National Careers Week is an annual event that encourages schools, colleges, and universities to celebrate the wide array of career options available to students. As part of the celebration, Gordano School has integrated career exploration into lessons, encouraging students to discover careers that align with their personal strengths and passions.

Key Highlights from the Week:

• Subject Posters: Teachers displayed posters in classrooms, showcasing various careers related to each subject, helping students connect what they are learning with real-world job opportunities.
• Career Pathway Portraits: Teachers proudly displayed their own career journey and work experience placements on classroom doors, inspiring students to explore different career pathways.
• ‘I Want to Be a...’ Activity: During tutor time, students were encouraged to share their career aspirations, which will be displayed as a classroom exhibit.
• Interactive Activities: Engaging tasks such as "Guess the Career" were designed to spark curiosity in students about the diverse career paths available.
• Research Assignments: Students were tasked with researching different careers and presenting their findings to their peers, gaining valuable insights into the skills, salary expectations, and career pathways required for various professions.

Through career exploration in subjects students already excel in or feel passionate about, they are more likely to be motivated and engaged in their learning, which ties directly into the Gordano strategic vision.

Louise Blundell, Headteacher

Gordano School’s National Careers Week celebration is a reminder that career choices are not just shaped by family influence but also by the opportunities students are exposed to in school. By introducing students to a diverse range of career paths, Gordano School is helping them navigate their futures with confidence and clarity.