Five Futura colleagues developed their professional experience, soft skills and confidence when they spent a week working in Indian schools.
Bek Curtis (Northgate), Sophy Palmer (Bridge Farm), Seth Brilliant (Bridge Farm), Will Hynes (Bridge Farm) and Katie Young (All Saints) participated in the visit, which was funded by the Turing Scheme and organised by our apprenticeship partner, Orange Moon Training.
The action-packed week included observations, lesson support, attending a leaving ceremony and delivering activity days based on UK favourites including The Gingerbread Man, The Three Billy Goats Gruff, and The Tiger Who Came to Tea for the pupils. It wasn’t all work; there was also time for sightseeing and playing sports with the children.
Katie Young talked to us about the visit.
How were you selected to participate? I was eligible to apply because I am completing the Orange Moon HLTA training. I completed the application and was chosen to attend.
How has the visit benefited you professionally? My most significant benefit has been confidence in more challenging scenarios. We had many occasions where we were asked to present in front of large groups or teach children. It took me out of my comfort zone, but it was excellent preparation for delivering my first lesson to a class and a mini series of assemblies when I returned to All Saints.
What are your top tips to help colleagues make the most of a similar opportunity?
- Do it! It is such a worthwhile experience.
- Go with an open mind and no expectations.
- Take toilet roll (trust me!).
- Enjoy it.
You can view Katie’s travel blog, video and photos on the Orange Moon Training website.
