Careers Mark
At Burlington Junior School, we think it is important that our pupils gain skills and knowledge about careers. This enables them to understand and develop characteristics such as resilience and patience- required for their future. They have access to careers education which is free from gender bias and helps them to develop knowledge about careers in the local area; it also helps them to identify their own characteristics and potentially, what kind of jobs they might like and suit. Some jobs of the future, particularly in IT, have not yet been realised so it is important that we give our children the appropriate IT skills and confidence to be flexible as they travel their learning journey. This really enhances pupil self-esteem as their confidence grows.
We aim to expose our pupils to as many various jobs and experiences as is possible- again, allowing them to develop ideas and make more informed choices when they are older. Visits, visitors and key learning points, such as how they might start to run a local business or manage their money in the future, enhance and support Y6 transition to Secondary school. Engineering at Primary, Lego STEM and Maker Education are all important elements of careers development skills offered at Burlington Juniors. Our Careers Event- working with Primary Futures- brings a variety of professionals to our school, which the pupils thoroughly enjoy. Our online links include those with Farmer Colin from Farmer Time, Tyler O’Brien from the Challenger Learning Centre in the USA and Ross O’Brien from BP, amongst other remote visitors.
We aim to develop links with Parents- working to give pupils access to many varied career options and hear from parents- and people from within our community- as they share experiences of their different jobs. We also have links with East Riding College where our Year 6 pupils learn about educational pathways such as apprenticeships and courses which can lead to University.
We feel that careers education is a vital area of learning and that it is important to sew the seeds of interest regarding jobs, so to provide our pupils with a wide knowledge, enabling them to develop informed views as they progress
In the galleries below you can see just some of the experiences our pupils have had.
Careers Event
Maker Ed Visit
Farmer Tom
Parachute Regiment Visit
Professor Brad Gibson Visit
World of Work - RNLI Coastguard
World of Work - Beauty Bank Visit
World of Work - Police Station
World of Work - Fire Station Visit
World of Work - Bridlington Motor Auctions
World of Work - Tesco
Amazon Fulfilment Centre Visit
Ross O'Brien visit from BP
East Riding College Visit
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Visit
STEM York University Visit
STEM Enthuse Partnership with Bridlington School
Skype Link Ups - Careers Q & A
Big Bang Careers Fair
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust - Marine Biologist
Stem girls' trip - York
“My child has settled really well here, she feels happy and her hard work is recognised. Very pleased.”
“Pupils are happy to
attend school. Parents say their children are ‘well cared for, feel safe and can be
themselves’.”
“Good transition from Year 4- 5. My child is in a smaller class, well supported in English and Maths. Nurtured and settled.”
“My child has settled well into Year 3. She enjoys Maths especially.”
“Burlington Junior School is a wonderful school with great staff. They have helped me to become really independent whilst supporting me. I am really happy at this school.”
“Behaviour and attendance continue to improve throughout school.”
“In school I like the writing because you get to write about your favourite things. I love all the language you can use.”
“Leaders achieve this
through daily story-time sessions and ‘reading ambassadors’ who promote reading with their peers.”
“I like Burlington Junior School because we get to go on trips.”
“Both children have attended this school. Both have enjoyed it and have reached their potential.”
“What I like about Burlington Junior School is learning because if you listen carefully you will get smart and you will have a good education and you will get a good job.”
“Leaders have high expectations of pupils’ behaviour.”
“Communication with parents has improved recently, Class Dojo is a good addition. Good to see the topics for this half-term.”
“My daughter is very happy at school and is doing well. I am pleased with her progress.”
“I like doing writing and maths because in maths you get to learn different methods to answer questions and I like writing stories.”
“All 3 of my children are very happy at this school”.
“Since implementation of Class Dojo we are much more aware of the things that happen whilst at school. Also the Dojo Points System is a great way to monitor progress.”
“Leaders continue to develop a broad and balanced curriculum that raises pupils’ aspirations.”
“Pupils speak
enthusiastically about the range of after-school activities on offer.”
“Leaders develop pupils’ experiences beyond the community, including
annual visits to London.”
“My kids love it at Burlington Junior School.”
“Would recommend this school 100%. My child is very happy.”
“In English and mathematics, pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), remember what they have learned over time.”
“Leaders create a positive environment where pupils flourish.”
“This is my third child to go all the way through Burlington and I would recommend this school every time.”
“Pupils take home books that match their phonics ability. This helps them to become confident and fluent readers.”
“‘There is something for everyone.’ Clubs range from golfing, cheerleading, football and rugby to mindfulness, yoga and knitting.”
“I like learning because I think learning is fun and it allows me to push myself and learn new things every day.”
“Staff, including those at the early stages of their careers, say they feel supported to fulfil their roles.”
“Leaders are passionate about ensuring that all pupils receive the education they deserve.”
“Furthermore, leaders invite pupils to attend afterschool sessions to help them catch up quickly.”
“Subject leaders are invited to share curriculum plans with governors.”
“My most favourite thing in Burlington Juniors is that we all help each other and that if someone is upset other people go and talk and play with them.”
“The school has
put in place a range of strategies and interventions to support pupils with their emotional health and well-being and behaviour.”
“My child loves this school.”
“Leaders plan aspects of the science curriculum in order to promote
engineering.”
“I like this school because we get to learn new things every day”
“Leaders encourage good mental health through nurture sessions and a
‘nature’ programme.”
“I like learning about history and the Romans and we are going on a trip to Murton Park.”
“Leaders provide a range of opportunities to develop pupils’ interests.”
“Leaders strive to develop a curriculum that engages and inspires pupils.”
“Daily phonics lessons and extra support in the afternoon take place for pupils who are at the early stages of reading.”
“The best thing about Burlington Junior School is the lessons are fun and interesting and we always learn something new.”
“Parents comment that their children ‘really enjoy reading for pleasure’.”
“The thing I like about Burlington Junior school is that the teachers are very nice and it’s easy to make new friends.”
“Leaders are keen to ‘sow the seeds of interest’ regarding careers.”
