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Reflecting on the day, Head of Sixth Form,
Catherine Ashworth, commented: “It was
wonderful to hear the buzz of so many young
people excited to discover the enormous range
of options open to them, whether that be
university, apprenticeships or gap years. The
opportunity to network and connect with Old
Moretonians is particularly valuable and I know
many work experience placements were secured!
The purpose of the event is not to make firm
decisions about future careers, for this
generation their job roles will be many and
varied, but to encourage discovery and highlight
possibilities so informed decisions can be made
about their next steps.”
Equally buzzing and busy were the Principal Michael Brewer said:
representatives of the many universities
attending, keen to meet this exciting cohort Throughout my twenty years of
of young people. For Old Moretonian Caitlin
Price the chance to inspire a new generation working in independent schools,
of young people was a welcome one: “I was the Moreton Hall Careers Fair is
particularly excited to share my experiences like nothing I have ever seen. It
and highlight the exciting opportunities that
degree apprenticeships offer. These programmes is nothing short of extraordinary
combine practical experience with academic to witness the success and scope
learning and it’s commendable that Moreton’s of this event. So many young
Next Steps team recognise that there’s no single,
linear route to success and encourage students people will have been encouraged,
to explore them.” inspired and excited today. ”
Students found the fair insightful. Lower “The benefits of this exceptional event extend
Sixth student Holly said, “I especially enjoyed into the wider community and beyond our
speaking to LIPA, UAL, and Falmouth about their Moreton grounds. All credit is owed to Mrs
performing arts courses.” Lauren explored new Ashworth and our incredible estates and
options like Queen’s Belfast, and Lizzie shared, marketing teams for making the should-be-
“It made me feel more confident about my future.”
impossible, possible.”
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