Beauty School at Bishop’s

Year 9 and Year 10 get a college taster workshop in hair and beauty

Last week, our Year 9 and 10 students had a great opportunity to dive into the vibrant world of hair and beauty through a hands-on practical workshop. Delivered by industry professionals who teach at Oaklands College, this event aimed to ignite creativity, and curiosity about potential careers in this vocational field.

The afternoon workshop began with an introduction to the hair and beauty industry and details of the course. Pupils learned about the various career paths available, from hairdressing and barbering to beauty therapy and makeup artistry. One of the highlights of the day was the practical session, where students rolled up their sleeves and got a taste of real-world techniques. Under the guidance of the team of stylists and beauticians, pupils participated in several hands-on activities. They learned basic hairstyling techniques such as colouring as well as fundamental beauty skills like makeup routines and nail art. This workshop was not just about learning specific skills, but also about understanding the importance of creativity, customer service, and business acumen in building a successful career in hair and beauty. Feedback from the students has been positive, with many considering pursuing a career in hair and beauty, while others appreciated the opportunity to explore their creativity in a supportive environment. One pupil remarked, “I had so much fun learning how to style hair and do nail art. I never realized how much skill and artistry goes into it.”

Thank you to Oaklands College for running the workshop as it was a memorable afternoon and opened up new 16+ possibilities for our pupils.

At Bishop’s, our Careers department is committed to providing our pupils with diverse opportunities to explore potential career paths. This hair and beauty workshop is just one example of how we look to prepare our pupils for their futures. We look forward to hosting more such events and continuing to support our students in discovering their passions and achieving their career aspirations. If you think your area of business would help our pupils shape their futures, please contact Mrs Higgins on jhiggins@bishophatfield.herts.sch.uk. We are always interested in work experience opportunities for our students, especially for our Year 10 and Year 12 (only 5 days every July)