Join over 300,000 young people who have pushed themselves further than they ever thought possible
Over 300,000 young people aged 15-17 have gained valuable skills, made new friends and pushed themselves further than they ever thought possible.
Don’t miss your chance to do NCS! In one amazing summer, you’ll live away from home, develop skills to boost your CV, and meet amazing people you’ll never forget. So what are you waiting for? Change starts at Yes!
Don’t just take our word for it.
NCS is becoming a rite of passage for teenagers all over Britain, helping them mix with people from different backgrounds and learn to work together – pushing themselves further than they ever thought possible.”
David Cameron, Ex-Prime Minister and founder of the NCS
Why say YES to NCS?
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UCAS recommends students include NCS in their personal statement
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You will learn the skills employers’ value
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Learn to budget and live for yourself
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Meet incredible people
NCS is proven to have a massive impact on young people’s lives whilst being amazing value for money costing no more than £50!
Graduates
Welcome to the NCS Family!
This is just the beginning though, our graduate opportunities are open to all young people who have completed NCS!
How does NCS help young people to improve their lives?
A great way to spend summer holidays or half-term
The NCS programme runs during summer, autumn half term, and autumn term time. It’s a great way to increase skills and gain new transferable experience without affecting your studies.
For the lessons you can’t learn in class
You will meet exciting new people from your local community and discover new skills you never even knew you had. Maybe you’ve got a hidden passion for photography, marketing or even the skills to start your own business!
Fast forward your future
Build confidence for work or University by developing valuable life skills like confidence, leadership and communication to boost your CV or UCAS personal statement.
All for just £50 as NCS is a government-funded initiative with an estimated value of £1,400. It never costs more than £50, and financial assistance can be requested.
