Exciting Apprenticeship Fair at 麻豆社madou

麻豆社madou recently hosted an informative and engaging Apprenticeship Fair on the afternoon of Tuesday 30^th January, opening its doors to students eager to explore a range of career possibilities through apprenticeships and traineeship schemes.

The event saw over 30 exhibitors representing a variety of diverse sectors, including prominent names like TUI, The Grove, Virgin Media o2, MBDA, Herts Police, PWC and the Royal Air Force (RAF) to name but a few. The broad spectrum of exhibitors provided students with a comprehensive overview of potential career paths.

The event provided a unique opportunity for keen students to connect with industry leaders, gain insights into various professions, and discover the benefits of apprenticeships and traineeships. The engagement with established companies helped students to ask questions, seek advice and gather first-hand information from a range of employers and training providers.

The event went beyond merely offering information; it encouraged students to build and expand their professional networks and establishing connections.

The Apprenticeship Fair emerged as a resounding success, leaving a lasting impact on the students who attended. A thank you to all the companies who exhibited with many commenting on the great organisation of the event and positive interaction with our students and parents alike.

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Teachers commended for transforming Design & Technology education

We were delighted to read that our Design and Technology teachers, Miss Yalley and Mr Hadley were featured in the Design and Technology publication. The article discusses the transformation of the Design & Technology (D&T) department at St. Clement Danes School over the past five years. It discusses how Mr Hadley and Miss Yalley took ownership of the subject, implementing a new subject ethos based on trust, excellence, respect, and safety to foster student responsibility and independence. Key Initiatives & Changes Revamping Projects & Curriculum Introduced more challenging design projects at earlier years (Years 8 & 9). Shifted focus to design skills, problem-solving, and justifying choices over just practical outcomes. Prioritized quality over quantity in student projects. Notable projects: Year 7: Robot concepts Year 8: Articulated lamps Year 9: Branded dispensers & modular speakers Encouraging Inclusion & Diversity Created a girls-only club to boost female participation in GCSE Product Design. Sixth-form girls mentor younger students, building confidence and community. Design Ventura Competition Integrated mock coursework with the Design Ventura competition. Encouraged teamwork and prototyping to improve engagement. Use of AI & Technology Introduced cloud-based tools to make learning more accessible. Leveraged AI for idea development and communication. Professional Development & Industry Links Participating in the Teachers in Residence program to gain industry insights. Adopted industry models like the Double Diamond Design Process and Scrum-based project sprints to enhance student learning. Established workshops with industry professionals to inspire students, especially girls, to pursue design careers. Key Takeaways for Educators Adapt curriculum to student needs and school culture. Pilot new initiatives as clubs first to gauge student interest. Encourage student feedback to refine teaching methods. Be open to change and continuously evolve teaching strategies. The article ultimately encourages educators to embrace creativity, experimentation, and student collaboration in D&T education. We are very proud of our teachers for their continued hard work and dedication for each of their subject areas. Congratulations to Mr Hadley and Miss Yalley for their inspiring article and the incredible work they’ve done to transform Design & Technology at St. Clement Danes! Their dedication to fostering creativity, inclusion, and industry connections is truly commendable, and their impact on students will undoubtedly be long-lasting.

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