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Exploring future pathways at Swanmore's Careers Fair

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Pupils and families explored post-16 education, training and career opportunities with representatives from colleges, universities and employers.

Careers Fair inspires future possibilities

Swanmore College welcomed a wide range of colleges, universities, training providers and employers on Thursday, 8 October 2026, for its Careers Fair, giving Year 10 and Year 11 pupils and their families the opportunity to explore the many pathways available beyond secondary school.

Copies of the Itchen Sixth Form College prospectus for 2027 laid out on a blue table alongside promotional pens.

A GeoMax total station survey instrument set up on display in front of an Encompass Geospatial exhibition banner.

Pupils engaging with representatives at exhibition stands during a careers event.

The event brought together representatives from further education colleges, sixth forms and universities, alongside employers and industry professionals from sectors including construction, engineering, finance, science, public services and the armed forces.

Pupils speaking with a representative at the University of Winchester display stand during a careers event.

A Ministry of Defence display table showcasing various military models, promotional items, and information sheets for Defence Munitions Gosport Apprenticeships.

Pupils gathering in front of a South Downs College promotional stand.

Throughout the event, pupils and their families were able to speak directly with exhibitors, ask questions and find out more about different qualifications, training routes and career opportunities. From academic and vocational courses to apprenticeships and employment pathways, the fair offered valuable insights into the range of possibilities available.

A pupil viewed from behind examining a exhibition banner for Barton Peveril Sixth Form College.

A Sunbelt Rentals exhibition table featuring an interactive site map jigsaw puzzle display.

A pupil looking at a display stand for Clemtech Specialist Technical Recruitment Partner during a careers event.

The Careers Fair forms part of the College's wider careers education programme, helping pupils make informed decisions about their next steps and encouraging them to explore their interests, ambitions and future aspirations.

A pupil looking closely at an information banner for New Forest Hotels.

A CIOB construction display table featuring a hard hat, high-visibility vest, laptop, and promotional literature.

A pupil viewed from behind looking at a promotional banner for UTC Portsmouth, a STEM Specialist College.

Thank you to our exhibitors

We are extremely grateful to all the organisations who generously gave their time to attend, share their expertise and offer advice to our pupils and families.

Pupils speaking with a representative at the South Hampshire College Group exhibition stand.

An exhibition banner for the National Oceanography Centre reading "Make The Ocean Your Future Career".

Pupils gathered at the Sparsholt College Winchester Hampshire display stand during a careers event.

Our thanks also go to the pupils and families who attended and engaged so thoughtfully with the exhibitors, making the most of the opportunity to explore their future options.

pupil pointing to subject options on a Peter Symonds College exhibition banner.

An exhibition banner for the Royal Air Force Regular plus Reserve outlining various career roles and pathways.

A pupil reading information on a display banner for HM Prison plus Probation Service.

Finally, a special thank you to Mr Valentine and Mrs Francis for their hard work in organising the event and bringing together such a diverse range of exhibitors to make the Careers Fair a success.

A Taylor Wimpey exhibition stand featuring a banner, hard hat, and information leaflets.

A black mug holding branded pens on a table at the Rekan exhibition stand.

A pupil holding an environmental health brochure at the Food Allergy Aware stand.

A pupil reading information in front of a TC Group Business Advisors and Accountants display banner.

The University of Portsmouth exhibition stand featuring course information banners and subject prospectuses.