Pupils discover the world of work during Lanarkshire factory visit

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Pupils from the ASN Department in Calderside Academy recently had an excellent opportunity to visit a Lanarkshire factory to discover what goes on and how the business works.The S6 pupils, from the Blantyre-based secondary school, are taking part in a course called Moving On, which is designed to prepare them for leaving school and entering the workplace.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android This saw the group visit the Glencairn Crystal factory in East Kilbride, where along with their teacher, Mr Obre, the pupils were given a tour of the work environment and had a fabulous question and answer session with co-owner Paul Davidson about a variety of aspects relating to the world of work, employment and expectations of employers for school leavers.A spokesperson for the school said: "It is wonderful that local companies are willing to give this experience to our pupils and allow them a better understanding of what to expect when they head out into the world." *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

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