During the week of 4 – 8 May, 59 Vocational Major (VM) students stepped beyond the classroom and into the workplace, taking part in structured work placements across a wide range of local businesses. Students gained hands-on experience in industries such as construction and automotive, while others explored pathways in education, retail, hospitality, business and health. These placements provided invaluable real-world insight into future careers and, for many students, the experience led directly to exciting opportunities – including part-time employment, School-Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBATs), and apprenticeships.