A chance to say thanks for giving an insight into work

COMPANIES turned out in force for a South Derbyshire school’s annual industry buffet day in October 2002 to thank them for giving youngsters a glimpse into the world of work.

The Pingle School event was organised by teacher and industry co-ordinator Kevin Stokes as a thank-you to the school’s work experience providers.

Representatives from 50 companies covering a vast spectrum of industry sectors, from engineering to care services, turned out for the event and took the chance to liaise with each other, staff and pupils.

Deputy headteacher Martin Walton said: “It was one of the school’s higher profile events to thank the companies who enable our Year 11 pupils to take part in work experience programmes, which usually take place in June and July. It was well attended and we felt it was very worthwhile”.

John Ward of Queen’s Hospital, Keith Watkins of Kerry Foods, Yvonne Thornley and Helen Elson of Queen’s Hospital

Charlotte Myers of Revival Hair and Beauty, head teacher Sue Tabberer and Nisa Shaw of Revival Hair and Beauty

Susanna Tracey of Connections, Dave Warren of Transmitton and Lindsey Onions, Pingle School co-ordinator

Wendy Roome and Debbie Edwards of Sainsbury’s with Pat Griffiss, special needs link

Camilla Legate, head girl, Colin Shilham and Susan Shilham of Melton Interiors