Wednesday 5 August 2026
National Opportunity Day was founded by Glasgow Kelvin College to recognise that opportunity does not follow a single path — and that education, skills and progression should be accessible at every stage of life.
The day exists to support people who may be unsure of their next step, returning to learning, changing direction, or exploring new possibilities after a break in education or work.
National Opportunity Day focuses on access, clarity and progression.
It is about making information easier to understand, removing barriers, and helping people see the range of options available to them — whether that is education, training, skills development or work-based routes.
Opportunity does not end at a certain age, after a set of exam results, or once a career has already begun. National Opportunity Day recognises that people start, stop, change and restart — and that support should be available throughout that journey.
Through our work with learners and communities across Glasgow, we see how confidence, access to information and the right support can open doors — and how uncertainty or lack of awareness can hold people back.
We created National Opportunity Day to:
highlight inclusive routes into education, training and work
support informed decision-making without pressure
challenge assumptions about who education is for
promote lifelong learning and progression
National Opportunity Day is for:
people considering their next step
individuals returning to learning or training
those exploring alternative routes or career changes
community organisations and partners supporting progression
There is no expectation to apply, commit or decide on the day. The focus is on understanding options and building confidence.
Date: Wednesday 5 August 2026
Founded by: Glasgow Kelvin College
Information about activity and involvement will be shared closer to the date.
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