Careers Related Learning
At Cleves Cross, we strive to develop an approach to career-related learning that enables pupils to engage progressively in a wide range of experiences in relation to the world of work. We believe career-related learning for primary aged pupils should be focused on exploration, developing understanding and challenging stereotypes for all pupils.
Research demonstrates that stereotypes can develop in pupils from an early age and that this can have a negative impact on engagement in learning and career aspirations in later life. Therefore, we prioritise career related learning and developing high aspirations for all pupils. Our career-related learning addresses two fundamental areas:
- Developing knowledge about work e.g. by learning and exploring a range of career, opportunities that are available and industries.
- Developing skills to become lifelong learners e.g. social and emotional skills and enterprise skills.
We are proud to share that we have successfully completed the exciting ‘Start Small, Dream Big’ programme — a national initiative aimed at enhancing careers education in primary schools across England.
We aim to inspire all our children, regardless of background, to dream big about their futures. By introducing them to a wide range of careers and helping them understand the world of work, we’re laying the foundations for high aspirations and informed choices later in life.
Gatsby Benchmarks at Cleves Cross Primary School
| Gatsby Benchmark | How Cleves Cross Primary Meets This Benchmark |
| GB1: A stable careers programme | Careers education is embedded in the PSHE/RSE and enrichment curriculum. Careers activities, visits, and visitors are planned to raise aspirations. |
| GB2: Learning from career and labour market information | Labour market info is integrated into the PSHE/RSE curriculum. Additional resources are shared via the school website and fortnightly newsletters. |
| GB3: Addressing the needs of each pupil | Curriculum reflects equality and diversity. Pupils take on ambassadorial roles (e.g., Community Ambassadors, School Councilors, Rights Respecting etc.). |
| GB4: Linking curriculum learning to careers | Careers are linked to all curriculum subjects. Subject leads share assemblies on careers. Subject displays include career connections. |
| GB5: Encounters with employers and employees | Regular assemblies with employers/employees. Annual Careers Fair. Additional encounters are sought throughout the year. |
| GB6: Experiences of workplaces | Workplace visits and experiences are part of the enrichment curriculum. The school actively seeks further opportunities for pupils to experience workplaces. |
| GB7: Encounters with further and higher education | Visits to secondary schools, sixth forms and universities. University staff also visit the school. Strong partnerships with local higher education institutions. NERAP workshops |
| GB8: Personal guidance | During the Careers Fair, pupils engage directly with professionals, asking questions and exploring careers of interest. |
Links to useful careers websites
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zdqnxyc
(find your perfect job)
https://www.northeastambition.co.uk/resources (Careers resources tailored towards North East schools)
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/ (Government website containing careers information, advice and guidance.)
https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/ (Information about taking an apprenticeship route into employment)
https://www.careersandenterprise.co.uk/schools-colleges/primary-school-toolkit (Information about how primary schools are raising aspirations.)
https://www.tomorrowsengineers.org.uk/ (Information and guidance to develop aspirations in engineering)
https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/ (A wealth of information and resources aimed to develop aspirations of working in the NHS)
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/pshe-ks1-ks2-what-is-my-job/zrdkt39
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Year 4 have had another busy week filled with interesting lessons! 🌟
PE: We started learning our new dance routine.
Computing: The children created PowerPoint presentations packed with facts all about the Romans.
English: We started reading our new book, Escape from Pompeii, and we’re really looking forward to writing our own narratives next week!
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We had a super Spotacular day today at school to celebrate ‘Children In Need’. Thankyou for your kind donations - some of the children looked fantastic! ... See MoreSee Less
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We have had another busy week in Reception class! We have been exploring the cartoon, ‘The Trap Door’ in Drawing Club, identifying circles and triangles in maths, and learning all about Remembrance Day.♥️
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Our Rights Respecting Ambassadors attended the Armistice Service at the Town Hall today, paying their respects and remembering all those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We are very proud of them for representing our school with dignity and respect. ... See MoreSee Less
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Year 5 have arrived at Newton Aycliffe and are ready for their multi skills event! Thanks Go Well ⚽️🤾♀️⛹️♀️🏓 ... See MoreSee Less
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Year 5 have had a lovely walk up to Ferryhill library this morning. 📚❤️👩🏼🏫 ... See MoreSee Less
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What a great first week back for Year 1! The children came back with a wonderful attitude to learning and have started off the term with so much energy! We started our new Geography topic, “Where I Live” by exploring our local community and sharing observations about our surroundings. The excitement continued as we introduced our brand-new Curious Quests characters - the children can't wait to follow them on their learning adventures! Throughout the week, it was wonderful to see everyone exploring and extending their learning across our continuous provision areas. To finish off the week we had a parent story time 📚 A big thank you to the grown-ups who joined us, the children loved having you all there! We are looking forward to another fantastic week ahead! 😃 ... See MoreSee Less
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Don’t forget to go along to the junior park run tomorrow! This could be the week we win the trophy again!✨ SCHOOLS SURVEY IS BACK IN THE MORNING ✨
It’s that day of the month where we take a tally of the schools of our participants to see which school brings the highest % of their school to our event.
There are two trophies up for grabs:
INNER SPENNYMOOR TROPHY - It’s been Rosa Street’s for the last two months, where previously it lived at Kirk Merrington. The only other school to have won in the past has been King Street. Usually in the Top 3 are either St Charles or Tudhoe Colliery with good showings from Springmoor Grange as well. Last month saw a big increase for Middlestone Moor, and were hoping for the same from North Park too!
OUTER SPENNYMOOR TROPHY - This is the trophy for the school that brings the highest % from a school outside of Spennymoor. Current holders are Escomb, and previous winners have been Cleves Cross, Toft Hill and Dean Bank .. will one of these schools take the trophy back to their school or is it another schools time?
Remember, the speed the course is completed does not matter, each junior is counted equally whether they are the first, fifth, fifteenth or fiftieth finisher. ... See MoreSee Less
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