Two thought provoking talks by Annabel Taylor-Ross for PSHEE pupils...

The Wider World is the PSHEE theme for this half of term, and it was great to welcome Annabel Taylor-Ross, a former Captain in the Army, UN Aid Worker, Head of PSHEE at Blundell's School, and now a business owner selling canoes, to talk to King’s pupils.

Annabel spoke to the 3^rd and 4^th Form on Careers in Conflict focussing on her career in conflict zones such as Kosovo, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka. She explained key bodies to the pupils such as the UN, and the different branches of the military thus showing the pupils the many different types of careers are available in the military.

The 6^th Form talk was very different looking at the idea of Blankets or Barriers and the response to the refugee crisis in the world. Pupils realised the many different reasons why there are refugees with the phrase ‘no one chooses to be a refuge’ really emphasised.

The aim for both of these talks is to educate the pupils about life beyond the Bruton bubble. Later in the week, pupils will complete follow up work based on the talks with their joint |House for this term.

"The Sixth Form talk was fascinating as it put a human face to the immigration crisis that is so apparent in the news. It was really useful for helping us look beyond our school 'bubble' and form our own opinions on the topic." - Amelia

"The 3^rd & 4^th Form talk was very interesting as it showed us how many careers there are in the military, and Annabel Taylor-Ross has helped so many people." Willoughby

Emily Simper - Head of PSHEE