“A key part of the solution to the post-Covid education recovery and challenging stereotypes is giving children access to role models from the world of work who can inspire, motivate and help children see why education is relevant.” – Karen Giles, Head Teacher at Barham Primary School
Education and Employers have just released a new report making the case for careers-related learning in primary schools:
Starting Early
Based on new in-depth research, insights and surveys, Starting Early: Building the foundations for success makes the case for career-related learning in primary schools. This new report provides the evidence behind a low-cost approach that is underexploited in addressing the challenges of ingrained stereotypical views and narrow aspirations of primary-aged pupils – and is especially vital during the post-Covid ‘recovery curriculum’ period.
Read the article summarising the report here:
Employers and Education