The Young BAFTA Roadshow with Place2Be returns for 2024

Last week, BAFTA and Place2Be teamed up to launch the return of the Young BAFTA Roadshow.

Children at Richmond Hill Academy in Leeds, were surprised with a roadshow visit on Friday, hosted by presenters Shanequa Paris (BBC Newsround, BBC Radio 1) and Ben Shires (CBBC).

Director Waqar Ahmed also joined the morning’s roundtable discussion and special assembly. He shared his experiences of working on CBBC’s football drama shot in Leeds, Jamie Johnson FC.

The BAFTA Young Roadshow, returning for 2024, exists to champion children’s creativity and teach important life skills through film, games, and television.

Each roadshow includes a variety of interactive elements, including competitions, round table discussions and classroom meet and greets. There was also a games design workshop and a presenting masterclass, enabling the children to build their confidence.

The activities on offer grant children access to creative talent and positive role models, while raising awareness and encouraging the diversity of young people interested in a career in arts and media.

BAFTA has been partnering with Place2Be since 2016. This year the Young BAFTA Roadshow will visit a number of Place2Be partner schools across Scotland, Wales and England.

All selected schools have a free school meals rate above the national average and locations in England fall into the government’s education investment areas which were identified as part of the levelling up agenda.