Our work with Develop Outdoors CIC

At Le Petit Vélo, we believe a café can be so much more than just coffee and waffles. It can be a place where people connect, learn, and grow. That’s why we’re proud to work with Develop Outdoors CIC, a local community organisation dedicated to helping young people build confidence and practical skills through hands-on learning.

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Develop Outdoors CIC use the cafe as a training venue Monday - Wednesday each week, which is why we are generally closed to the public Monday - Wednesday.

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Training the Next Generation

Together with Develop Outdoors, we deliver barista and hospitality training programmes right here at Le Petit Vélo. Our café becomes a real-world learning environment, where young people aged 14–16 gain valuable experience in:

• Making barista-style coffees and other café drinks

• Preparing food safely and confidently

• Delivering excellent customer service

• Working as part of a team in a real café setting

These sessions are designed for small groups, ensuring each learner gets plenty of personal attention and hands-on practice.

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Programmes We Deliver

We currently host several vocational programmes, delivered in collaboration with Develop Outdoors CIC, creating a bridge between education and real-world experience.

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Why It Matters

We’re passionate about supporting young people to build confidence, gain practical skills, and take their first steps toward independence.

By offering our café as a training space, we’re proud to play a small part in creating opportunities that make a difference in our community.

 

Want to Learn More?

If you’d like to know more about the wider work of Develop Outdoors CIC or discuss training opportunities, get in touch with them directly - www.developoutdoors.com

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Together, we’re creating a space where good coffee meets good opportunities.