--- title: "Reception Children Explore Their Future Careers" url: "https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-30-reception-children-explore-their-future-careers" school: "St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School" --- Admissions Consultation BHCET schools in Darlington [Click Here](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/governance/admissions-consultation) **Tel:** 01325 380819 **Email:** office@staugustines.bhcet.org.uk # Reception Children Explore Their Future Careers 30 September 2026 ![](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/images/news/829332284_1924918141801939_4201464976491651390_n.jpeg)![](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/images/news/829518040_1064401646411096_306242670597978125_n.jpeg)![](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/images/news/831455659_1752800842680218_4220125860436970283_n.jpeg) At St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, our Reception children have been enjoying conversations about jobs, careers and their hopes for the future. As part of their learning, the children shared ideas about the exciting careers they would like to pursue when they are older. From pop stars and firefighters to doctors and vets, there was no shortage of enthusiasm and imagination as they explored the many different ways people contribute to and support our communities. The activity provided a wonderful opportunity for pupils to think about their interests, develop their speaking and listening skills, and learn more about the important roles people play in everyday life. It was inspiring to hear the children's ambitions and discover the dreams they have for the future. We were especially proud of the confidence shown by our young learners as they spoke about their aspirations and explained why certain careers appealed to them. These discussions encouraged curiosity, creativity and a positive outlook towards the future. Hearing about our children's hopes and dreams was a real highlight, and we look forward to seeing how their interests continue to develop as they progress through their school journey. [Latest News](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/latest-news) [ A Fantastic Day of Cross Country](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-09-23-a-fantastic-day-of-cross-country) [Marking the Beginning of Black History Month ](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-01-marking-the-beginning-of-black-history-month) ![St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School](https://files.schudio.com/st-augustine-s-catholic-primary-school-2/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School Beechwood Avenue Darlington County Durham DL3 7HP 01325 380819 ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/staugustinesrcprimarydarlington) ### Translation ### Office 365 [Sign in to Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/) © Copyright 2025–2026 St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://staugustines.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)