Having close partnerships with Pembrokeshire College, Pembrokeshire Education Authority, numerous networks and stakeholders, the project engages with circa 4,000 learners a year. The aims of the project are to engage, enthuse, inspire, and raise STEM aspirations; ultimately supporting the youth of Pembrokeshire to reach their full potential, whilst improving their career opportunities. Free to all Pembrokeshire learners, they have access Outdoor experiential learning STEM fieldtrips, Follow-up classroom STEM workshops, Science Squads and Science Aglow events all with free transportation. Working across the voluntary/public and private sectors, allowing learners access to industry experts, the project ensures it meets customers’ needs and the curriculum, through its growth of networks. In collaboration with the local education authority/schools/college/teachers and learners, DDE ensures it continues to evolve – complementing the curriculum, assisting with improved inspections, and raising attainment levels (which has been evidenced). The Dragon Darwin Experience has become an inspirational STEM project, being recognised through various stakeholders and UK and Wales Awards.

In partnership with Pembrokeshire College, these highly successful events held three times a year, provide the opportunity for learners to meet with sector specific employers; develop/enhance their soft skills; learn about the company – visa versa – with the potential to lead to opportunities of work placement, apprenticeships or employment.

Our team of employee volunteers support numerous local voluntary organisations and charities. Through our partnership with Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) we recognise our employees contributions to our community through donations, and undertake ‘Make a difference days’ supporting groups with projects.