2026 NAB Education Insights Report – Life Beyond School

NAB’s latest report turns to life beyond school. The findings present an encouraging picture of a generation that is ambitious, practical and increasingly optimistic about its future, while also clear-eyed about the skills and support it will need to thrive.

The report also includes a set of actionable tips for schools and parents, grounded in what students say would make a difference. These are designed to support more practical, informed conversations and help equip young people with the skills, confidence and resilience needed to navigate life beyond school. 

We also are pleased to share some fresh industry perspectives from Sarah McGlade, NAB’s Head of Talent Acquisition. Sarah shares some of the key transferrable skills that employers are looking for as well as what employers are seeing in the market.

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