Pupils Explore Their Futures at Annual Careers Fair
16 February 2026
On Friday, 13 February, Priory once again opened its doors to a fantastic line‑up of employers, organisations, and further education providers for our annual Careers Fair - an inspiring event designed to support pupils across all stages as they consider their future pathways.
Held in the Sports Hall, each year group attended a dedicated 30‑minute session, giving pupils the chance to meet professionals face‑to‑face, ask prepared questions, and gather valuable insights into careers, apprenticeships, and college options.
Prior to the fair, pupils spent time thinking about the questions they wanted to ask, helping them take a proactive and confident approach.
This year’s Careers Fair brought together an impressive range of organisations, including Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service, Leyland Trucks, Nuffield Health, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (including Pathology), the Army, RAF, Jobcentre Plus, Community Rail Lancashire, BAE Systems, and Sarah Cutts Linguistics and Translation.
One of the highlights of the morning was welcoming back two former Priory pupils, James and Harrison Aubrey‑Williams, who attended the event with Nuffield Health. It was wonderful to hear first-hand about their journey since leaving Priory and how their experiences at school helped shape their career ambitions.
Our visiting colleges - Runshaw College, Newman College, Myerscough College, Preston College, Blackpool & The Fylde College, and Fleetwood Nautical Campus - were also on hand to provide guidance on post‑16 courses, vocational routes, and further training opportunities.
Each exhibitor set up an interactive stand filled with information, hands‑on activities, and popular take‑home goodies such as pens, wristbands, and sweets, all of which helped spark conversations and build pupils’ confidence in engaging with professionals.
Event organiser and Science teacher Mrs Massey praised the enthusiasm shown by pupils throughout the morning. “Our aim is to give pupils the knowledge, confidence and inspiration they need to make informed, open‑minded decisions about their future,” she said. “I was delighted to see so many organisations give up their morning to support our school. Their commitment ensures this event remains such a valuable experience for our pupils.”
Reflecting on the day, she added: “The pupils were fantastic; they asked thoughtful questions, explored a range of careers, and embraced the opportunity to speak to people from industries they may never have considered before. I couldn’t be prouder of how they represented Priory.”
Priory would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to every organisation that joined us. Your time, enthusiasm, and willingness to share your expertise plays a crucial role in helping shape the aspirations of our pupils.
We look forward to welcoming many of you back next year as we continue to build strong, meaningful links between school, employers and the wider community.
