Lessons on the world of work

Pupils take a look to the future

St Patrick’s Primary pupils and nursery kids’ Developing the Young Workforce topic culminated with a special careers day recently.

The Advertiser was among guests who visited the school and informed the children about local journalism.

Workers from a variety of other professions also spoke to the youngsters, including speech therapy, fitness instruction, the police and social work.

Gemma McBride, depute head teacher, said: “Over two weeks, children participated in a series of active workshops and lessons to help them prepare for the world of work and making good use of digital technologies.

“All learners were provided with opportunities and valuable experiences to develop their skills for learning and skills for life.

“The school were delighted to work in partnership with the wider community to create a successful showcase jobs fayre.”

Primary Five pupil Aiden Robertson told the Advertiser: “I really enjoyed the two- week topic and learning about what people do.

“I enjoyed finding out about the Advertiser journalist’s job.”

Leo McGowan in Primary Seven said: “It was a really interesting topic and I felt inspired after the job showcase.”

Sophie Mia O’Hagan, from Primary Four, said: “It was a fun event and I really enjoyed talking to people about their jobs.

“I loved the armed forces presentation.”

Fair cop Police work was a good fit for pupils

Newsround The Advertiser’s Andrew Bargh speaks with pupils

Let’s talk Speech therapy was a hot topic

Taste test The food industry put in an appearance

Safety first Pupils were kitted out to meet a chemical engineer

Attention The army was represented at the event