They say third time's the charm, and Scotland's Enterprising Schools have launched the third year of their Enterprise Awards.

Entrepreneurship and enterprise are thought to be a major driver for economic growth, job creation and wider community development - three things essential for Scotland to flourish as a nation.

We believe that now, more than ever, our young people face an unpredictable future. They need to have the skills and attitudes to deal with setbacks and disappointments in a positive way and to continue to learn for the rest of their lives. In a rapidly changing world, young people need to be prepared with the skills to not only find and retain employment but to explore the possibility of creating it for themselves and others.

At SES, we are honoured to work with practitioners and schools across Scotland and are always inspired by the dedication and enterprising spirit on display. This past year has tested the creativity and resilience of all, and as we have come to expect, Scotland's educators, school staff and pupils have risen to the challenge, and have done so at an admirable pace.

In recognition of the commitment to enterprise education shown by schools, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our Scotland's Enterprising Education Awards 2022.

Criteria:

• The school has clear vision and strategy for enterprise education
• Most teachers and pupils are involved in enterprise education activities
• Specific resources are allocated to enterprise education
• Teachers' continuing professional development, with a focus on enterprise education, is actively supported
• True partnerships with the local community and business sector are nurtured, with all parties involved in identifying priorities, planning, delivery, and evaluation of joint projects.

Criteria:

• The educator has been involved in the planning, delivery and evaluation of enterprise education.
• The educator has involved a number of pupils and staff in enterprise education.
• The educator has developed/nurtured partnerships with the local community and business sector.

For the purposes of these awards, a 'school' can be an Early Years, Primary, Secondary or ASN establishment while an 'educator' is anyone who works at any level with children and young people aged 3-18.