Industrial Visits for Students
Aims & Objectives
Industrial Visits aid teachers in the delivery of the school curriculum and
can help students fulfil certain curriculum requirements. They are especially
relevant to students studying for 14-19 Diploma Courses. They also provide
a unique opportunity for students to gain an insight into a working environment
and can count towards schools achieving their work related learning objectives.
Description of Activity
- Objectives and requirements for student visit negotiated and agreed with
NEBP and school - NEBP recruits business and finalises visit with teachers and school staff
- NEBP sends confirmation letter to school
- Students participate in their Industrial visit, usually a half day
- Following completion of visit, evaluation forms sent to NEBP
Learning Outcomes
Students will benefit from:
- Greater awareness of careers and opportunities in a particular subject
area - Improved motivation and aspirations
- Greater awareness of the world of work
- Insight into working practices
- Improved listening skills
- Additional classroom resources
- Increased confidence
- Contribution to 14-19 Diploma objectives
WRL Framework
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
Key to framework element numbers
| 14-19 Diplomas | Functional Skills | Foundation Learning | Additional specialised learning |
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Details
| Year Group(s) | Year 7 onwards. |
| Group size | Maximum groups of 30 |
| Venue | Company premises |
| Time / Duration | Typically a half day – timings to be agreed |
