On Friday 20th June 2025, pupils and staff at Lockhart Campus proudly hosted the launch of two new Innovative DYW Projects: Campus Creations and LCDS (Lockhart Campus Domestic Service).

         

The event marked a significant milestone, with the school now offering an impressive 12 DYW streams, designed to support pupils in their learning, skills development and future career pathways.

Staff gave speeches on the history of the projects and their positive impact on their pupils, before a tour of the school and the ribbon cutting. Pupils then performed songs from the musical, The Greatest Showman.

      

A special thank you goes to Storm Aviation, who generously funded the concrete base for shop and guests Norman Burt (joiner), Craig Bigham, Tyler Payne and Matthew McLean, who volunteered their time assisting in the built of Campus Creations to clear the ground, measure the site, and help construct the new shop – a key feature of one of the DYW streams.

      

Attendees had the opportunity to explore each project, with the new Campus Creations initiative raising £400 in just two hours. All funds raised are reinvested into the school, helping to make these projects sustainable.

The current DYW streams include:

  • LCDS (Lockhart Campus Domestic Service) 
  • Campus Creations 
  • Lockhart Wheelies
  • Campus Cakes
  • Lockhart Hair & Beauty
  • Lockhart Childcare
  • Lockhart Coffee Shop
  • Lockhart Beekeeping
  • Lockhart Tech Styles
  • Lockhart Growers

                         

The launch event was attended by a range of distinguished guests and partners, including:

  • Lord Lieutenant of Ayrshire & Arran, Sheriff Iona Sara MacDonald
  • Councillors John Sweeney, Cameron Inglis, Jean McClung
  • Provost Anthea Dickson
  • DYW Ayrshire Chair Mike Stewart (Storm Aviation)
  • DYW Ayrshire Business Ambassador Walter Smith MBE
  • DYW Ayrshire Steering Group John McLeish (Ashleigh Building)
  • DYW Ayrshire Project Lead Jenna Frew
  • DYW Ayrshire Marketing & Communications Officer Brooke McTaggart
  • Scottish Qualifications Authority representatives 
  • H&S Partners
  • Ayrshire College
  • Storm Aviation 
  • Largs Printing Company
  • Miko Coffee Lorna McCandlish
  • Lockhart Campus Staff

         

In her address, the Lord Lieutenant of Ayrshire & Arran praised the initiative, stating:

“Twelve DYW streams – this is nothing short of impressive.”

   

This ambitious programme is a shining example of innovation in education and partnership working – paving the way for real-world experiences that equip young people with the confidence, skills, and direction to thrive.