Career Learning at Welton Primary School

We believe it is never too early to inspire and motivate young minds! We are trialling a career currriulum based on the Career Development Institute Primary Framework launched in 2022). We look to embed career related learning into all areas of our curriculum and always enjoy speaking to visitors from the world of work. We are proud to host careers events in the school - the highlight of which is meeting new people and opening our minds to job opportunities. This has been possible due to the amazing work of Primary Futures! Over the years we have been visited by a huge range of visitors including:

  • A Royal Navy submariner engineer
  • A risk analyst
  • A bridge designer
  • Ministry of Defence air support officer
  • An expedition leader
  • Fitness trainer
  • Occupational therapist
  • Nurse
  • Vet
  • Interior designer
  • Barber
  • Naval architect
  • Author
  • Circus skill performer
  • Farmer
  • Computer programmer
  • Air traffic control programmer
  • Architect
  • Police

There is no doubt that our visitors really inspire our children about the world of work and the importance of being the best you can be - and following your dreams! Our innovative approach to Primary Careers has been recognised in an internationally published research report entitled 'What Works - Career-related learning in Primary Schools' published by Education and Employers Research and The Careers and Enterprise Company (Click here to read).

If you would like to come to Welton to talk about your job with our children, we would be delighted to see you! Email office@welton.mnsp.org.uk 

In January 2023, Mr Snell was invited to speak to MPs at the Education Select Committee in Westminster, to share the exciting work that we do at Welton. Click here to read more!

In 2019, Mr Snell presented our work to a room of business leaders in London where a wonderful photostory was showcased to great applause! We have also been recognised in an online publication for Primary Futures (CLICK HERE to view). Some of our amazing careers work was recently showcased at a business event at Drapers Hall in London and Mr Snell and Mrs Hollidge were invited to Downing Street with two children from Year 6 to meet the Prime Minister to discuss career related learning - an amazing experience!