The day was the second held by Kilburn Grange School, which hopes to inspire pupils by exposing them to a variety of professions and encouraging early conversations about future ambitions.
Pupils arrived dressed for their dream jobs, filling classrooms with police officers, doctors, athletes, and more.
A London Ambulance Service paramedic and two police constables led the assembly, offering insights into emergency service work. Their presentation included demonstrations, interactive discussions, and even the simulation of an arrest.
Headteacher Helen Khinich said: “Events like career day bring learning to life and encourage our children to think big.
“By connecting what they do in the classroom with the wider world, our pupils gain confidence, spark their imagination, and begin to understand that their future opportunities are limitless.”
Career day began with a whole-school assembly where children played a guessing game, matching photos of professionals with their fields of work. This activity challenged stereotypes and highlighted the diversity within different roles.
Other visitors included the school’s chef, a GP, an educational welfare officer, and a landscape architect who also works as a climate ambassador.
The guests rotated through classrooms, sharing their career stories, answering questions, and encouraging pupils to consider a wide range of possibilities.
Pupils said the experience left a strong impression. One Year 5 pupil said: “I want to be a doctor because I want to save people. I understand what it feels like to be unwell and I don’t like seeing people hurting. I want to help people.”
