Pupils at Falmouth Primary Academy got their were certainly paying attention on Wednesday morning as they got a visit from local Army Cadet Force officers.

The children were put through their paces with a set of problem solving tasks as they learned about the possibilities cadets could offer, all as part of their investigation into future career choices, including the army.

After hearing about how the cadets offers a chance to gain useful life skills, first aid knowledge, leadership experience and - most importantly for the many avid Call of Duty fans - shoot rifles and other weapons, the children were split into groups and assigned tasks in the playground.

Class teacher Hannah Moorlock said the year six children were taking part in the exercises as part of their topic 'moving on,' which covers growing up, researching potential careers, and learning about curriculum vitae and the qualifications they might need as they move to secondary school, as well as talking to people already in careers.

She said: "They were careers the children were interested in. They told them about their careers, what they have done and the qualifications they need, so they understand what they are aiming for and that the choices they make now will have an impact later on.

They also took part in a Dragon's Den exercise, where they had to ask for funding for a project, and try to turn a profit.

Colour sergeant Chris Metcalf, who was leading the activities, said: "It's nice to come in to work with the younger ones: plant the seed."

Pictures:

1. Ryan, Felix and Jude

2. Children of Turquoise class

3. Michael

4. Colour sergeant Metcalf with Alicia and Gemma