Last week CATCH was lucky enough to host our second school trip through Centre for Industry Education Collaboration (CIEC). Ormiston South Parade Academy came to visit!

Mark Booth, Head of Skills, CATCH said,  “Through the CIEC we have committed to hosting two school visits per year, to inform the children in a fun and practical way about industry careers. Hopefully assisting with building the employees of the future and narrowing the industries skills gap. We were thrilled to welcome Ormiston South Parade Academy pupils, who we all impeccably behaved and pleasure to have on-site with us”

Charlotte Carter, Year 5/6 Teacher,  Ormiston South Parade Academy said, “Wow! Where do I even start!  Thank you so much for such a fantastic project that our pupils have been very lucky to have been part of.  The trip was probably the best trip I’ve ever been on since starting teaching.  My class are a mixed bunch of pupils with a variety of SEN needs and they were honestly so hooked on all the activities. All the staff at CATCH were so kind, patient and such a delight to work with. I definitely have a number of inspired engineers on my hands now.”

The CIEC aim to promote excellence in primary science teaching and learning, increase children’s and teachers’ awareness of STEM careers and industries, and raise children’s science capital.  Mark Contined, “CATCH is very proud to be a part of this amazing initiative to encourage children to consider a career in engineering, giving them hands-on experience and a flavour of what it’s like in industry.  I really can’t recommend enough any company getting involved, a very satisfying and rewarding experience.”

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