As Year 10’s will need to start making decisions regarding their Post 16 options, they took part in careers week which involved, university visits to explore the value of higher education and the importance of GCSEs and further qualifications.
Year 10’s attended at least two colleges tasters sessions, the colleges arrange subject tasters and gave a tour of the provision to look at the facilities. The colleges also explained the range of qualifications and subjects Year 10’s can consider.
On the Thursday 8 employers came into school, including a tree surgeon, NHS radiographers, civil service, Edmund & Co. Year 10’s in groups attended each session, introducing them to a range of pathways / careers they might not be aware of or thought about.
Careers finished with a mock interview, we had 15 volunteers from various industries who gave up their valuable time to give Year 10’s an interview and feedback. This is in preparation for Year 11 when they will be invited in by colleges, apprenticeship providers or employers for an interview.
