Our careers programme is based on evidence from the Gatsby Foundation. The Gatsby Benchmarks originated in a research report (Good Career Guidance) from the Gatsby Foundation in 2013, and the research provides a comprehensive study of career development exploring key elements of good career education.

The eight benchmarks are outlined below:

1. A stable careers programme with a careers leader
2. Learning from careers and labour market information
3. Addressing the needs of each student
4. Linking curriculum learning with careers
5. Encounters with employers and employees
6. Experience of work places
7. Encounters with HE and further education
8. Personal guidance

Our aim is for all students to receive quality careers education and advice at every stage in their education and our careers programme focuses on a particular area for every year group from Year 7 through to Year 11. See the ‘Careers Programme’ page for more information.