Developing the Young Workforce (DYW)

A focus on gradually preparing children and young people for employment forms a core element of our curriculum at Camstradden Primary School.

P1-3 children develop knowledge of work through playful learning and enquiry
P4-7 children develop skills for enterprise and employment.
P5-7 use the My World of Work online resource to explore their strengths, goals and career options.
We work closely with our partners at the Caledonian Club . Primary 7 recently took part in a STEM Exploration day in partnership with Caledonian Club, aimed at increasing young people’s awareness of different jobs, career pathways and their own learning journey in STEM.
Parents are signposted to the My Kid’s Career website to help them engage with their children about career options.
Staff work with a wide range of business partners/employers to co-design and deliver DYW opportunities throughout the session.
This year (2022-23) we plan to host our first ever DYW/STEM focused Careers Fair to help P1-7 children learn about careers in Science -Technology- Engineering and Maths, whilst building their skills.
We benefit from a number of parent volunteers, who come into school to share their work experience with the children throughout the year.