Embedding Apprenticeships – Penwortham Girls High School

June 10, 2025

At our school, we have observed a growing interest in apprenticeships as a primary choice among students. To accommodate this, we’ve implemented a structured process for supporting apprenticeship pathways as early as Key Stage 3. This includes adapting our careers interventions and expanding exposure to a variety of industries, providing students with early insight into apprenticeship options.

• PSHE lessons focus on foundational skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving – competencies that align with what employers seek in apprentices.
• We align work experience with potential apprenticeship fields, so students can visualise their future roles, helping them transition smoothly from education to employment.
• SEN students have one-on-one career guidance, participation in the ASDAN program, and visits to apprenticeship providers and colleges. We organise workplace visits and mock interview sessions, often involving parents or carers for added support.
• Students interested in specific apprenticeships are offered sessions with prominent employers. For example, those aiming to work at BAE attend focused workshops to understand the application process, practice interviews, and receive guidance tailored to the employer’s expectations.