Partner With Us: Shape the Future Workforce: Help us Prepare, Aspire, and Succeed.

At The Cottesloe School, we are proud to hold an 8/8 Gatsby Benchmark rating—a testament to our commitment to world-class careers education. But we cannot do it alone.

We invite local businesses, alumni, and industry leaders to join our mission. By partnering with us, you aren't just ticking a CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) box; you are building your future talent pipeline, addressing local skills gaps, and inspiring the next generation of employees in Buckinghamshire and beyond.

Why Partner With The Cottesloe School?

Our students are eager to learn, resilient, and ready to work. We don't just teach the curriculum; we teach employability.

"I am truly impressed by the career programs at Cottesloe - it's inspiring to see such dedicated efforts making a real difference in shaping students' futures!" — Anahita Mohammadkhani, Enterprise Advisor & Architect, MAC Consultants Ltd.

How You Can Get Involved

We offer flexible opportunities for you to engage with students, from one-hour talks to week-long placements. We are currently seeking support for:

• Work Experience Placements:
  • Year 10: 8-day placements in July.
  • Years 12 & 13: Bespoke placements aligned with their study programs.
• The Cottesloe Futures Fair: Join us for our major annual careers fair to showcase your industry to hundreds of students.
• Guest Speaker Assemblies: Can you spare 20 minutes to share your career journey? Real-life stories are the most powerful tool to inspire our students.
• Mock Interviews & Workshops: Help Year 11 and Sixth Form students practice interview techniques and CV writing.
• Virtual Projects: Have a remote task? Our students can build digital skills by working on real-world projects from the classroom.

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The Benefits for Your Business

• Talent Spotting: Get early access to bright, motivated young people before they hit the job market.
• Staff Development: Mentoring students provides excellent leadership and communication training for your existing employees.
• Community Impact: Tangibly demonstrate your commitment to the local community and social mobility.
• Brand Awareness: Raise your profile among students, parents, and the wider school network.

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Join Our Network

Whether you can offer a single talk or a long-term partnership, we want to hear from you.

Contact our Careers Team at careershub@cottesloe.bucks.sch.uk

Phone: 01296 688264

Contact: Anna Gunn (Careers Coordinator)