On Friday 19th September, our Year 7 students went on a trip to Paignton Zoo as an introduction to the Careers Curriculum they will be accessing throughout their time at Coombe Dean.

Throughout the day, students toured around the zoo and learnt more about the many different roles needed in order to ensure the zoo is able to operate, including Zoo Keepers, Finance Managers, Veterinarians, Carpenters, Tree Surgeons, Caterers and Retail Managers. Students took part in a workshop that provided them with information about how they could work towards gaining a career.

The topic of Careers was brought to life through students being encouraged to look at the zoo environment in different ways with the extra excitement of having the opportunity to see lots of animals during the day. Year 7 enjoyed their day, and they should have come home with lots to talk about!