Pupils from Years 5 to 9 had the opportunity to meet with Dr Alex Corcoran, from Fordingbridge Surgery for an NHS Careers Workshop. Dr Alex Corcoran delivered an engaging session exploring the wide variety of careers available within the National Health Service (NHS) and the different entry routes for work. With more than 350 different careers within our NHS, Dr Corcoran assured pupils it is likely there is something for everyone.
Dr Alex Corcoran shared the parts of being a GP he enjoys the most and discussed the rewards of helping others. In addition to hearing about careers, pupils got hands on with some GP equipment such as stethoscopes, blood pressure machines and otoscopes. Pupils enjoyed hearing the peculiar items that have been found by Dr Alex Corcoran in patients’ ears, which once included a moth!
Today's visit was part of our wider careers programme which aims to provide pupils with a range of enrichment opportunities to help them navigate life after school and college.
About Us
The King’s School offers independent (private) Christian education for children aged 4-16 in Fair Oak, Hampshire. Our affordable fees have been recognised by The Telegraph, naming us one of the 'Best Value Private Schools in the UK', receiving a "Very Good" rating in their latest independent review (2025). Our school grounds, easily accessible to Southampton, Romsey, Winchester and the surrounding area, are nestled in a quiet location with a woodland backdrop.
Our vision is to provide quality Christian education, where pupils grow in wisdom, stature and favour with God and man. At The King’s School, pupils enjoy their learning, are encouraged to have high aspirations and to treat others with kindness and respect. Through our Christ centred curriculum, pupils are supported to become secure and happy in who God has made them to be, and to find purpose in their God-given destiny.
Rated EXCELLENT for pupils’ personal development - ISI Inspection 2023
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