Lesson Plans

Gatsby Benchmark 4 highlights the importance of linking curriculum learning to careers. For example, STEM subject teachers should highlight the relevance of STEM subjects for a wide range of future career paths.

Tees Valley schools and colleges were involved in the Educate the Educators, Stay Local Go Far programme, which focussed on key priority growth sectors across Tees Valley. Teachers visited businesses from these sectors and created a lesson resources which will help support you link careers to the curriculum and make learning relevant to the world of work.

Helping students to build a deeper understanding of opportunities, connections between learning and industry and the essential skills that need to be honed for different roles. There are a number of pathways and routes into employment, in particular technical and vocational options like apprenticeships. This knowledge can empower educators to effectively support students to take their best next step.