Work Experience week

Our Year 10 students spent a week in July getting work experience, providing them with crucial insights for their future. Students were able to interact with professionals online and select students were lucky enough to take part in face to face visits.

face to face sessions

In the horticulture session, our Year 10 students learnt how to create a wall using blocks, bricks and slabs and the importance of petrol machinery.    


In the motor vehicle session students learnt about braking and oil systems, steering, engines, changing wheels and tyres.

Monday: Introduction to Industry Masterclass

Each day, we had a number of online professionals, eager to present to our Year 10 students about their industries.

To start the week, all of Year 10 were given the opportunity to hear from the three industry leaders below about future trends, skills and opportunities.

There were interactive activities and a masterclass in communication and presentation skills.


Tuesday: Sales and Marketing Masterclass

On Tuesday there was a Q&A session with the industry professionals listed to learn about their jobs, career journeys and the skills they use at work. 

We were able to gain valuable insights and advice to help our students create a project.

Wednesday: Food Science Masterclass

This was a Q&A session with the industry professionals below to learn about their jobs in food science, their career journeys and the skills they use while at work. 

Thursday: Engineering Masterclass

This was a Q&A session with the industry professionals listed, with an engineering focus, where students were able to learn about their jobs, career journeys and the skills they use at work. 

Friday: Employability Skills Masterclass

This is where our students were able to develop their skills needed to perform a virtual application process and at an interview. 

Our students took part in a Q&A session with HR and early career experts.

Thank you to each and every member of staff who supported this memorable week, and all of our external contacts who shared their time and expertise!

Lordswood Boys' School Hagley Road Harborne  Birmingham B17 8BJ 

Tel: 0121 464 2837 

Email: enquiry@lordswoodboys.co.uk

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