WHSS Prospectus May 2024 - Flipbook - Page 12
Careers & Work Experience
Religious Education
The Governors’ Policy on
Religious Education is in
line
with
current
government guidelines.
It is an element of the
common curriculum and
aims
to
provide
opportunities to explore and
share beliefs and stimulate
growth and reflection.
The school is not affiliated
to a particular religion. A
weekly assembly provides
opportunities for reflection,
celebration and at times
spiritual awareness.
Alternative provision can be
arranged if parents/carers
wish to exercise their right
to withdraw students from
religious worship and
instruction.
Careers education constitutes an integral part of the school
curriculum. We arrange all necessary careers interviews and
work placements for students in Years 10 and 11, both
locally and in their home areas.
We have strong links with Calderdale and Kirklees Career
Service, who, in turn liaise with the Careers Service in our
students’ home areas.
The school endeavours to secure employment or a place
on an appropriate college course for all Year 11 leavers.
The Compass Careers Benchmark Tool using 8 Gatsby
Benchmarks is used to identify CEIAG delivery strengths.
Strong partnership and links with two local schools provide
options for Y7-12 to access Joint IAG events throughout
the academic year, such as Careers Fairs, Super Learning
Days and Higher Education/Decisions at 18.
8Pupils in Year 11 and in the
sixth form are given expert help and
advice to ensure they can access courses
tailored to their interests and skills. Work
experience is carefully planned and
designed.9
Ofsted, Nov 2023