On Tuesday 1st October we opened our doors to a range of local businesses as part of a mini careers fair for the children.  Our whole school topic this term is ‘How to be a ….’ and the children are learning about a range of different jobs and careers, ways in to work and what having a job really means.

The children loved having the chance to meet and talk to different people, and were able to ‘have a go’ at the various instruments used in their workplace. We had representatives from Alnwick Garden, Northumberland National Parks, Landmark, as well as a civil engineer, farmer, pharmacist,  joiner, florist, fireman, marine conservationist and many more.

‘What a fantastic idea to introduce the children to such a diverse range of career possibilities. Even at such a young age they can begin to dream about their futures, and it was really rewarding for me to be part of that’, Kirsty McKay, local author of children’s books.

Miss Flora Cann, Assistant Head Teacher, ‘Children were heard asking in depth questions, how many hours a day do you work? How much do you get paid? What is the worst part of the job? How did you become an author?’ and we really feel it has given them an insight into the world of work and a knowledge of a range of different jobs and careers available. Thank you to everyone who attended and made this possible for us to run’.

Northumberland County Council
Jo Storie Knits
LJM Joinery
JG Singer & Partners
Lazy Grace Ltd
Shepherds Walks Ltd
Boots
Leniston Insurance Brokers
Town Foot Store
Karbon Homes
Alnwick Garden
The Blossom Bee
Kirsty McKay
Northpoint Consulting
Marine Management Org
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service
Landmarc
Smalls Secure Storage