Pupils feel schools are failing to prepare them for work, research suggests
A large proportion of young people believe that schools and colleges are failing to adequately prepare them for the world of work, according to new research.
A survey of 1,000 17 to 24-year-olds conducted by apprenticeship site GetMyFirstJob found that a staggering 98 per cent of respondents felt discontented with the supervision and job advice given by their school or college.
92 per cent said they felt the UK education system prioritises exams results over careers advice, with 90 per cent believing exams are a ‘poor way’ to test young peoples ability.
Additionally, 83 per cent said they were not advised on the best way to look for a job or apprenticeship and only a third believed their school or college had provided satisfactory information about apprenticeships.
Responding the the survey results, David Allison, founder of GetMyFirstJob, said: “More work must be done among schools, training providers, and colleges to ensure everyone involved is fully aware of the options available for students after the completion of GCSEs.”
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