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On Tuesday Rachel went to visit Gemma Stow’s local business, called Skillz Education, which had featured in Rachel's recent Channel 4 documentary on Leeds West.

Gemma explained the business, “We work locally with young people who are not achieving as much as they could be at school. We provide them with support, and teaching in subjects like PSHE, Construction and Fashion and Retail. We’ve seen some really exciting success stories so far, and have big plans for the future.”

Rachel observed a lesson in Fashion and Retail, and spoke to Kizzy Best; a student at the Centre. Kizzy is taught in Fashion and Retail by Sarah Pinnell, and also receives weekly PSHE lessons, where a wide range of subjects are covered. Lessons are also conducted at the Centre in Construction, by John Guthrie.

Rachel commented, “It's fantastic to visit local businesses like this one, which really provide great services for our community. Skillz Education benefits students with a second chance at training and education. I wish Gemma, and the many other young entrepreneurs like her in our area, well.”