a Young Apprenticeship but she was determined to prove that it was the right choice for her. She believes it was definitely worth the effort.
“The biggest thing my Apprenticeship has taught me is that if you want something and work really hard for it, then it will happen for you. I am so proud that my fight to take a Young Apprenticeship has opened doors for other students at my school to do the same.”
The school is now really pleased that Laura took the course and has asked her to speak to other students and parents about Apprenticeships. She has also gained second place in a hairdressing competition. The school is also now an advocate of the Young Apprenticeship programme which led to five further learners starting a Young Apprenticeship in 2008.
Last Updated: 10/03/2010