60 budding young apprentices, aged 6-7 year old, of St Faith’s Church of England Infant School got stuck into trying trade skills at a ‘Have a Go’ event on Monday 06 February, as part of ‘sharing skills’ exercise in support of National Apprenticeship Week (06-10 February).

Mini bricks challenge and stencilling project with Apprentice Chris Greene

Current Apprentices, already employed in the industries and studying with Lincoln College, hosted activity stations around the school hall to share skills they’ve acquired as part of their training whilst the St Faith’s pupils got stuck into having a go!

Having a go at hairdressing and making veggie pitta breads!

Apprenticeship routes of catering and hospitality, painting and decorating, brickwork and hairdressing are represented, with activities including: veggie pitta bread making, brickwork orientated game, painting techniques and hair styling and techniques.

Mrs Barkes, Headteacher said:

“What an exciting and action packed afternoon! At St Faith’s CE Infant School, we are committed to enriching the children’s learning experiences, so we were delighted to take part in an event that enabled our students to try their hand at a range of new skills!”

Rachel May, Director of Employer Engagement added:

“Lincoln College wanted to support National Apprenticeship Week with an event that made a positive contribution to the community – our apprentices gain a wealth of skills as part of their training and this event was a great opportunity for them to pass some of them on!”