Where teenagers build real startups,
solve real problems, and launch real careers
Youth entrepreneurship programmes for ages 11-18
From a first spark of curiosity to a professional portfolio. Delivered across 10+ countries with mentors and AI by your side.
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The Student Journey
Each program builds on the last. Start wherever you are.
Ideation Workshop
Every big idea starts somewhere.
Students explore real-world problems, brainstorm solutions, and pitch their first ideas. No experience needed. Just curiosity and the courage to think differently.
- Explore problems worth solving
- Learn to brainstorm, validate, and pitch
- Zero prior experience required
▪ Perfect first step for 11-18 year olds
Startup Bootcamp
Two days. One startup. Zero limits.
A high-intensity experience where teams identify a problem, design a solution, build a pitch, and present to real judges. They leave with a team, a prototype, and a story they will never forget.
- Design, validate, and pitch a real business idea
- Work alongside entrepreneurs and mentors
- Present to industry judges
▪ Students rate bootcamps 4.8/5 on average
Real-Company Internship
Real work. Real companies. Real impact.
Students are matched with real companies to solve authentic business challenges. They work alongside mentors, build a professional portfolio, and graduate with proof they can deliver.
- Matched with a real company and brief
- Mentored by industry professionals
- Graduate with a professional portfolio
▪ 500+ companies trust YFS with their interns
Speedrunning
From idea to prototype. Fast.
The next evolution of Ideation. AI-powered sprint cycles that help students ideate, build MVPs, and pitch projects at a pace that mirrors real startup culture.
- AI-assisted ideation and prototyping
- Build a working MVP in days
- Sprint cycles mirroring real startups
AI Workskills
Ten essential skills. Personalised by AI.
Personalised learning covering 10 essential future-of-work skills. From communication and design to data literacy and leadership. Each module adapts to the student.
- 10 core skills for the AI economy
- Personalised learning paths
- Self-paced with mentor support
Be part of the first cohort. Join the waitlist for early access.
How It Works
A clear step-by-step journey from interest to outcomes.
Discover
Find a programme that fits your interests
Enrol
Sign up online or through your school
Learn
AI-powered courses with real-world projects
Build
Create something real with mentor support
Graduate
Leave with a portfolio, network, and proof you can build
Discover
Find a programme that fits your interests
Enrol
Sign up online or through your school
Learn
AI-powered courses with real-world projects
Build
Create something real with mentor support
Graduate
Leave with a portfolio, network, and proof you can build
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join YFS programs?
Our programs are designed for students aged 11-18. No prior business, coding, or entrepreneurship experience is needed. Just curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Are the programs free?
YFS is a registered charity. We offer both paid and fully-funded programs. Students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds can participate at no cost through our funded initiatives.
Where are programs delivered?
Our programs run across 10+ countries including Singapore, Hong Kong, India, the Philippines, Indonesia, and more. Internships are delivered virtually. Bootcamps and Ideation workshops are delivered in-person with school and community partners.
How do schools or corporates get involved?
Schools can bring any of our programs to their students. Corporates can host interns, sponsor programs, or send employee mentors. Contact us at info@youngfoundersschool.com to get started.
What do students get at the end?
Depending on the program: a pitch deck, a startup prototype, a professional portfolio from a real company internship, mentor connections, and a certificate of completion. Our internship graduates leave with tangible work they can show universities and future employers.
Find the right program for you
Students, parents, schools, and corporates all have a place here.