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The classroom and corridors of Woodlands Primary were buzzing with excitement as volunteers from International Personal Finance and Eversheds took part in a World of Work Day on 30 September. The whole school was involved in activities supported by volunteers aimed at raising pupils' aspirations and getting them to think about the world of work. To encourage them, the pupils were invited to dress up as what they wanted to be when they grew up.

Classes were filled with would-be businessmen, dancers, surgeons and policemen. The children wrote their aspirations on paper leaves which the volunteers turned into a collage, showing some good creative skills.  Laura McBrien of Eversheds said of the day 'It was interesting to hear the pupils' aspirations, and hope to inspire them and emphasise how important school is. The kids were really enthusiastic about learning which was great to see.' 

Karen Shotton, who works in the school's Pupil Development Centre, said 'The day provided opportunities for the children to connect learning to their futures, learn about different professions and develop questioning skills. They really enjoyed the volunteers being part of their school day.'