Our Lady's Catholic High School
Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance
Preparing our pupils for their future
At Our Lady’s Catholic High School, we are committed to ensuring that every pupil is prepared for life beyond school and is able to make informed and ambitious decisions about their future.
Our careers programme begins in Year 7 and develops progressively through to Year 11. Pupils are given opportunities to discover different careers, meet employers and education providers, experience the workplace, develop employability skills and receive the information and personal guidance they need to make successful transitions to their next stage.
We recognise that every pupil’s journey is different. Our careers provision aims to raise aspirations, challenge stereotypes and ensure that pupils understand the full range of pathways available to them, including further education, apprenticeships, technical education, training and employment.
Careers Leader: Mrs Zoe Lin – Careers Leader and Year 11 Learning Manager
Our Careers Journey
Our programme is designed as a progressive five-year journey:
| Year | Theme | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Year 7 | DISCOVER | Broadening horizons and introducing the world of work |
| Year 8 | EXPLORE | Understanding careers, skills and the realities of working life |
| Year 9 | DECIDE & PREPARE | Making informed choices and preparing for future experiences |
| Year 10 | EXPERIENCE | Developing employability skills and experiencing the workplace |
| Year 11 | PROGRESS | Supporting every pupil towards a successful next step |
