20th October 2026
From carpentry and creative design to science and healthcare, pupils from Robert Clack School explored their future options.
The
practical taster day visit gave pupils the opportunity to try different
subjects, experience the College’s specialist facilities and discover some of
the skills they could develop after leaving school.
In the carpentry workshop, pupils worked with timber and hand tools, practising measuring, marking out and cutting. Creative activities saw them experiment with colours, images and designs, while science sessions offered the chance to examine specimens through microscopes.
Elsewhere, pupils explored electrical training equipment and took part in healthcare activities, including practising how to take blood pressure.
Working
together and trying unfamiliar tasks gave them a flavour of the practical
learning available at the College.
With Robert Clack School located close to the College’s Rush Green campus, the day also highlighted the range of learning opportunities available on pupils’ doorstep.
The visit forms part of the College’s ongoing relationship with the school, with regular liaison and similar taster sessions helping pupils explore their interests and consider their next steps.
Bailey Wilden, School Engagement Officer at Barking & Dagenham College, said: “Having the College so close to Robert Clack means there are fantastic opportunities for us to work together and help pupils discover what’s available on their doorstep. We keep in regular contact with the school and organise sessions like these so pupils can try different subjects and start to picture their next steps. Getting hands-on can spark an interest in something they haven’t considered before. We want pupils to leave feeling excited about their options and more confident about making the choices that are right for them.”
By experiencing subjects first-hand, pupils can build a clearer picture of what different courses involve. The sessions also provide a starting point for conversations about their strengths, ambitions and possible careers.
The College offers taster days, workshops and campus tours for schools, helping young people connect their classroom learning with future study and employment opportunities.
