Students played music (Beatles songs went down a storm!) and shared stories with patients and their families. They all said the experience opened their eyes to what life was really like on a hospital ward, especially for older people.

They spent valuable time with Dr Omar Khalil, (who volunteered with KiB when he was at school) and Emma Jones, Dementia Nurse Consultant.

Sixth former Emma said: “Thank you for giving me a place on the work experience. The time spent with patients and talking to the staff was invaluable, and highlighted the importance of communication, empathy, patience and being open-minded.”

Another student added: “Speaking to the dementia nurse consultants changed my perspective on the way people with dementia behave.”

Jashany and Sophie, KiB Ambassadors

Dr Omar Khalil and the group