Agenda item

To receive an update on the London Careers Festival.

Members heard an update on the London Careers Festival 2024, noting the following:

-       Teacher feedback was positive, especially for SEND and care-experienced pupils;

-       Attendance was: 2887 in person and 14,252 online (increase of +34% on 2023); and

-       The 3 areas particularly well-matched to learner needs were: Science Technology and Engineering; Architecture/Construction; and Arts & Communication.

The Board noted that a full report would be submitted to the next meeting of the Board.   

In response to a question on whether a full report would include feedback and suggested changes to the website, format or content (noting the lower relative attendance among secondary school students), the meeting heard that such discussions were already taking place and related recommendations would be presented.