Testimonials

• "We had a very positive experience working with Countec, whose staff are friendly and always willing to help make the process as clear as po...
• "What I see in these young people is hope. Today I met a lot of young people who were engaging, intelligent and bright" - Martin Brockleban...
• ‘’The NHBC is very proud to be associated with Countec and the excellent work they do. The Fresh Minds Event was a fantastic opportunity for...
• "I was greatly impressed with the confidence and interest of the students and their use of follow up questions. I hope when they come to th...
• "I believe Primary WorkOut! has broadened the thinking of many of our pupils and hopefully raised aspirations in addition to providing a gr...
• "I was amazed at how well my son managed being 'on stage' - totally out of his comfort zone and something he has struggled with very much in...
• "Bright, curious, open, children" - Professor Malcolm Harper, formerly Cranfield University
• "City Centre WorkOut! was great fun. I loved talking to the kids, so enthusiastic" - Natalie Wright, NHS Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre
• "It felt good to help young people and I was a lot more comfortable around them than I expected" - Paul Stagg, DHL
• "Results at iPEC have improved considerably since June 2010, and using the DfE 2009/10 performance data for all UK Alt Ed, PRUs and Hospital...
• "It was good for the pupils to be treated like an adult with respect. Thoroughly enjoyed by all and would definitely encourage it take plac...
• "I learnt that what you dream of as a job is not always what you get" – Leona, Year 6 pupil, Oxley Park School.
• "It’s wonderfully refreshing to put myself back in the innocent mind of a child – lots of laughter." – Amanda Smyth, Dominos Pizza.
• "It was a definite eye opener for me into how today’s 14 year olds think. I was left with a very positive impression of the students" - Simo...
• "I'm quite new to this kind of work in schools and wasn't sure how the pupils would react. it's been very enjoyable" - Andy Pennock, NHBC
• “The overall communication has been excellent and a substantial improvement over previous years. As a school we have been very impressed an...
• “The placements were well matched to the complexities that our students present and this enabled the placements to be successful” – Leigh Si...
• “Countec have been fantastic at keeping the school informed on progress/issues. I cannot stress enough the benefit to our students” – Grace...
• “You have to work hard for what you want” – Victoria Hardwick, Year 10 student, The Radcliffe School.
• "Our teams enjoy communicating and interacting with the younger generation" - Walter Tyrer, HR Manager, John Lewis Partnership
• "Work Experence gives our staff a great opportunity to learn about some of the latest trends with young people" - Walter Tyrer, HR Manager, ...
• "Because our students were so well placed they went to work experience with positive attitudes and were able to shine. That’s all down to y...
• ‘I learned a lot about my job! I was also interested in the students’ attitudes and it was a better impression than I was expecting’ – Clau...
• ‘I enjoyed every minute. It helped me develop and get over my fear of standing up and speaking’ – David Wake, John Lewis Partnership.
• "What's great about WorkOut! for our staff who participate is how energising it is" - Walter Tyrer, HR Manager, John Lewis Partnership
• "At first I wasn't happy that my son had been referred to iPEC but now think it was the best thing that happened to him" - Ms. Moss, parent.
• "Primary WorkOut! showed our Year 5-6 pupils the breadth of occupations in MK and you get more from work than just paying for your basic nee...
• "Primary WorkOut! was a great opportunity for our pupils and teachers to ask questions and get feedback from the people who really do the wo...
• “Countec staff have been very helpful, communicative and supportive of my son’s needs throughout, always responding in good time and being f...
• "Doing the WorkOut! session was the most useful hour I've spent in a long time" - Karen Mason of Novalex Solicitors, www.novalex.co.uk
• "I loved the WorkOut! session. Thank you whoever organised it." - Jacob Yeboah, Oxley Park Primary School pupil
• "I wish I had this (Primary WorkOut!) when I was their age" - Paul Romans, SNO!zone
• "The Countec facilitators were very effective" - Teacher, Oxley Park Primary School
• "The best bit of Get That Job! was the student involvement in short-listing applicants" - Dhiraj Padhlar, Teaching Assistant, Leon School
• "Our less able learners coped very well because there was great support from Countec staff" - Jon Burgess, Deputy Headteacher, Leon School
• "The employer guests gave the same, consistent message about work and inspired our learners" - Jon Burgess, Deputy Head, Leon School
• "It was great to find out how the young people think and see their enthusiasm" - Tabatha Beesley, Beesley & Sons Farm
• "What I enjoyed most was the childrens' questions - made me remember why I love my job" - Paul Romans, SNO!Zone, Xscape
• "Activities like this create so much enthusiasm and creativity and are vital for young people preparing for work" – Eric Coveney, Beardow Ad...
• "I had so much fun doing the WorkOut! session" - Emi-Lu Daley, Frantic-UK Dance Company
• “It was a pleasure to see children learning from people in the community, not teachers.” – David Harper, Headteacher, Heronsgate Primary Sch...
• 'Students increase in maturity and engage in self-reflection' - Ofsted Jan 2011 about iPEC
• "Lovely students...Count me in for next time!" - Helen Spary, Above And Beyond Events
• "I learnt a lot from the students and the event helped me reflect on what I’ve done and where I am now." - Irene Beck, FCO Services.
• "Really well organised. Countec staff and business people were great with the students." - Jayne Webster, Maths Teacher, Shenley Brook End
• "Your team are great and I look forward to working with you and the employers all again." - Jon Burgess, Deputy Headteacher, Leon School.
• "Our whole experience of Get That Job! was superb, for both students and staff. Amazing learning curve." - Barbara McGlory, White Spire Sch...
• 'Our Careers and Work Experience arrangements were described by OFSTED as exceptional. Thank you, Countec!' - St. Paul's school
• "I love what I do for a career and to be able to talk about it is just a bonus" - Emi-Lu Daley, Frantic-UK Dance Company

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