decisions for their future education and long-term aspirations. Young alumni testify that this assistance in unlocking their potential and in enabling them to progress at any given stage has been invaluable in the competitive environment they enter following their A Levels. The objective is not to tell boys what they should do but to provide them with the tool kit they need to discover how to proceed and to succeed. To this end, boys participate in Careers education, as part of Wellbeing lessons and form tutorials in each year group, and the module in Year 11 is run alongside career profiling (aptitudes and interests). Every boy then proceeds to a career guidance session with an external adviser before consulting with in- house Careers advisers as they participate in our Professional Insight Programme – the scheme that ensures boys research and visit potential employers as they explore their interests. This tailor-made provision – along with topical seminars, Employer Encounter Events and the annual Courses and Careers Convention – is supported by our many external contacts.
mornings. Students enjoy becoming part of small dedicated teams and developing their social skills in unfamiliar and sometimes challenging contexts, for the benefit of others. Community Service encourages students to develop working relationships and friendships across age ranges and social divides. It instils the values of commitment, dedication and responsibility while supporting the young, elderly and most vulnerable in society. Careers The Careers Department is located in a purpose- built suite in the Lord George Building and is staffed by three dedicated Careers staff and the Higher Education team, who together encourage and support students as they consider life beyond Dulwich. The provision aims to equip boys to assess their options as they are made aware of the fast-changing environment with its many opportunities and challenges. Research skills are taught, guidance is provided and boys are prepared to make informed
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